Protective Service Jobs Pay in San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$44.94
40.4%Above national average
Range: $42.80 – $47.08
Average Annual Pay
$93,475
40.4%Above national average
Range: $89,024 – $97,926
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
$38.20/hr
Range: $36.38 – $40.02
Annual Rate
$79,454
Range: $75,670 – $83,237
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$44.94/hr
Range: $42.80 – $47.08
Annual Rate
$93,475
Range: $89,024 – $97,926
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$51.68/hr
Range: $49.22 – $54.14
Annual Rate
$107,496
Range: $102,378 – $112,615
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
