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Security Officer

Frisco, CO ยท On-site

$24.24 - $38.25/hr

The Security Officer ensures that the healthcare enterprise remains a safe place. Respond rapidly ... Anthony Summit Hospital is a Level III trauma center serviced by Flight For Life Colorado. We are ...

Airport Security Officer

Grand Rapids, MI ยท On-site

$19.10 - $20.16/hr

CURRENT OPENINGS: Part Time First Shift * 10:30AM-5:30PM Second Shift * 5:30PM-Last Flight Third ... As an unarmed Security Officer at DK Security, your duties may vary depending on the site you are ...

Security Officer

Frisco, CO ยท On-site

$24.24 - $38.25/hr

Anthony Summit Hospital is a Level III trauma center serviced by Flight For Life Colorado. We are ... Six (6) months experience as security officer in a healthcare setting or Law enforcement or ...

Security Officer 3

Austin, TX

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

Security Officer 3

Bastrop, TX

$16 - $19/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

Security Officer 3

Memphis, TN

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

Security Officer

Frisco, CO

$24.24 - $38.25/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Security Officer, you will perform essential security ... Anthony Summit Hospital is a Level III trauma center serviced by Flight For Life Colorado. We are ...

Security Officer

Frisco, CO ยท On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Anthony Summit Hospital is a Level III trauma center serviced by Flight For Life Colorado. We are ... As our Security Officer, you will perform essential security duties under general supervision ...

Security Officer PRN

Corbin, KY ยท On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Summary Security Officer Part-Time,2ndShift BHCORSecurityICorbin, KY Securityis responsible ... Assistspatients, visitors, staff, and flight crews through escorts, helipad operations, and ...

Security Officer 3

Cape Canaveral, FL

$13.50 - $16/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

Security Officer PRN

Corbin, KY ยท On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Summary Security Officer Part-Time, 2nd Shift BHCOR Security I Corbin, KY Security is responsible ... Assists patients, visitors, staff, and flight crews through escorts, helipad operations, and ...

Security Officer 3

Austin, TX ยท On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

Security Officer 3

Austin, TX ยท On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

Security Officer 3

Roseville, CA ยท On-site

$28/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

Security Officer 3

Hawthorne, CA ยท On-site

$28/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

Security Officer 3

Hawthorne, CA ยท On-site

$28/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

Security Officer 3

Bastrop, TX ยท On-site

$16 - $19/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

Security Officer 3

Bastrop, TX ยท On-site

$16 - $19/hr

SECURITY OFFICER 3 Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ... Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations * Learn advanced skillsets ...

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How much do flight security officer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for flight security officer in the United States is $18.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a flight security officer?

Flight Security Officers are specialized personnel responsible for ensuring the safety and security of passengers, crew, and aircraft during flights. Their duties include monitoring for suspicious behavior, responding to security threats, and enforcing safety regulations onboard. They work closely with airline staff and law enforcement agencies to prevent and manage any incidents. Flight Security Officers may be visibly present or operate discreetly, depending on airline policy and the nature of the flight.

What are some common challenges faced by flight security officers during routine operations?

Flight Security Officers often encounter challenges such as rapidly assessing potential threats, managing stress in high-pressure situations, and maintaining vigilance over long shifts. They must balance strict adherence to security protocols with providing a reassuring presence to crew and passengers. Collaboration with airline staff, law enforcement, and airport security is essential, requiring excellent communication skills and adaptability to ever-changing scenarios.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight security officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Flight Security Officer, you need a strong background in security procedures, threat assessment, and crisis management, usually supported by relevant security certifications or law enforcement experience. Familiarity with surveillance technologies, access control systems, and emergency response protocols is essential. Excellent situational awareness, communication, and composure under pressure are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure the safety of passengers, crew, and aircraft by effectively identifying and managing potential security risks.

What is the difference between Flight Security Officer vs Airport Security Officer?

