Senior Target Security Specialist - Sortation Center - Austin, TX

The pay range per hour is $20.82 - $37.45. You may also earn additional compensation in the form of a shift differential, ranging from $2.00 to $3.50 per hour, based on eligibility.

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.

About us:

Available shift:

• Saturday - Monday 4:00am - 4:00pm

As 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.  

A role in Supply Chain Asset Protection means keeping our team, visitors, and brand safe and secure and leading through crisis events. We protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, investigating, and resolving theft and fraud to ensure products are available for our guests.

As a Senior Target Security Specialist (STSS) you will lead a physical security and safety culture for all at a Target supply chain facility through best practices and physical security program management. You will execute strategic routines to identify, prevent and investigate theft and shortage by leveraging technology, stores partnership, supply chain partnership, reporting, and security tactics. You will operate Target-owned vehicles to perform yard and perimeter patrol routines. As a STSS, you will lead and/or support projects that contribute to enterprise-wide assets protection initiatives. You will execute emergency procedures and protocols in the event of emergencies, including incident notification to building leadership. You will support the onboarding of new Asset Protection team members. You will review and update routine documentation as needed.

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 degree or equivalent 
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older 
• Demonstrated ability to respond quickly and remain calm during crisis situations 
• Proven ability to work with highly confidential information 
• Strong oral and written communication skills Possess or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license
• Meet any state or local licensure and/or other requirements related to the position
• Ability to prioritize tasks and remain composed in a fast-paced environment, accomplishing multiple tasks within established times independently
• Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including patrols and other routines.
• Ability to lift and carry merchandise weighing up to 60 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to be trained on and operate all powered equipment safely (including but not limited to Pallet Rider, Scissor Lift, Sit Down & Standup Forklift), and work at heights of up to 40ft.
• Ability to operate technology systems with minimal direction after receiving training
• Ability to properly document cases using industry case management systems
• Reliable and prompt attendance necessary
• Prior experience in loss prevention, shortage mitigation, security, or similar preferred but not required
• Ability to be trained and act on de-escalation tactics
• Ability to safely conduct internal and external patrols frequently throughout your shift
• Ability to quickly and safely respond to security incidents in all locations on property including but not limited to stairwells, rooftops, truck yard, mezzanine, on or near automation/technology, and trailers.

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.  

Application deadline is : 07/29/2026