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The average hourly pay for a Security Officer in Boston, Massachusetts is $15.32.
10%
$12.43
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$15.32
90%
$20.17
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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 $14.25 based on 5 salaries. An early career Security Officer with 1-4 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $14.72 based on 38 salaries. A mid-career Security Officer with 5-9 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $16.46 based on 15 salaries. An experienced Security Officer with 10-19 years of experience earns an average total compensation of $16.42 based on 12 salaries.
Pay Difference by Location
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Employees with .NET Software Developer / Programmer in these locations earn less than the national average. The lowest salaries can be found in Orlando, Florida (28.9% less), Atlanta, Georgia (28.6% less) and Houston, Texas (23.6% less).
Years of Experience
This data is based on 70 survey responses.
Entry Level
7.1%
Early Career
54.3%
Mid Career
21.4%
Experienced
17.1%