AspectFlight Security OfficerAirport Security Officer
CertificationsSecurity clearance, TSA certificationSecurity clearance, TSA certification
Work EnvironmentOnboard aircraft, in-flight securityAirport terminals, security checkpoints
Employer & IndustryAirlines, aviation industryAirports, transportation industry
Primary FocusIn-flight security and passenger safetyPassenger screening and access control

While both roles focus on security within the aviation sector, Flight Security Officers primarily ensure safety onboard aircraft, whereas Airport Security Officers manage security at airport facilities. Both positions require similar certifications and work within the transportation industry, but their specific environments and responsibilities differ.

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Infographic showing various Flight Security Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,432 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Security Officer

Summit Hospital

Frisco, CO โ€ข On-site

$24.24 - $38.25/hr

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills โ€“ but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more.

The Security Officer ensures that the healthcare enterprise remains a safe place. Respond rapidly to securityย  emergencies within the hospital or other healthcare settings while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times. Isย  responsible for documenting all incidents and requests for assistance within the hospital reporting platform. Observesย  and reports activities and incidents at an assigned site. Preserves order and acts to enforce regulations and policiesย  when assistance is requested by medical staff/employees. The security officer shall support CommonSpirit Healthโ€™sย  strategic plan and the goals and direction of the quality improvement/process improvement activities. It is expectedย  that the security officer will demonstrate behavior consistent with CommonSpirit Health core value andย  Humankindness.ย 

Job Requirements

In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

Education/Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Six (6) months experience as security officer in a healthcare setting or Law enforcement or military service; or One (1) year experience as a security officer.

License/Certifications:

  • BLS-CPR from American Heart Association within 90 days
  • International Association of Healthcare Security Servicesย  (IAHSS) Basic course within 90 days of employment. *If at any time facility obtains a company vehicle/golf cart andย  requires the position to operate a motor vehicle; guard will require AUTO:CA and DRVDMV within 30 days*

Minimum Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Familiar with duties and responsibility of being a security officer
  • Able to properly use assigned equipment and follow established policies and proceduresย 
  • Completes ICS 100HCb, 200b, & 700a training courses within 90 days of hireย 
  • Maintain all other required training/certifications thereafter while employed by CommonSpirit Healthย 
  • Must be able to speak English, communicate clearly orally and in writingย 

Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)

Where You'll Work

St. Anthony Summit Hospital is a Level III trauma center serviced by Flight For Life Colorado. We are nationally recognized as a multiple-time recipient of the Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award for Patient Experience, and we were named a Top 100 Hospital in the U.S. by IBM Watson Health in 2018. We also are a Pathway to Excellence-designated hospital, recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as being one of the best hospitals for nurses to work. We provide a full range of medical specialties and health care services to Summit County and the surrounding region, including surgical, emergency/trauma, critical care, birth center, orthopedics, breast care, digital mammography, breast MRI, radiology and imaging, infusion therapy, nuclear medicine, cardiology, oncology, Summit Sleep Disorders Center, Ear Nose and Throat (ENT), gastroenterology and Total Joint Replacement. We proudly provide convenient care where you live, work and play - that's why visitors and residents alike can count on us for emergent and urgent medical services. In addition to 24/7, Level III emergency care at St. Anthony-Summit Hospital in Frisco, we have three emergency mountain clinics at the base of the Breckenridge, Copper Mountain and Keystone resorts, as well as urgent care and primary care available from CMG High Country Healthcare clinics in Frisco, Breckenridge and Silverthorne.

Qualifications:

In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

Education/Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Six (6) months experience as security officer in a healthcare setting or Law enforcement or military service; or One (1) year experience as a security officer.

License/Certifications:

  • BLS-CPR from American Heart Association within 90 days
  • International Association of Healthcare Security Servicesย  (IAHSS) Basic course within 90 days of employment. *If at any time facility obtains a company vehicle/golf cart andย  requires the position to operate a motor vehicle; guard will require AUTO:CA and DRVDMV within 30 days*

Minimum Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Familiar with duties and responsibility of being a security officer
  • Able to properly use assigned equipment and follow established policies and proceduresย 
  • Completes ICS 100HCb, 200b, & 700a training courses within 90 days of hireย 
  • Maintain all other required training/certifications thereafter while employed by CommonSpirit Healthย 
  • Must be able to speak English, communicate clearly orally and in writingย 

Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)

Employment Type: PRN