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ALLABOUT ASSETSPROTECTION Assets Protection (AP)teamsfunction to keep our guests, team and brandsecureand lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks ...

Lead asset protection team in identifying and addressing potential concerns such as shoplifters and inventory errors. * Manage and mitigate internal and external shrink. * Supervise, train and ...

Lead asset protection team in identifying and addressing potential concerns such as shoplifters and inventory errors. * Manage and mitigate internal and external shrink. * Supervise, train and ...

Lead, coach, and motivate the DCAP team consisting of up to 100 associates, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and high performance. * Provide clear direction, set measurable goals ...

Lead, coach, and motivate the DCAP team consisting of up to 100 associates, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and high performance. * Provide clear direction, set measurable goals ...

As the Asset Protection Lead, you'll implement loss prevention strategies that safeguard our spectacular space, products, and most importantly, our people all while maintaining the exceptional ...

Join our dynamic team as we embark on a thrilling journey with the opening of our newest store! Position Summary: The Asset Protection Coordinator is an hourly position that directly reports to the ...

The mission of the Asset Protection team is aimed at reducing shrink, maintaining accurate inventory, maintaining compliance, and ensuring a safe and secure environment for our employees and ...

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How much do asset protection team lead jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for asset protection team lead in the United States is $122,615.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,500.00 and $195,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Asset Protection Team Leads?

Asset Protection Team Leads are responsible for overseeing the safety and security of a company's assets, including merchandise, property, and personnel. They supervise asset protection associates, implement loss prevention strategies, and ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations. Their duties often include monitoring surveillance systems, conducting investigations, training staff on safety protocols, and working closely with law enforcement when necessary. Asset Protection Team Leads play a key role in minimizing theft, fraud, and operational losses within retail and other business environments.

What are the main challenges an Asset Protection Team Lead faces in coordinating team efforts across different shifts?

An Asset Protection Team Lead often navigates the complexity of ensuring consistent security protocols and communication across multiple shifts. Coordinating team members with varying schedules can present challenges in maintaining high standards and addressing incidents promptly. Successful leads typically establish clear handover processes, utilize digital reporting tools, and foster open communication to bridge gaps between shifts. This approach helps ensure that all team members are aligned on procedures and current issues, strengthening overall asset protection.

What is the difference between Asset Protection Team Lead vs Asset Protection Specialist?

AspectAsset Protection Team LeadAsset Protection Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires relevant security or loss prevention certificationsOften requires similar certifications, but less leadership-focused
Work EnvironmentSupervises team members in retail or corporate settingsPerforms loss prevention duties under supervision
Employer & IndustryRetail, hospitality, or corporate sectorsSame industries, focused on loss prevention
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in asset protectionDetailing operational loss prevention tasks

The Asset Protection Team Lead oversees loss prevention teams, focusing on leadership and strategy, while the Asset Protection Specialist handles day-to-day security and theft prevention tasks. Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments, but the Team Lead has additional responsibilities in supervising staff and implementing policies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Asset Protection Team Lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Asset Protection Team Lead, you need a solid understanding of loss prevention strategies, risk assessment, and security protocols, often supported by experience in retail or security and a high school diploma or higher. Familiarity with surveillance systems, incident reporting tools, and sometimes certifications like LPQ (Loss Prevention Qualified) are typically required. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you manage teams, prevent losses, and respond to incidents. These abilities are essential to ensure store safety, minimize shrinkage, and foster a secure environment for staff and customers.
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Infographic showing various Asset Protection Team Lead job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,615 per year, or $58.9 per hour.
Assets Protection Team Leader

Assets Protection Team Leader

Target

Selinsgrove, PA

$20.50 - $34.85/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Target rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 6,816 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $20.50 - $22.50. The full pay range for this position per hour is $20.50 - $34.85

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position.These include labor markets and in some instancesmay 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.

ALL 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.Learn more about Target here.

ALLABOUT ASSETSPROTECTION

Assets Protection (AP)teamsfunction to keep our guests, team and brandsecureand lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing,theftand fraud to ensureproduct isavailable for ourguest.They also build relationships inside and outside of Target including store leadersand public safety officials, inclusive of law enforcement.

At Target,we believe in ourleadershaving meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of an Assets Protection Team Leader can provide you with theskills and experience of:

  • Leadingasecurityculture, including crisis response, a strong safety environment and crowd management planning, providing support to both guests and team members

  • Implementingdaily/weeklyAssets Protectionworkload priorities to support business priorities and deliver on goals

  • Respondingto externaland internaltheft incidents and preventingfuture theft

  • Implementingstrategic resolutions of external theft and fraud andapprehendingindividualsattemptingto cause a loss,in accordance withTarget policyand leadership's guidance

  • Partnering,educatingand supporting store business leaders on operational shortage priorities

  • Leading a team of hourly team members,includingleveragingskills ininterviewing, developing,evaluatingandretainingtalent

As an Assets Protection Team Leader, no two daysare ever the same, but a typical daymost likelywillinclude the following responsibilities:

  • Consistently deliver guest experience commitments to create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience.

  • Ensures every team member understands, is trained, and consistentlydelivers onTarget's guest experience commitmentsand consistent operations.

  • Actively observes and provides feedback, holding team members accountable while recognizing great guest experience moments.

