Protective Service Jobs Pay in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$27.83
13.0%Below national average
Range: $26.50 – $29.15
Average Annual Pay
$57,876
13.0%Below national average
Range: $55,120 – $60,632
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
$23.66/hr
Range: $22.52 – $24.78
Annual Rate
$49,195
Range: $46,852 – $51,537
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.83/hr
Range: $26.50 – $29.15
Annual Rate
$57,876
Range: $55,120 – $60,632
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.00/hr
Range: $30.47 – $33.52
Annual Rate
$66,557
Range: $63,388 – $69,727
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
