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Target

Sells everyday goods and affordable designer styles

Guest Advocate - Multiple Teams

Full-Time
$17.50 - $26.25/hr
Entry
Auburn, ME, USA
In Person
RetailCheckout & Customer Service
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Ability to communicate effectively using positive language and attentive guest service.
  • Ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment while completing multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Ability to operate handheld scanners, communication devices, and other technology equipment as directed.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
  • Ability to resolve guest questions quickly on the spot.
  • Ability to accurately handle cash register operations, cash transactions, and cash office support as needed.
  • Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely, including frequently lifting or moving items up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
  • Ability to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak shopping times.
  • Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other environmental conditions while performing duties such as Drive Up and carryout.
  • Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift.
  • Active engagement by picking up and working shifts and responding to Target contact attempts; at least one shift must be worked within five months to remain employed.
Responsibilities
  • Create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find products or resolve issues, and thanking them after transactions.
  • Scan and bag guest items efficiently and accurately while complying with food safety standards and company best practices.
  • Minimize guest wait times while maintaining service quality and accuracy.
  • Support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
  • Adjust to business and guest needs and deliver the service standard.
  • Inform guests about current and upcoming brand launches, store activities, and events.
  • Explain Target loyalty programs and assist guests with applications, sign-up, and sign-in as needed.
  • Direct guests to fulfillment services and help them enroll, activate, and use those services.
  • Show guests how to use Wallet and other features and offerings in the Target app.
  • Process returns according to register prompts, Target policies, and procedures, partnering with leaders as needed.
  • Partner with leaders to de-escalate situations and recover the guest shopping experience.
  • Provide accurate service to Order Pick Up, Drive Up, and Registry guests.
  • Maintain a clean, clutter-free work area, including gathering abandoned items, baskets, and hangers.
  • Stock supplies during store operating hours while remaining available to guests.
  • Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
  • Follow safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards and correct them where possible.
  • Support Order Pick Up, Drive Up orders and returns while complying with federal, state, and local adult beverage laws.
  • Attend Target Welcome orientation and complete the short-term structured training schedule.
  • Pick up and work available shifts through the myTime mobile scheduling app, with reliable and prompt attendance.
  • Perform other duties based on business needs.
Desired Qualifications
  • Interest in interacting with and helping guests and fellow team members.
  • Ability to adapt to different guest interactions and situations.
  • Ability to promote and engage guests around benefits, offerings, products, and services.
  • Attention to detail while multitasking.
  • Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.

About the company

Target sells groceries, clothing, home goods and other everyday products to U.S. shoppers through stores and its website, with an emphasis on affordable style and design. Its own brands include Cat & Jack children's clothing and Good & Gather food, alongside national brands and exclusive designer collections. Customers shop in person or order online for shipping, pickup or delivery, while Target Plus adds products from outside sellers. Merchandise sales drive its revenue, supplemented by Roundel advertising, marketplace fees and paid memberships. The company traces its roots to 1902, opened its first Target store in 1962, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

1902

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What believers are saying

  • Demand is recovering: August 2026 results showed fiscal second quarter comparable sales up 3.8% and total sales up 5.3%.
  • Store investment expands project scope: March 2026 plans earmarked $5 billion for stores, technology and supply chains.
  • U.S. employees get study support immediately: Target funds selected tuition programs for full-time and part-time staff from day one.

What critics are saying

  • Pricing is exposed to import costs: about half Target's merchandise originates abroad, with China its largest import source.
  • Profit comparisons flatter the turnaround: August 2026 earnings included $1.65 per share from tariff refunds.
  • Corporate roles faced cuts: October 2025 restructuring targeted about 1,000 employees and 800 vacancies.

What makes Target unique

  • Design work reaches shelves at scale: Target's owned brands generate over $30 billion annually.
  • Stores power online economics: Target stores fulfilled 97.6% of merchandise sales in fiscal 2025.
  • Target's delivery membership reaches beyond its shelves: Circle 360 covers Shipt's more than 100 retail partners.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%