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Summary Description


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

Sample Job Titles

1.	Airline Security Representative

2.	Airport Screener

3.	Airport Security Screener

4.	Alarm Investigator

5.	Armed Guard

6.	Armed Security Guard

7.	Armored Car Driver

8.	Armored Car Guard

9.	Bag Checker

10.	Baggage Inspector

11.	Baggage Screener

12.	Baggage Security Checker

13.	Bank Guard

14.	Bodyguard

15.	Bouncer

16.	Camp Guard

17.	Campus Security Officer

18.	Closed Circuit Screen Watcher

19.	Customer Security Clerk

20.	Customer Service Security Officer

21.	Door Tender

22.	Doorshaker

23.	Elevated Guard

24.	Fire Observer

25.	Fire Watchman

26.	Floorperson

27.	Floorwalker

28.	Front Desk Clerk

29.	Gate Attendant

30.	Gate Guard

31.	Gate Keeper

32.	Gate Operator

33.	Gate Person

34.	Gate Tender

35.	Gate Watchman

36.	Gateman

37.	Golf Course Ranger

38.	Government Guard

39.	Guard Driver

40.	Hall Tender

41.	Hotel Security Officer

42.	Houseman

43.	Loss Prevention Officer

44.	Loss Prevention Representative

45.	Maritime Guard

46.	Merchant Patroller

47.	Merchant Police

48.	Package Checker

49.	Patrol Guard

50.	Patrol Officer

51.	Patrolman

52.	Plant Guard

53.	Plant Protection Guard

54.	Plant Protection Officer

55.	Plant Security Guard

56.	Police Guard

57.	Private Security Guard

58.	Private Watchman

59.	Protective Officer

60.	Roundsman

61.	Safety and Security Officer

62.	Security Agent

63.	Security Assistant

64.	Security Checker

65.	Security Guard

66.	Security Inspector

67.	Security Officer

68.	Security Police

69.	Security Screener

70.	Ship Keeper

71.	Special Officer

72.	Special Police

73.	Station Gateman

74.	Store Detective

75.	Surveillance Officer

76.	Timber Watchman

77.	Transportation Security Screener

78.	Truck Guard

79.	Watchguard

80.	Watchman

Job Tasks

	Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises. Monitor access or flow of people to prevent problems. Prevent unauthorized individuals from entering restricted areas.

	Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates. Patrol properties to maintain safety.

	Escort or drive motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations or to provide personal protection. Drive vehicles to transport individuals or equipment.

	Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas. Operate surveillance equipment to detect suspicious or illegal activities.

	Answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during non-business hours or when switchboard is closed.

	Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences. Write operational reports.

	Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons. Request emergency personnel.

	Warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary. Use weapons or physical force to maintain security. Warn individuals about rule violations or safety concerns.

	Answer alarms and investigate disturbances. Investigate illegal or suspicious activities. Respond to emergencies to provide assistance.

	Inspect and adjust security systems, equipment, or machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence of tampering. Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning. Operate surveillance equipment to detect suspicious or illegal activities.

	Monitor and adjust controls that regulate building systems, such as air conditioning, furnace, or boiler.

	Circulate among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property. Maintain public order or security.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Security Guards and Gaming Surveillance Officers
	Security guards and gaming surveillance officers patrol and protect property against theft, vandalism, terrorism, and illegal activity.

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Security Guards and Gaming Surveillance Officers
	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.

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