Protective Service Jobs Pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA
Average Hourly Pay
$34.76
8.6%Above national average
Range: $33.10 – $36.41
Average Annual Pay
$72,290
8.6%Above national average
Range: $68,848 – $75,733
How much do Protective Service Jobs make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$29.55/hr
Range: $28.14 – $30.95
Annual Rate
$61,447
Range: $58,521 – $64,373
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$34.76/hr
Range: $33.10 – $36.41
Annual Rate
$72,290
Range: $68,848 – $75,733
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$39.97/hr
Range: $38.06 – $41.87
Annual Rate
$83,134
Range: $79,175 – $87,093
Protective Service Jobs job description
Protective Service Jobs professionals protect people, property, and assets. They monitor premises, respond to incidents, and maintain a safe environment through vigilant observation and quick response.
Responsibilities
- •Monitor premises and surveillance systems
- •Patrol assigned areas
- •Respond to security incidents
- •Control access to facilities
- •Write incident reports
- •Assist visitors and employees
Skills
- •Observation and awareness
- •Communication skills
- •Physical fitness
- •Conflict resolution
- •Report writing
- •Emergency response
Qualifications
- •Security license (if required)
- •Background check
- •First aid/CPR certification
- •Previous security experience
