DETAILED OCCUPATION DATA
33-9032 Security Guards
Occupational Description:
Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment. Excludes ?Police Officers? (33-3050) and ?Transportation Security Screeners? (33-9093).| Percentiles | |||||||||
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| Geography | Employment | Emp SE* | Mean | Mean SE* | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th |
| Northeast Balance of State | 170 | 39 | $14.36/hr | $1.05/hr | $10.37/hr | $11.04/hr | $12.14/hr | $16.93/hr | $22.54/hr |
| Minnesota | 10,890 | 969 | $17.62/hr | $0.48/hr | $11.62/hr | $13.76/hr | $16.81/hr | $20.07/hr | $25.07/hr |
| U S | 1,126,370 | 10,137 | $16.16/hr | $0.06/hr | $10.35/hr | $12.06/hr | $14.53/hr | $18.57/hr | $24.62/hr |
| *SE = Standard error, a measure of the statistical reliability of the estimate. | |||||||||
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| Occupation (click title for details) | OES | Projections | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment | Median Wage | % Change - | |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | 220 | $25.41/hr | N/A |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | 180 | $31.36/hr | N/A |
| Truck Drivers, Light or Delivery Services | 130 | $15.77/hr | N/A |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | 20 | $36.50/hr | N/A |
| Fire Inspectors and Investigators | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Private Detectives and Investigators | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Tasks for Security Guards
- Patrols industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
- Warns persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehends or evicts violators from premises, using force when necessary.
- Calls police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
- Operates detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Answers telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during non- business hours or when switchboard is closed.
- Escorts or drives motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations and to provide personal protection.
- Monitors and adjusts controls that regulate building systems, such as air conditioning, furnace, or boiler.
- Writes reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
- Drives and guards armored vehicle to transport money and valuables to prevent theft and ensure safe delivery.
- Circulates among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property.
- Answers alarms and investigates disturbances.
- Monitors and authorizes entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
- Inspects and adjusts security systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence of tampering.
