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Protection Officer/Security Guard

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

Protection Officers are the cornerstones at TRVST Security. Our officers allow us to accomplish our ... personal career goals and expectations. Please contact us TODAY to begin your journey with TRVST.

Asset Protection Officer

Dayton, OH · On-site

$14.50 - $16.50/hr

... personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your ... Thoroughly document Asset Protection activity within the case management system * Respond to ...

Asset Protection Officer

Tipp City, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $16/hr

... personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your ... Thoroughly document Asset Protection activity within the case management system * Respond to ...

Asset Protection Officer

Tipp City, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $16/hr

... personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your ... Thoroughly document Asset Protection activity within the case management system * Respond to ...

Asset Protection Officer

Tipp City, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $16/hr

... personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your ... Thoroughly document Asset Protection activity within the case management system * Respond to ...

Asset Protection Officer

Springfield, OH · On-site

$13.50 - $15.25/hr

... personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your ... Thoroughly document Asset Protection activity within the case management system * Respond to ...

Security Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

This position provides assistance with personal protection, traffic control and emergency response services. The Security Officer position may employ Houston Methodist-approved defensive tactics to ...

Security Officer

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

This position provides assistance with personal protection, traffic control and emergency response services. The Security Officer position may employ Houston Methodist-approved defensive tactics to ...

Security Officer

Willowbrook, IL · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

This position provides assistance with personal protection, traffic control and emergency response services. The Security Officer position may employ Houston Methodist-approved defensive tactics to ...

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How much do personal protection officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for personal protection officer in the United States is $62,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a personal protection officer?

Personal Protection Officers (PPOs) are security professionals responsible for ensuring the safety and security of individuals who may be at risk due to their status, occupation, or other factors. They are often employed to protect high-profile individuals such as executives, celebrities, diplomats, or politicians from potential threats like harassment, assault, or kidnapping. PPOs assess risks, plan security measures, and may accompany their clients during travel and public appearances. Their training typically includes defensive tactics, emergency response, and threat assessment. The role requires discretion, vigilance, and the ability to respond quickly to potential dangers.

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

To thrive as a Personal Protection Officer, you need expertise in threat assessment, defensive tactics, and security protocols, often backed by law enforcement or military experience and relevant certifications. Familiarity with surveillance equipment, communication devices, and firearms is typically required, with many roles mandating licensing and first aid training. Strong situational awareness, discretion, and excellent judgment are vital soft skills for this position. These skills and qualities are essential for effectively protecting clients from potential threats while maintaining their safety and privacy.

What are some common challenges personal protection officers face when working with high-profile clients?

Personal Protection Officers (PPOs) working with high-profile clients often encounter challenges such as maintaining a balance between providing tight security and respecting the client's privacy and lifestyle. They must remain vigilant at all times, adapt quickly to changing schedules, and anticipate potential security threats in various environments. Additionally, PPOs frequently collaborate with other security professionals, law enforcement, and sometimes household staff to ensure seamless protection, which requires excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What is the difference between Personal Protection Officer vs Bodyguard?

AspectPersonal Protection OfficerBodyguard
CredentialsSecurity training, certifications in protective servicesSecurity training, often similar certifications
Work EnvironmentVaried settings including events, travel, personal residencesPrimarily close protection in public or private settings
Employer & IndustryPrivate clients, corporations, celebritiesHigh-profile individuals, celebrities, executives

Both roles involve protective duties, but a Personal Protection Officer often has broader responsibilities, including risk assessment and planning, while a bodyguard typically focuses on close physical protection. The terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but a Personal Protection Officer may have more comprehensive training and responsibilities.

How do you become a personal protection officer?

To become a personal protection officer, individuals typically need a background in security, law enforcement, or military service, along with relevant training in protective tactics and first aid. Many employers require certification such as the Close Protection Operatives license or similar credentials, and candidates often undergo background checks and physical fitness assessments.
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Infographic showing various Personal Protection Officer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $62,148 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

Armed Protection Officer (Fremont)

Fremont, CA • On-site

$20.75 - $26.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 hours ago


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Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

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Job description

Armed Protection Officer

Blackstone Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Armed Protection Officer for their Healthcare Security Client in Northern and Southern California.