  • Reviews area guest, financial, and team outcome metrics toidentifyopportunities,takes action to improve, andaligns team on the right behaviors and execution, celebrates wins, drives results that deliver outcomes and elevates the guest experience.

  • Support total store sales and increase profitability by ensuringproducts arein stock and available to our guests. Welcome and engage guests at the front of the store and on thesalesfloor.

  • Influence andvalidatephysical security and safety processes;participateinstore response and emergency crisis situations;createsecurityplans for in-store events.

  • Supportyour leaderineducatingteams on emergency preparedness and physicalsecurity procedures.

  • Develop,coachand lead your teammembersto elevate theirskills andexpertise,per direction fromyourdirectleader.

  • Anticipate staffing needsandsupportyourdirectleader toeffectively talentplanaroundaculture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management.

  • Identifytheft and shortage trends in your store.

  • Identifyshortage risks in keyareasandsupport yourdirectleaderand leaders across the storeto develop tactics that will reduceshortageand drive profitable sales.

  • Worka schedule that aligns to guest and business needs based onsecurityand theftpatterns (this includes early morning/overnight shifts,eveningand weekends).

  • Developteamschedulesandadjustbased onsecurityand theft trendswith leader validation.

  • Ownthe prevention(inclusive of merchandise protection budgeting), identification and resolution of external theft incidents.Resolve theft using good judgement andconducting apprehensionswhile adhering to policy and procedures.

  • Initiate, investigate and resolveinternal investigationsas directed byAP leader in your market and/or yourdirectleader.

  • Educate store leadership on merchandiseprotectionbest practice and audit execution in partnership with key partners.

  • Implementand follow up onanyoperational changesasdirectedby yourdirectleader.

  • Support yourdirectleader to educate and support store teams on operational shortage priorities.

  • Order merchandise protection devices as needed to support theminimumstandards for your store. Review and manage theallocatedbudget and adhere to the guidance in the Merchandise Protection Best Practice on Workbench.

  • CommunicateAP priorities totheteam,peersand leadership.

  • Build arelationship of trust and accountabilitywithyour leaderandStoreDirector.

  • Maintain relationships inside and outside Target, including district and store leaders and law enforcement.

  • Ensure our teams and tacticsmaintainTarget's reputation.

  • Collaborate with retail organization partners to analyze industry trends and enhance security for guests and team members.

  • Evaluate and recommend candidates for open positions and develop a guest-centric teamatthe direction of your direct leader.

  • Supportteam onboarding and learning,and close knowledge and skill gaps through training and experience.

  • Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct and compliance; lead team to work in the same way and hold others accountable to this commitment.

  • Hold team members accountabletoexpectationsset by yourdirectleader.

  • Maintain allrequiredtraining.

  • Serveas first responder for in-storesafetyincidents (e.g., security, weather, etc.), executing Target's procedures and best practices.

  • Lead anddemonstratea culture of executing all best practices as outlined with team onboarding and learning; help close skill gaps through development,coachingand team interactions.

  • Demonstrate inclusivity by valuing diverse voices and approaches, being authentic and respectful, and creatingequitableexperiences

  • Lead anddemonstrateasafety culture through modeling and recognizing safe behaviors,identifyingand correcting hazards in partnership with store leaders,holding team accountable to following safety expectations,assistingwith incident response, and reporting/investigatinginjuriestimelyand accurately.

  • Executesafety program management routines such as Monthly Safety Meetings/Observations.

  • Participate in legal proceedings as necessary torepresentTarget's interests.

  • Model the execution of physical security processesin order toenhance the instore security culture.

  • Support merchandise protection strategies across the total store, including storage and application as directed by best practices.

  • Address storeneeds(emergency, regulatory visits, etc.).

  • All other dutiesbasedon business needs.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

This maybe the right job for you if:

  • You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests thatshopour store and fellow team members you work with.

  • You thrive in a fast-moving, highlyactiveand physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key to success.

  • You are open toworkingavariablework schedule with varying hours,daysor shifts (including nights, weekends,holidays, closing shiftsand other peak shopping times).

The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be an Assets ProtectionTeamLeader, but there are a fewthingsyouneedfrom the get-go:

  • Must be at least18years oldor older

  • High school degree or equivalent

  • Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position

  • Previousretail and/or loss prevention experience preferred, but notrequired

  • Ability toleadand hold others accountable

  • Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices andoperatehandheld scanners, and othertechnologyequipment as directed

  • Workindependently and as part of a team

  • Manageyourworkload and prioritize tasks independently

  • Welcoming and helpful attitude

  • Effective communication skills

We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basicsthatwe expect:

  • Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues

  • Interpret instructions,reportsand information

  • Climb up and down ladders

  • Apprehend subjectsin accordance withcompany policy

  • Scan,handleand move merchandise efficiently and safely, includingfrequentlylifting or moving merchandise up to 40 poundswithoutadditionalassistance from others

  • Ability to work a flexibleschedule (e.g., nights,weekendsand holidays); reliable and prompt attendance necessary

  • Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary).

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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We're here to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Target is a general merchandise retailer with stores in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. 75% of the U.S. population lives within 10 miles of a Target store. We employ 400,000+ Our tagline is "Expect More. Pay Less." We've been using it since 1994! The Target Corporation also owns Shipt and Roundel. More to love! Target is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, its hometown since the first Target store opened in 1962 under The Dayton Company.

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