Retail Security Officer
Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment.
At a Glance
Retail Security Officer. Typical education: High school or GED. Top skills: Interpersonal Communications, Customer Service, Verbal Communication Skills.
Not available
High school or GED
Varies
3
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Security Guards
Median Wage
$38,370/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+0.4%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (7)
Optometry
General Mathematics
Merchandising
Good Driving Record
Armed Guard
Asset Protection
First Aid
Common Skills (23)
Interpersonal Communications
Customer Service
Verbal Communication Skills
Communication
Computer Literacy
Greeting Customers
Coordinating
Punctuality
Multitasking
Investigation
Collaboration
Hand Writing
Calculators
Arithmetic
Report Writing
Administrative Functions
Proactivity
Professionalism
Energetic
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