▲37%
The average hourly pay for an Early-Career Security Officer in Atlanta, Georgia is $10.79.
10%
$8.43
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$10.79
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$13.62
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$18,231 - $30,953
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Job Description for Security Officer
Security Officer Tasks
- Guard and monitor premises to prevent theft, property destruction, violence or rules and safety violations.
- Perform fire prevention, safety and maintenance tasks and parking/traffic enforcement.
- Greet incoming guests and tenants, providing information regarding the site and surrounding area as requested by visitors.
- Respond to alarms and emergency situations.
- Make periodic tours to check for irregularities and to inspect protection devices and fire control equipment.
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Pay by Experience Level for Security Officer
An entry-level Security Officer with less than 1 year experience can expect to earn an average total compensation (includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of $10.47 based on 5 salaries. A mid-career Security Officer with 5-9 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $10.87 based on 29 salaries. An experienced Security Officer with 10-19 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $11.71 based on 31 salaries. In their late career (20 years and higher), employees earn an average total compensation of $12.
Pay Difference by Location
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Employees with Security Officer in their job title in Washington, District of Columbia earn an average of 36.7% more than the national average. These job titles also find higher than average salaries in New York, New York (26.8% more) and Las Vegas, Nevada (21.4% more).
Years of Experience
This data is based on 80 survey responses.
Entry Level
6.3%
Mid Career
36.3%
Experienced
38.8%
Late Career
18.8%
