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What is an event security manager?

An Event Security Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing security measures at events to ensure the safety of attendees, staff, and property. They assess potential risks, develop security protocols, and manage security personnel. Their duties also include liaising with law enforcement, handling emergency situations, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Effective communication, crisis management skills, and leadership are essential in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an event security manager?

To thrive as an Event Security Manager, you need expertise in security operations, risk assessment, and emergency response, typically supported by experience in law enforcement or a security-related field. Familiarity with surveillance systems, incident reporting software, and certifications such as CPP (Certified Protection Professional) or crowd management training are commonly required. Outstanding leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help you effectively manage teams and foster strong stakeholder relationships. These skills are essential for ensuring the safety of event attendees, staff, and assets while delivering seamless event experiences.

What are the most common challenges faced by event security managers during large-scale events?

Event Security Managers often face challenges such as coordinating large security teams, managing unpredictable crowd behaviors, and responding quickly to emergencies or unexpected incidents. They must also balance stringent security protocols with ensuring a positive attendee experience, which sometimes requires adaptability and quick decision-making. Effective pre-event planning, real-time communication, and the ability to collaborate with event organizers, local law enforcement, and medical responders are key to overcoming these challenges. Successfully managing these challenges not only ensures safety but also helps build a reputation for excellence in event security management.

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Target Security Specialist

Target Brands, Inc.

Lincoln, RI • On-site

$19.25/hr

Other

Re-posted 8 days ago

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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 6,989 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 39 rated national retailers

Job description

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $19.25 USD per hour
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.
ALL ABOUT ASSETS PROTECTION
Assets Protection (AP) teams function to keep our guests, team and brand secure and lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guest. They also build relationships inside and outside of Target, including store leaders and public safety officials, inclusive of law enforcement.
At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Target Security Specialist can provide you with the skills and experience of:
  • Using intelligence-led tactics to keep team members and guests safe and secure

  • Crisis response, safety and crowd management; providing support to both guests and team members

  • De-escalation as well as experience with physical security controls and culture

  • Using Target's video surveillance system

  • Timely and accurately documenting cases using case management systems

As a Target Security Specialist, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:
  • Create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience by delivering on the following commitments:

  • Greet:

  • 10ft: be friendly - smile, make eye contact, or wave

  • 4ft: greet the guest, smile and initiate a warm, helpful interaction

  • Help guests find what they need and/or resolve issues to ensure a smooth, easy shopping experience

  • End every guest transaction with a sincere thank you

  • Actively support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude

  • Adjust to business and guest needs to deliver an easy and inspiring guest experience

  • Promote 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 in a timely manner.

  • Appropriately respond to guest issues to provide a safe and secure environment for our team members and guests.

  • Leverage de-escalation tactics and resources when responding to security incidents across the store.

  • Conduct merchandise theft recoveries and provide theft apprehension support as needed, strictly adhering to AP policies.

  • Prevent theft and shortage at the front of store by performing merchandise receipt checks while adhering to AP policies, as well as recognizing and communicating trends.

  • Submit appropriate documentation in the case management system for all incidents following AP policy and procedures.

  • Understand and appropriately use Target's video surveillance system.

  • Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance.

  • Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible.

  • All other duties based on business needs.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
This may be the right job for you if:
  • You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests that shop our store and fellow team members you work with.

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

  • You are open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and 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 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 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

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 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 without additional assistance from others

  • Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays); come to work when scheduled, work scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks

  • Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc.

  • 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 https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.
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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Retail and scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

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