This is a temporary position, the expected end date is TBD.

Schedule:Tuesday - Thursday 0000 - 0800, Friday - Saturday 2330 - 0730

About BCI:Blackstone Consulting, Inc. (BCI) is a minority-owned, 9,000 employee, global service provider overseeing account services in food, environmental, facility maintenance, professional staffing, and security. Within our healthcare security division, we help healthcare organizations achieve superior programs and results. This includes our investment in you and your ability to deliver best practices to our client while receiving exceptional training to advance your healthcare career with BCI. Together, we are building a best-in-class healthcare security operation and are looking for top talent to join us in this effort. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status

Candidates must possess prior experience inlaw enforcement or military.This entails having served in an official capacity within a law enforcement agency or the US Military. Roles as a security guard, whether armed or unarmed, do not fulfill this requirement on their own.

JOB SUMMARY:

As part of the Regional Security Services team, the Armed Protection Officer (APO) is responsible for the physical and personal security for members, staff, and visitors within the health care client facilities. This includes responding to emergency situations, preserving order, and enforcing regulations related to personnel, visitors, and premises. Protects staff and property from theft or damage, or people from hazards and interference, including the potential for violence in the workplace. The APO will partner with security and clinical leaders to establish a unified care team to identify and mitigate security and workplace violence risks.

To learn more visit our website: Armed Protection Officer Program Recruitment Page (bci-toolkit.com)

Essential Functions

  • Respond to crimes in progress and take appropriate action on the exterior of the healthcare facility
  • Make private person arrests when necessary and within policy
  • Respond into healthcare facility interior for Code Gray responses
  • Lead de-escalation efforts
  • Provide a professional security presence
  • Act as a safety ambassador for the facility
  • Provide campus safety recommendations
  • Liaison with administrative and clinical leadership
  • Establish and maintain a good working relationship with local law enforcement
  • Prevention of Workplace Violence (PWW):Serve as the facility subject matter expert on the Prevention of Workplace Violence. Respond to violent incidents of workplace violence. Stay current on training and trends in the PWV field
  • Threat Management:Lead and support threat management investigations . Mitigate potential threats through collaboration with key stakeholders and the Threat Management Team
  • Training:Provide Prevention of Workplace Violence training to staff. Train and evaluate new officers
  • Monitors entrances and exits.
  • Provides information regarding the facility and surrounding areas as requested by visitors
  • Prevents unapproved or unlawful entry
  • Prepare logs or reports as required for post, requiring detailed narrative reports.
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Experience/Licenses:

  • High School Diploma
  • 4+ years of experience in official law enforcement and/or military capacity
  • Combined with experience as armed security officer
  • Security Guard Card
  • Exposed Firearms Permit

Required Skills

  • Security Basics:Ability to learn, retain and perform basic healthcare security functions
  • Risk Management:Ability to identify, educate, manage, and report security risks impacting service delivery
  • Communication:Ability to listen, share, modify information and effectively communicate amongst different stakeholder groups and in varying departments
  • Service Delivery:Ability to consistently demonstrate professional behavior that is responsive to the needs of the client
  • Leadership:Ability to motivate, inspire, and influence others

Preferred Experience

  • Associates Degree or above, with a focus on Criminal Justice
  • Armed Security experience in a healthcare facility

Minimum Qualifications at Entry:

  • Be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.
  • Have a reliable and functional means of communication (i.e., cell phone)
  • The legal right to work in the United States
  • Possess a valid government-issued driver's license or state-issued I.D.
  • An active state-issued guard card
  • Successfully pass the client's pre-employment screening process (Drug Test, Health Screen, Criminal Background Check, Personality Inventory Assessment)
  • Ability to properly wear an N95 mask and adhere to social distancing guidelines while on-site.
  • Complete healthcare competency assessment and training on defusing assaultive behaviors

Armed Protection Officer

Blackstone Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Armed Protection Officer for their Healthcare Security Client in Northern and Southern California.

