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Protection Officer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

Overview The Protection Officer I RMHRC works under the supervision of the RMHRC Supervisor. The officer performs functions to protect facility and personnel from property loss and criminal activity.

Protection Officer

Richfield, OH · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Security Officer | 1st and 2nd Shift | $19-20+HR As a Warehouse Asset Protection Officer, you will help maintain the safety and security of the distribution center by monitoring facility access ...

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Asset Protection Officer

Fox Lake, IL · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been looking for!

Asset Protection Officer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been looking for!

Asset Protection Officer

Bronx, NY · On-site

$15.75 - $17.75/hr

Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been looking for!

Asset Protection Officer

Naperville, IL · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been looking for!

Asset Protection Officer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been looking for!

Asset Protection Officer

Matteson, IL · On-site

$14.75 - $16.75/hr

Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been looking for!

Asset Protection Officer

Washington, DC · On-site

$17 - $19.25/hr

* * * Description Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been ...

Description Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been ...

Description Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been ...

Asset Protection Officer

Gurnee, IL · On-site

$14.50 - $16.25/hr

Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been looking for!

Asset Protection Officer

Gurnee, IL · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Description Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been ...

Asset Protection Officer

Fox Lake, IL · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Description Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been ...

Asset Protection Officer

Matteson, IL · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Description Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been ...

Asset Protection Officer

Reynoldsburg, OH · On-site

$21 - $27.56/hr

An asset protection officer wears a variety of hats supporting protection of people, product, and property. We are proud of the state-of-the-art technology that allows us to best support the safety ...

Asset Protection Officer

Bronx, NY · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Description Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been ...

Asset Protection Officer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$14.50 - $16.25/hr

Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been looking for!

Description Asset Protection Officer Do you have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been ...

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How much do protection officer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for protection officer in the United States is $19.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a protection officer?

To thrive as a Protection Officer, you need a solid understanding of security protocols, risk assessment, and emergency response procedures, often supported by relevant certifications or security licenses. Familiarity with surveillance systems, access control software, and incident reporting tools is typically required. Strong observation skills, integrity, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring the safety of people and property, as well as for responding quickly and appropriately to potential threats.

What are some common challenges faced by protection officers in the field?

Protection Officers often encounter challenges such as managing high-stress situations, balancing the need for vigilance with approachability, and adapting quickly to changing security risks. They must remain calm and decisive during emergencies, while also maintaining clear communication with team members and the public. Additionally, they frequently collaborate with law enforcement and organizational staff to ensure safety protocols are effectively implemented.

What is a protection officer?

A protection officer is a type of security guard who monitors a facility during and after business hours to prevent theft, damage, and other types of loss. Typical job duties involve interacting with employees, observing customers and clients, and patrolling the grounds. As a protection officer, you must document any information related to incidents of theft, damage, and loss. Most protection officers are not law enforcement officials, so when you are faced with a criminal situation, you call law enforcement and provide support to these officers on the scene. There are different levels for this career, and the higher levels may require more responsibility and potentially armed guarding duties.

What is the difference between Protection Officer vs Security Guard?

AspectProtection OfficerSecurity Guard
CredentialsMay require security certifications, first aid, and sometimes specialized trainingOften requires basic security or guard licenses
Work EnvironmentTypically works in corporate, government, or NGO settings focusing on protection and risk managementUsually stationed at physical locations like buildings, events, or premises for surveillance
Employer & IndustryEmployers include government agencies, NGOs, and private companiesEmployers are security firms, retail stores, or private clients

The Protection Officer and Security Guard roles both focus on safety, but Protection Officers often handle risk assessment, threat management, and work in more specialized environments. Security Guards primarily focus on physical security and surveillance. The roles can overlap, but Protection Officers typically require more training and work in more complex security scenarios.

What do protection officers do?

Protection officers are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of people, property, or assets. They monitor premises, enforce security protocols, conduct patrols, and respond to incidents, often working with security equipment and maintaining detailed reports.
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Infographic showing various Protection Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,194 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

Part-time

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Job description

Hampton, Virginia

Hiring Range

$17.50 - $22.75/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.


Overview
The Protection Officer I RMHRC works under the supervision of the RMHRC Supervisor. The officer performs functions to protect facility and personnel from property loss and criminal activity. Provides services and assistance, as outlined by policies and procedures and directed by Management, to make the facility safe for employees, patients and visitors and to meet the expectations of Riverside Health.
What you will do

  • Respond with flexibility to changes and adapt to varying work assignments. Monitor fire, intrusion, duress, and security alarm systems and responds as appropriate. Maintain a working knowledge of Genetec access and video systems, to include Worxhub Function in emergency circumstances as directed. Operates communications equipment in keeping with assigned duties.
  • Maintain positive public relations with the community. Escort employees, visitors, and patients as requested. Assist with transportation and lifting of patients as requested. Assist with providing contraband searching/wanding. Direct and assist patients, visitors, employees, contractors, and other members of the public to the appropriate parking areas. Direct persons to the appropriate entrance of the facility. Assist with employee, contractors, and visitor badging, ensure all persons are in compliance with established policies.
  • Makes rounds on interior and exterior of the campus to prevent and detect criminal activity. Write traffic warnings and incident reports. Ensure radio equipment, Vocera and PPE is in verification of working order and report deficiencies to Supervisor.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work with new employee/co-workers to enhance retention and help reduce turnover of staff. Demonstrates the ability to communicate reliably and accurately with all members of the team. Demonstrate teamwork and the ability to work effectively to maintain an environment of excellence. Demonstrate behavior that reflects values consistent with the Riverside Care Difference.
  • Keep files and SOPs current. Make written reports of incidents or unusual circumstances with which confronted with while on duty, including safety and fire hazards. Provide appropriate and detailed information in reports about incidents or concerns for quality monitoring thru rCare and pass downs.
  • Safety Practices - Bring to the attention of the RMHRC Supervisor, any accidents, injuries, safety matters, or protection problems. Complete computer based training and other employee training modules necessary for position to remain up to date on safety issues, procedures and processes. Identify opportunities for service improvement and participates in process improvement and departmental in-services. Responsible for ensuring safe practices as referenced in the National Patient Safety Goals and in accordance with RHS policies and procedures. Demonstrate the ability to keep work area neat, clean and in compliance with RHS, NFPA, ISO, DNV and State safety standards.
  • Demonstrate ability to prioritize and accomplish assignments with accuracy and timeliness ( work assignments completed by deadlines, received minimal customer complaints). Adheres to policy and procedure. Demonstrate ability to maintain logs, input work orders into Worxhub, SOPs, complete training modules, fire extinguishers, radios, Genetec, Worxhub and equipment. Initiate performance improvement efforts and monitoring, review goals, accomplishments, policies and procedures.


Qualifications
Education

  • High School Diploma or GED, (Preferred)


Experience

  • 1 year Prior experience with security in a health care or other setting (Preferred)


Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to prioritize and accomplish assignments with accuracy and timeliness (work assignments completed by deadlines, receive minimal customer complaints)
  • Ability to respond with flexibility to changes and adapt to varying work assignments
  • Ability to communicate reliably and accurately with all members of the team


Licenses and Certifications

  • CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 90 Days(Required) and
  • Certified Auto External Defibrillator (AED) - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) If CPR is not BLS certification, AED is also required within 90 Days(Required)
  • Certified Crisis Prevention (CPI) - The Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Required within 15 days of hire (Required)

Part Time and Labor Pool available

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.