Protective Service Jobs Pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$33.90
5.9%Above national average
Range: $32.29 – $35.52
Average Annual Pay
$70,521
5.9%Above national average
Range: $67,163 – $73,880
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
$28.81/hr
Range: $27.45 – $30.19
Annual Rate
$59,943
Range: $57,089 – $62,798
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$33.90/hr
Range: $32.29 – $35.52
Annual Rate
$70,521
Range: $67,163 – $73,880
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$38.98/hr
Range: $37.13 – $40.85
Annual Rate
$81,099
Range: $77,237 – $84,962
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
