Target Security Specialist

Target

. Create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeForest Hills • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong guest service skills by creating a welcoming environment and effectively resolving issues. Proficient in safety compliance, incident documentation, and theft recovery procedures while maintaining a flexible and composed demeanor in a fast-paced setting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Guest Experience CreationEffective Communication SkillsIncident DocumentationSafety ComplianceTheft Recovery Support

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Hard Skills

Merchandise Receipt ChecksApprehension TechniquesLifting Merchandise Up To 40 PoundsClimbing LaddersDe-Escalation Tactics

Soft Skills

Welcoming AttitudeTeam CollaborationWorkload ManagementComposure Under PressureIndependent Task Management

Tools & Technologies

Handheld ScannersVideo Surveillance SystemMultiple Frequency Devices

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma Or EquivalentState Or Local Licensure

Industry Keywords

Safety PoliciesSecurity IncidentsTheft ApprehensionCompliance StandardsGuest Interaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience
Greet guests, initiate warm and helpful interactions, and help guests find what they need or resolve issues
Actively support team efforts and assist peers in other areas
Assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store and exterior property
Respond to and accurately document security incidents in a timely manner
Respond to guest issues to provide a safe and secure environment
Use de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents
Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed
Perform merchandise receipt checks and communicate shortage trends
Submit incident documentation in the case management system
Use Target's video surveillance system
Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety and compliance
Comply with safety policies, best practices and training; report and correct hazards where possible
Perform other duties based on business needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 18 years of age or older
High school diploma or equivalent
Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position
Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members
Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed
Effective communication skills
Work both independently and with a team
Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes
Climb up and down ladders
Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy
Frequently lift or move merchandise up to 40 pounds without additional assistance
Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays
Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity and other elements
Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond
Benefits eligibility information provided for this role
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities