Security Specialist — San Francisco, CA at Target

About Target

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture.

About Assets Protection

Assets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team, and brand secure and lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guests. They also build relationships inside and outside of Target, including store leaders and public safety officials, inclusive of law enforcement.

About the Role

At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Target Security Specialist provides you with the skills and experience of using intelligence-led tactics to keep team members and guests safe, managing crisis response and crowd management, and utilizing de-escalation techniques alongside physical security controls.

As a Target Security Specialist, no two days are ever the same. You will create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by greeting customers warmly, helping them find what they need, and resolving issues to ensure a smooth shopping journey. Your day will involve promoting a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe standards throughout the store and exterior property. You will respond to and accurately document security incidents in a timely manner, leveraging de-escalation tactics and resources while conducting merchandise theft recoveries and apprehension support as needed. Additionally, you will prevent theft at the front of the store by performing merchandise receipt checks and recognizing trends, all while adhering to AP policies and demonstrating a culture of ethical conduct and safety.

Hiring Process

Target will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.

Benefits and Culture

We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at Target Careers. For specific eligibility details for this role, please visit Benefits for You.

Accessibility

In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com.

Work location

Work model: On-site

First Drive West, San Francisco, California, 94129, United States

San Francisco, California

Key Responsibilities

check_circlePromote a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe standards throughout the store
check_circleRespond to and document security incidents accurately using case management systems
check_circleLeverage de-escalation tactics when responding to security incidents across the store
check_circleConduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed
check_circlePrevent theft by performing merchandise receipt checks and recognizing trends
check_circleScan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently while adhering to safety policies
check_circleOperate video surveillance systems to monitor store activities
check_circleApprehend subjects in accordance with company policy and safety guidelines
check_circleGreet guests and assist them in finding products to ensure a smooth shopping experience

Requirements

verifiedMust be at least 18 years of age
verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent
verifiedMeet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements
verifiedAbility to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners
verifiedCapability to lift or move merchandise up to 40 pounds
verifiedAbility to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift
verifiedClimb up and down ladders

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Video Surveillance System, Case Management Systems, De-Escalation, Physical Security Controls, Handheld Scanners, Frequency Devices.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Frequently asked questions about Target Security Specialist at Target

What does a Target Security Specialist at Target do?expand_more

A Target Security Specialist at Target is responsible for the following: Promote a physical security culture by assessing and maintaining safe standards throughout the store; Respond to and document security incidents accurately using case management systems; Leverage de-escalation tactics when responding to security incidents across the store; and Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed.

What are the requirements for this Target Security Specialist role?expand_more

Target is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age; High school diploma or equivalent; Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements; Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners; Capability to lift or move merchandise up to 40 pounds; and Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.

Where is the Target Security Specialist role at Target located?expand_more

Target Security Specialist at Target is based in First Drive West, San Francisco, California, 94129, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Target Security Specialist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Target has listed this Target Security Specialist role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Target Security Specialist role?expand_more

Candidates for Target Security Specialist at Target should have mid level.

What skills do you need for the Target Security Specialist role at Target?expand_more

Key skills for Target Security Specialist at Target include Video Surveillance System; Case Management Systems; De-Escalation; Physical Security Controls; Handheld Scanners; and Frequency Devices.

What education is required for Target Security Specialist at Target?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent required.

What category does the Target Security Specialist role belong to?expand_more

Target Security Specialist at Target is part of the hospitality & catering job category on Recrutus.

Target Security Specialist