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Security Guards

Elmhurst, NY · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Security Guards $21.00-22.00 Maintaining safety and order in high-volume, fast-paced stadium environments. This includes managing large crowds, controlling access points, and ensuring a secure ...

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Security Guards

Elmhurst, NY

$21 - $22/hr

Security Guards $21.00-22.00 Maintaining safety and order in high-volume, fast-paced stadium environments. This includes managing large crowds, controlling access points, and ensuring a secure ...

City of Green River, WY

Crossing Guards

Green River, WY · On-site

$14/hr

Under general supervision, Crossing Guards perform duties related to assisting children to safely cross the street to and from school. SUPERVISION * This position reports to the Patrol Captain at the ...

Security

NY

$17.25 - $21/hr

NYS Certified Security Guard Company hiring guards for Special events, night club and bar venues in Manhattan and Queens areas. Experience not necessary but preferred. Looking for well spoken, well ...

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School Crossing Guards

Hollywood, FL · On-site

School Crossing Guards Protecting Our Future--One Safe Crossing at a Time Looking for a meaningful way to serve your community? Join our team as a School Crossing Guard and help ensure the safety of ...

JBJ's

Security Guards

Nashville, TN · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

JBJ's is currently hiring experienced Security Guards. We offer very competitive wages and flexible shifts. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Salary: $20 - $28 per hour Benefits * Employee Discount

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School Crossing Guards

Hollywood, FL · On-site

School Crossing Guards! Protecting Our Future-One Safe Crossing at a Time Looking for a meaningful way to serve your community? Join our team as a School Crossing Guard and help ensure the safety of ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for guards in the United States is $19.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Guards vs Security Officers?

AspectGuardsSecurity Officers
CredentialsTypically require a security guard license or certificationRequire similar licenses or certifications, often overlapping
Work EnvironmentPatrols, monitors premises, enforces rulesPatrols, monitors, responds to incidents, often in various settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across retail, events, industrial sitesCommonly employed in similar industries, sometimes with broader responsibilities

Both Guards and Security Officers perform security duties, often with overlapping credentials and work environments. The main difference lies in terminology and specific job roles, but they are generally interchangeable in many industries.

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Infographic showing various Guards job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,591 per year, or $19 per hour.

Crossing Guards

Anoka-Hennepin School District

Anoka, MN • On-site

$17.48/hr

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

Anoka-Hennepin School District rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

225th of 545 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Transportation/Crossing Guard
Date Posted:
1/1/2026
Location:
ESC - Transportation
Closing Date:
12/31/2026
Crossing Guard
Part-Time
Duties: Directs actions of students and traffic at street intersections to ensure safe crossing. Records license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals and reports infractions to police. Escorts children across the street. Places caution signs at designated points before going on duty and removes signs at end of shift. Assists students with getting on proper bus and/or with bus transfers.
Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent. Good communication skills. Ability to maintain regular attendance, including completing an assigned day. Must be able to lift a minimum of 10 pounds. Ability to perform position responsibilities, including physical factors, work devices, materials handling, data functions and people functions.
Rate of Pay: $17.48/hour
View additional terms and benefits here.
Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis.
All Applicants must complete the Anoka-Hennepin Schools online application at www.ahschools.us/jobs

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