Sr Target Security Specialist

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Job Id: R0000420304

The pay range per hour is $20.19 - $36.35

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

Job Title: Sr Security Specialist

Classification: Non-Exempt

Date: October 2025

About us:

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

To match the signature style and passion of Target’s distinctive retail brand, Target Legal Affairs is a dynamic and deeply knowledgeable team of experts. Whether specializing in law, government affairs, employee relations, risk, compliance, ethics, security or food safety, we use our expertise and influence to advocate for Target, support Target’s business and mitigate risk for the company. We work with both internal and external entities on key issues that affect Target’s ability to productively, ethically and securely conduct business. Through our understanding of Target’s business models and operations, we help facilitate Target’s growth, and provide guidance that leaders rely on to make appropriate, well-informed decisions. Simultaneously, we help protect the business by applying our comprehensive understanding of risk and the law on issues that impact our brand, guests, team members, stores, distribution centers and corporate locations.

Here, you’ll enjoy working autonomously with a healthy work-life balance. Your passion for learning the business, collaborating with others and building relationships with senior leaders and key business partners that you support will be essential to tackling the ever-changing legal and risk-based challenges we face in a dynamic and fast-paced retail environment.

A role within Corporate Security means working with a team dedicated to protecting the Target team, guests, property, and brand. You will use our comprehensive understanding and management of evolving security risks to protect our Target community throughout the world. You may support Target's Crisis and Threat Management, Preparedness and Continuity, Forensics, Intelligence, Physical Security and Safety, Executive Services, or Operations teams.

As a Target Sr. Security Specialist, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities. You’ll support safe and secure operations by engaging with team members, partners, and guests at entry points of our buildings. Leveraging Target’s policies and procedures, you’ll provision building access to all our Target community members. Using intelligence-led tactics and remaining situationally aware, you’ll maintain safe and secure standards throughout our buildings and properties. In addition, you’ll respond to and accurately document security incidents and activities, sharing your expertise to educate and empower team members on what to do during emergencies. Furthering our culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, you’ll encourage team members to report security concerns to Corporate Security. You’ll also execute select security routines and projects that advance our goal to minimize risk at Target. Lastly, you’ll provide a Target-brand experience and environment by supporting the needs of others.

Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

About you:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to complete routines and patrols utilizing a company vehicle.
  • Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position.
  • Welcoming and helpful attitude towards team members, partners, and guests.
  • Learn and adapt to current technology needs and changing work environments.
  • Effective communication and de-escalation skills.
  • Work both independently and with a team.
  • Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently during crisis situations.
  • Be reliable and dependable as it relates to assigned tasks.
  • Trustworthy to work with highly confidential information.
  • Climb up and down stairs and ladders.
  • Provide life-saving actions, including CPR and other first aid.
  • Ability to sit, stand, or be mobile for extended periods of time and effectively move items up to 40 pounds.
  • Flexibility to work a set schedule and adjust as business needs dictate, with regular attendance necessary.

Benefits Eligibility

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.  


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Competitive benefits

We are proud to provide benefits that support you, your family and your future.

Health and well-being

Target offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance plans to eligible team members. Plus, get free 24/7 virtual care and mental health support.

Financial well-being

Your financial future is bright with quick pay access and the TGT 401(k) plan, plus discounts and deals on everything from pet insurance to cell phone plans.

Paid time off

Target encourages work-life balance by offering eligible team members vacation time and paid national holidays, sick time and family leave.

Education assistance

Target's industry-leading education assistance benefit, Dream to Be, offers tuition-free programs to support your growth.

Market-leading pay

Target is a proud pay leader in every market we operate in, providing equitable and competitive pay for all.

Team Target discount

Get the exclusive team member discount of 10% off plus an added 20% off a variety of food and wellness products.

Creating a culture of joy

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Connection

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