What does a Security Guard do?
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What the job involves
- Patrol the premises on foot or in a vehicle to monitor for suspicious activity.
- Write clear and accurate incident reports and maintain detailed activity logs.
- Control access points by verifying credentials and screening visitors and employees.
- Respond to emergencies, alarms, and disturbances to ensure safety and security.
- Greet visitors and provide information or assistance in a professional manner.
- Observe and report safety hazards, policy violations, or criminal activity.
- Assist with evacuations and follow established emergency procedures as needed.
Summed up from 30 recent Security Guard job postings.
Skills employers ask for
- Customer Service 4 in 10 postings
- Emergency Response 3 in 10 postings
- Access Control 3 in 10 postings
- Alarm Systems 1 in 10 postings
- Law Enforcement 1 in 10 postings
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Certifications and licenses
- Driver's License 7 in 10 postings
- CPR Certification 1 in 10 postings
- Licensed Security Officer 1 in 45 postings
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Experience asked for
- No experience needed 1 in 10 postings
- 1 to 2 years 6 in 10 postings
- 3 to 4 years 1 in 15 postings
- 5 years or more 2 in 10 postings
Typical ask: 1 year.
Education asked for
- High school diploma or GED Almost all postings
- Associate degree 1 in 245 postings
- Bachelor's degree 1 in 35 postings
- Master's degree 1 in 245 postings
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Is this role in demand?
30,250 open Security Guard jobs across the US right now.
Most openings
- California4,126 open
- Texas2,488 open
- New York2,213 open
- Florida1,874 open
- Pennsylvania1,602 open
Typical pay $19.55 an hour (most between $18.00 and $22.50). See the full salary breakdown