Security Guard
$45K/yr
... or private sectors). Specialized experience at this level includes: Experience serving as a guard ... for a fixed or mobile patrol post; monitoring operations of a security monitoring and display ...
$45K/yr
... or private sectors). Specialized experience at this level includes: Experience serving as a guard ... for a fixed or mobile patrol post; monitoring operations of a security monitoring and display ...
$45K/yr
... or private sectors). Specialized experience at this level includes: Experience serving as a guard ... for a fixed or mobile patrol post; monitoring operations of a security monitoring and display ...
Fort Huachuca, AZ · On-site
$45K/yr
... private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as ... Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the ...
Fort Huachuca, AZ · On-site
$45K/yr
... private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as ... Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the ...
AZ · On-site
$45K/yr
... private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as ... Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the ...
AZ · On-site
$45K/yr
... private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as ... Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
... private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as ... Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the ...
... private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as ... Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
AZ · On-site
$45K/yr
... private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as ... Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the ...
AZ · On-site
$45K/yr
... private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as ... Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
Fort Huachuca, AZ · On-site
$55K/yr
... private protective organization; 2) Making work assignments to ensure that guard coverage is provided to patrol areas; and 3) Utilizing security monitoring systems and /or access control system to ...
Fort Huachuca, AZ · On-site
$55K/yr
... private protective organization; 2) Making work assignments to ensure that guard coverage is provided to patrol areas; and 3) Utilizing security monitoring systems and /or access control system to ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
$36K/yr
The incumbent performs protective service work in guarding federally owned, leased buildings or ... Experience such as work with a federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization ...
Fort Huachuca, AZ · On-site
$55K/yr
... private protective organization; 2) Making work assignments to ensure that guard coverage is provided to patrol areas; and 3) Utilizing security monitoring systems and /or access control system to ...
Fort Huachuca, AZ · On-site
$55K/yr
... private protective organization; 2) Making work assignments to ensure that guard coverage is provided to patrol areas; and 3) Utilizing security monitoring systems and /or access control system to ...
$11.20 - $12.56
0% of jobs
$12.56 - $13.93
2% of jobs
$13.93 - $15.29
7% of jobs
$16.19 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.29 - $16.66
23% of jobs
The median wage is $17.70 / hr.
$16.66 - $18.02
22% of jobs
$19.22 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$18.02 - $19.39
22% of jobs
$19.39 - $20.75
10% of jobs
$20.75 - $22.12
4% of jobs
$22.12 - $23.48
5% of jobs
$23.48 - $24.85
2% of jobs
$24.85 - $26.21
1% of jobs
$11
$18
$26
| Aspect | Private Guard | Security Officer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Security license, background check | Security license, background check |
| Work Environment | Private properties, events, individuals | Public spaces, commercial buildings, institutions |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Private companies, individuals | Government agencies, private firms |
Both Private Guards and Security Officers require similar credentials and often work in security roles, but Private Guards typically serve private clients or properties, while Security Officers often work in public or commercial settings. The choice depends on the work environment and employer type.

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Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Security Guard. Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.
Duty Location: Page, Arizona For more information click here.
Competition for Security Guard positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to Veterans' preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment. You MUST upload proof of military service if you are claiming Veterans' preference. More information on Veterans' preference can be found at the following link: https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans-preference/
Applications from non-preference eligibles will be accepted, but they will not be considered if there are a sufficient number of preference eligible applicants.
All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-10/27/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.
EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-05 grade level in the federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience at this level includes: Experience serving as a guard for a fixed or mobile patrol post; monitoring operations of a security monitoring and display system or utilizing protection systems to prevent access to unauthorized individuals.
To qualify for this position at the GS-07 grade level, you must possess the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement:
EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience at this level includes: In addition to the GS-06 specialized experience listed above, you must also have experience working with Federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organizations that involved the protection of property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; or maintaining order and protecting life. Such experience must have provided a knowledge of protective systems and techniques. Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the performance of guard duties on a regular or intermittent basis.
Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors, where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position, where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level.
All security guard personnel hired for the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) must meet all the following mandatory Conditions of Employment for the position. If an employee cannot meet the requirements imposed by the agency, the employee will be removed from Federal service. The Conditions of Employment are as follows:
BOR Security Guard Academy: Employee must successfully complete an intensive 8-10-week basic training conducted at Grand Coulee. The tests outlined in the video include both classroom instruction and personal demonstration of proficiency in the material taught. These sessions and subjects require mental and physical proficiency. Each session builds on the previous instruction, and periodic tests are administered throughout the sessions. Each test must be passed to continue to the next phase of training, and failure to satisfactorily complete a training session will lead to removal from federal service.
About Security Response Force (SRF):Protecting Critical Infrastructure (Security Response Force Video): https://youtu.be/vVYTWutAYBI, https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvHsnLEo5Rt47-QeEybaxD6uOSDZKWPEu . Security Response Force Employment Physical Training (PT) Requirements: Security Response Force: Physical Fitness Test - 2023 Update (youtube.com).
Physical Fitness Standards. As a condition of employment and throughout service as a BOR Security Guard, the Employment Physical Training (PT) test must be passed by performing the SRF Physical Fitness Procedures included in the link above. Scoring details can be found at SLE 04-03 AppA
All applicants are required to complete all 4 categories and achieve a combined score of 100 points or higher. The same criteria will be used for all ages and genders. Security Response Force Testing Requirements is included in the link above.
At the end of the first year of employment and every year thereafter, the employee will be required to successfully pass all segments of the Employment PT test, the requirements are listed above. If the employee does not initially pass any part of the annual test, they will be given 60 additional days to successfully pass all segments of the test. If the employee cannot pass any part of the test during the annual test, they will be removed from federal service.
This position requires carrying and using firearms. To be able to meet this requirement, the Lautenberg Amendment requires that incumbents may not have any convictions of domestic violence and therefore the applicant will be required to certify that they have no convictions. This information will be verified through the Public Trust Background Investigation.
Firearm Proficiency. Upon completion of the intensive basic training, the employee must meet marksmanship standards. In addition, the employee must successfully pass the annual firearms proficiency test. If the employee fails to demonstrate firearm proficiency initially or upon re-certification, they will be removed from the position.
Providing false or misleading information on your resume or supporting documentation may result in removal from consideration or other action consistent with applicable federal hiring regulations. Applicants who include vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or information in their application package will be ineligible for further consideration for this position.
This position does not allow substituting education for experience.
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