Security Guards Go Back to List Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment.

Technology used in this occupation:
	Office suite software

Tasks
	Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
	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.
	Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
	Circulate among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property.
	Answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during non-business hours or when switchboard is closed.
	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.
	Escort or drive motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations or to provide personal protection.

Skills
	Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
	Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
	Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
	Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
	Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
	Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
	Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
	Persuasion - Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.

Knowledge
	Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
	English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
	Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
	Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
	Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
	Telecommunications - Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
	Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
	Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
	Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
	Communications and Media - Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

Search for Jobs on Connecticut's Labor Exchange (CTJOBcentral)
	(Please note that some searches may not produce any results.)

Education & Training   Education:   These occupations usually require a high school diploma.   Related Experience:   Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

View Related Programs on Connecticut's Education & Training ConneCTion site.

Browse Through a List of Businesses That Employ People With Your Same Skills
	Potential Employer Search

Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide $39,049.00 $18.77  $14.88  $15.26 - $20.11  Bridgeport/Stamford $38,401.00 $18.46  $14.98  $15.26 - $19.73  Danbury $37,084.00 $17.83  $14.62  $14.81 - $17.93  Hartford $39,039.00 $18.77  $15.01  $15.68 - $20.11  New Haven $40,261.00 $19.36  $15.38  $16.78 - $21.78  New London/Norwich $40,868.00 $19.65  $14.36  $14.42 - $23.18  Waterbury $37,439.00 $18.00  $14.06  $14.24 - $20.29  Torrington $39,488.00 $18.98  $15.05  $16.17 - $20.48

Occupation Outlook ( 2016 - 2026 ) Average Annual Job Openings:   1522   Employment in this occupation is expected to grow more slowly than average, but the number of annual openings will offer excellent job opportunities.

Related Occupations
	Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service
	Couriers and Messengers
	Postal Service Mail Carriers
	Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators
	Shipping, Receiving, and Traffic Clerks
	Childcare Workers
	Baggage Porters and Bellhops
	Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers
	Bailiffs
	Parking Enforcement Workers

	Some of the occupational information on this page is formulated from O*NETTM v17.0 data. O*NETTM is a trademark of the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration.