Security Guard Jobs in Wilmington, NC

A Security Guard is a professional who is responsible for maintaining safety and security within a designated area. They typically patrol and monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules, and often handle emergency situations, such as medical and fire emergencies. A Security Guard must be vigilant, reliable, and have the ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations. Important skills a Security Guard should possess include excellent observation skills, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities. They should also have a good understanding of public safety and security procedures/protocols. Many states require Security Guards to be licensed, which often involves first aid and CPR certification, as well as passing a background check.

Prior to becoming a Security Guard, an individual may have roles such as a Police Officer, Security Officer, or even a Military Officer. These roles provide valuable experience in security and law enforcement procedures, enhancing their suitability for the role of a Security Guard. In some cases, individuals may start in entry-level security positions, such as a Security Patrol Officer or a Loss Prevention Agent, to gain experience in the field. Regardless of prior positions, all Security Guards should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and receive on-the-job training to learn specific security procedures and laws related to their job.

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Security Flex Officer Multiple Locations

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago

Site Must Be Able to Work Weekends Must Be Able to Travel to Locations in the Wilmington Area Full Time Must Have a Valid Driver's License and a Clean Driving Record Access Control Vehicle & Foot Patrols...

Security Officer Full Time Patrol

  • Riegelwood, NC (19 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Riegelwood, NC (19 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Monday-Friday Full Time Foot Patrol Access Control Customer Service $16 / Hour Responsibilities: Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific...

Part Time Security Officer- Wilmington, NC

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago

What You Will Do Our Security Officers protect the Industrial or Commercial property of our clients against fire, vandalism and illegal entry. Our clients range from Class-A Office Buildings,...

Security Officer University of North Carolina Wilmington

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago

The Security Officer's responsibilities include conducting foot patrols of buildings and grounds in assigned areas such as academic buildings, Randall Library, and Center for Marine Science....

Security Officer

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago

The Security Officers responsibilities include conducting foot patrols of buildings and grounds in assigned areas such as academic buildings, Randall Library, and Center for Marine Science....

Certified Police Officer

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 days ago

This application process is for candidates that are BLET Certified, currently in a BLET class (within 6 months of graduation) or a Lateral State Transfer. All other candidates for Police Trainee,...

Security Guard Evening Campus Patrol

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 days ago

Job Description As a Security Guard, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more....

Security Guard Campus Patrol

  • Burgaw, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Burgaw, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Security Guard Campus Patrol Allied Universal - 3.1 Burgaw, NC Job Details Full-time $15 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Employee assistance program...

Security Officer - Flex Schedule

  • Southport, NC (21 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Southport, NC (21 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 8 days ago

the Site Must Be Able to Work Weekends Must Be Able to Travel to Locations in the Southport Area Full Time Must Have a Valid Driver's License and a Clean Driving Record Access Control Vehicle & Foot Patrols...

Security Officer Hospital Full Time Patrol

  • Southport, NC (21 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Southport, NC (21 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Thu/Fri Midnight-7:30AM, Sat/Sun 4PM-12PM Full Time Access Control Foot Patrol Customer Service $14.60 / Hour Responsibilities: Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazard, and...

Security Officer- (Unarmed)

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 days ago

Patrol and observe interior and exterior area of client properties in person or via surveillance systems to identify suspicious or unusual activity and to investigate as needed....

Unarmed Security Officers (Guard)

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 13 days ago

IPSC offers armed and unarmed security guard services, patrol services, residential and commercial electronic security, fire protection and emergency response services....

PT Public Safety and Security Guard

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 14 days ago

Position: Public Safety and Security Guard Department: Operations Reports To: Public Safety and Security Manager FLSA Status: Part-Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Summary Under direct supervision, this position...

Unarmed Security Officers

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 16 days ago

IPSC offers armed and unarmed security guard services, patrol services, residential and commercial electronic security, fire protection and emergency response services....

Armed Security Officer - Correctional Facility

  • Burgaw, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Burgaw, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 21 days ago

Allied Universal is now hiring full-time and part-time Armed Security Guards in Burgaw, NC....

Demographic Data for Wilmington, NC

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Salary for Security Guard Jobs in Wilmington, NC

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Highest Education Level

Security Guards in Wilmington, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.6%
Bachelor's Degree
23.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.0%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
6.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Security Guards in Wilmington, NC
Less than 1 year
43.9%
None
38.5%
1-2 years
16.5%
2-4 years
1.1%


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