First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers
SOC Code: 33-1091 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of security workers and security guards.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $84,136 | $98,883 | $113,630 | $128,378 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $68,099 | $86,008 | $103,896 | $121,805 |
| Dothan, AL | $34,008 | $59,862 | $85,696 | $111,550 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $49,317 | $67,454 | $85,571 | $103,709 |
| Syracuse, NY | $53,435 | $69,992 | $86,528 | $103,085 |
| South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $47,590 | $63,211 | $78,811 | $94,432 |
| Watertown-Fort Drum, NY | $52,416 | $65,770 | $79,102 | $92,456 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $65,104 | $74,131 | $83,179 | $92,206 |
| Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $45,261 | $60,882 | $76,482 | $92,102 |
| Elkhart-Goshen, IN | $46,821 | $61,776 | $76,710 | $91,666 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.9 | |
| Speaking | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.9 | |
| Management of Personnel Resources | 3.8 | |
| Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.6 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.6 | |
| Coordination | 3.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Public Safety and Security | 4.9 |
| Administration and Management | 4.6 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.4 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 4.4 |
| Law and Government | 4.4 |
| English Language | 4.4 |
| Administrative | 4.1 |
| Education and Training | 3.9 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 29.8% |
| High school diploma | 27.7% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 26.1% |
| Bachelor's degree | 11.4% |
| Some college | 5.0% |
Typical Tasks
- Advise employees in handling problems or resolving complaints from customers, tenants, detainees, or other persons.
- Apprehend or evict trespassers, rule violators, or other security threats from the premises.
- Assign security personnel to posts or patrols.
- Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire, bomb threats, and presence of unauthorized persons.
- Develop and document security procedures, policies, or standards.
- Explain company policies and procedures to staff using oral or written communication.
- Inspect and adjust security equipment to ensure it is operational or to detect evidence of tampering.
- Investigate disturbances on the premises, such as security alarms, altercations, and suspicious activity.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Employee scheduling software Enterprise resource planning ERP software Oracle software SAP business and customer relations management software Time and attendance software
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