This is a temporary position, the expected end date is TBD.

Schedule:Tuesday - Thursday 0000 - 0800, Friday - Saturday 2330 - 0730

About BCI:Blackstone Consulting, Inc. (BCI) is a minority-owned, 9,000 employee, global service provider overseeing account services in food, environmental, facility maintenance, professional staffing, and security. Within our healthcare security division, we help healthcare organizations achieve superior programs and results. This includes our investment in you and your ability to deliver best practices to our client while receiving exceptional training to advance your healthcare career with BCI. Together, we are building a best-in-class healthcare security operation and are looking for top talent to join us in this effort. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status

Candidates must possess prior experience inlaw enforcement or military.This entails having served in an official capacity within a law enforcement agency or the US Military. Roles as a security guard, whether armed or unarmed, do not fulfill this requirement on their own.

JOB SUMMARY:

As part of the Regional Security Services team, the Armed Protection Officer (APO) is responsible for the physical and personal security for members, staff, and visitors within the health care client facilities. This includes responding to emergency situations, preserving order, and enforcing regulations related to personnel, visitors, and premises. Protects staff and property from theft or damage, or people from hazards and interference, including the potential for violence in the workplace. The APO will partner with security and clinical leaders to establish a unified care team to identify and mitigate security and workplace violence risks.

To learn more visit our website: Armed Protection Officer Program Recruitment Page (bci-toolkit.com)

Essential Functions

  • Respond to crimes in progress and take appropriate action on the exterior of the healthcare facility
  • Make private person arrests when necessary and within policy
  • Respond into healthcare facility interior for Code Gray responses
  • Lead de-escalation efforts
  • Provide a professional security presence
  • Act as a safety ambassador for the facility
  • Provide campus safety recommendations
  • Liaison with administrative and clinical leadership
  • Establish and maintain a good working relationship with local law enforcement
  • Prevention of Workplace Violence (PWW):Serve as the facility subject matter expert on the Prevention of Workplace Violence. Respond to violent incidents of workplace violence. Stay current on training and trends in the PWV field
  • Threat Management:Lead and support threat management investigations . Mitigate potential threats through collaboration with key stakeholders and the Threat Management Team
  • Training:Provide Prevention of Workplace Violence training to staff. Train and evaluate new officers
  • Monitors entrances and exits.
  • Provides information regarding the facility and surrounding areas as requested by visitors
  • Prevents unapproved or unlawful entry
  • Prepare logs or reports as required for post, requiring detailed narrative reports.
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Experience/Licenses:

  • High School Diploma
  • 4+ years of experience in official law enforcement and/or military capacity
  • Combined with experience as armed security officer
  • Security Guard Card
  • Exposed Firearms Permit

Required Skills

  • Security Basics:Ability to learn, retain and perform basic healthcare security functions
  • Risk Management:Ability to identify, educate, manage, and report security risks impacting service delivery
  • Communication:Ability to listen, share, modify information and effectively communicate amongst different stakeholder groups and in varying departments
  • Service Delivery:Ability to consistently demonstrate professional behavior that is responsive to the needs of the client
  • Leadership:Ability to motivate, inspire, and influence others

Preferred Experience

  • Associates Degree or above, with a focus on Criminal Justice
  • Armed Security experience in a healthcare facility

Minimum Qualifications at Entry:

  • Be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.
  • Have a reliable and functional means of communication (i.e., cell phone)
  • The legal right to work in the United States
  • Possess a valid government-issued driver's license or state-issued I.D.
  • An active state-issued guard card
  • Successfully pass the client's pre-employment screening process (Drug Test, Health Screen, Criminal Background Check, Personality Inventory Assessment)
  • Ability to properly wear an N95 mask and adhere to social distancing guidelines while on-site.
  • Complete healthcare competency assessment and training on defusing assaultive behaviors

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