Protective Service Jobs Pay in Massachusetts, MA
Average Hourly Pay
$34.45
7.7%Above national average
Range: $32.81 – $36.09
Average Annual Pay
$71,657
7.7%Above national average
Range: $68,245 – $75,069
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
$29.28/hr
Range: $27.89 – $30.68
Annual Rate
$60,908
Range: $58,008 – $63,809
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$34.45/hr
Range: $32.81 – $36.09
Annual Rate
$71,657
Range: $68,245 – $75,069
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$39.62/hr
Range: $37.73 – $41.50
Annual Rate
$82,406
Range: $78,482 – $86,329
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
