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Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment.
Security Guards
About this Career Path
Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment.
Environment
Security guards work in a wide variety of places, including public buildings, retail stores, and office buildings. Gaming surveillance officers work mostly in casino observation rooms, using audio and video equipment. Because many buildings and casinos are open 24 hours a day, guards and officers must often work around the clock.
Security Guards
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Job Titles
Security Guards
JOB TITLE
Security Officer
Skill Level
Entry
JOB TITLE
Senior Security Officer
Skill Level
Mid
JOB TITLE
Security Supervisor/Manager
Skill Level
Advanced
Supporting Programs
Security Guards
Top Expected Tasks
Security Guards
Lock doors and gates of entrances and exits to secure buildings.
Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.
Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
Respond to medical emergencies by administering basic first aid or by obtaining assistance from paramedics.
Circulate among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property.
Warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary.
Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Security Guards
KNOWLEDGE
Public Safety and Security
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Monitoring
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Coordination
SKILL
Critical Thinking
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Far Vision
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Selective Attention
ABILITY
Oral Expression
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