Target Security Specialist

Company: Roundel
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Target Security SpecialistApply to locations 6525 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60707-2312Time Type: VariablePosted on: Posted YesterdayJob Requisition ID: R0000372581Starting Hourly Rate: $19.25 USD per hourALL ABOUT TARGETAs a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers. Working at Target means the opportunity to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Caring for our communities is woven into who we are, and we invest in the places we collectively live, work, and play. We prioritize relationships, fuel and develop talent by creating growth opportunities, and succeed as one Target team. At our core, our purpose is ingrained in who we are, what we value, and how we work. It's how we care, grow, and win together.ALL ABOUT ASSETS PROTECTIONAssets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team, and brand safe and secure and lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, investigating, and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guest.As a Target Security Specialist, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:

• Support sales by welcoming and engaging guests and team members at the front of store
• Lead a physical security culture for our team members and guests by assessing and maintaining safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property
• Respond to and accurately document security incidents
• Understand and leverage escalation tools for guest issues in order to provide a safe and secure environment for our team members and guests
• Conduct productive merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed, strictly adhering to AP policies and procedures and AP leadership guidance
• Prevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandise
• Submit appropriate documentation in the system for all incidents following AP policy and procedures
• Understand and appropriately use the video system
• Model working safely while maintaining a clean store for guests and team members
• Provide service and a shopping experience that meets the needs of the guest
• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance
• Work in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others; identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practices.
• All other duties based on business needsWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORWe might be a great match if:
  • Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited
  • Providing service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you
  • Stocking, Setting, and Selling Target products sounds like your thing
  • You aren't looking for a Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all dayThe good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Target Security Specialist. But, there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:
    • 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 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 timeframesWe are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:
      • Climb up and down ladders
      • Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy
      • Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds
      • Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends, and holidays); reliable and prompt attendance necessary
      • Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties
      • Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary)Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at .Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Target will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or reach out to Guest Services at 1-800-440-0680 for additional information.
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