Summary
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Quick Facts: Security Guards and Gambling Surveillance Officers | |
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$29,710 per year
$14.29 per hour |
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High school diploma or equivalent | |
See How to Become One | |
See How to Become One | |
1,164,600 | |
3% (As fast as average) | |
33,300 |
What Security Guards and Gambling Surveillance Officers Do
Security guards and gambling surveillance officers protect property from illegal activity.
Work Environment
Security guards work in a variety of places, including industrial settings, retail stores, and office buildings. Gambling surveillance officers work mostly in casinos. Because many buildings and casinos are open 24 hours a day, security guards and officers often must work around the clock.
How to Become a Security Guard or Gambling Surveillance Officer
Security guards and gambling surveillance officers typically need a high school diploma. Gambling surveillance officers may also need experience with security and video surveillance, depending on their work assignment. Most states require guards to be licensed by the state, especially if they carry a firearm.
Pay
The median annual wage for gambling surveillance officers and gambling investigators was $34,190 in May 2019.
The median annual wage for security guards was $29,680 in May 2019.
Job Outlook
Overall employment of security guards and gambling surveillance officers is projected to grow 3 percent from 2019 to 2029, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Along with openings arising from employment growth, other openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who leave the occupation.
State & Area Data
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