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How much do seasonal security officer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal security officer in the United States is $17.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a seasonal security officer?

Seasonal Security Officers are professionals hired temporarily, often during peak periods such as holidays, events, or busy seasons, to help ensure the safety and security of people, property, and assets. Their duties typically include monitoring premises, controlling access points, responding to emergencies, and maintaining order. These positions are crucial in environments that experience a surge in visitors or heightened security needs for a limited time. Seasonal Security Officers may work in places like shopping malls, event venues, resorts, or amusement parks. The role often requires flexibility, good communication skills, and the ability to handle stressful situations.

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

To thrive as a Seasonal Security Officer, you need a solid understanding of safety protocols, situational awareness, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with surveillance systems, access control software, and sometimes security guard certification or training is typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills help you effectively handle incidents and interact with the public. These abilities are crucial for maintaining a safe environment, preventing incidents, and responding promptly to emergencies during peak seasonal periods.

What is the difference between Seasonal Security Officer vs Security Guard?

AspectSeasonal Security OfficerSecurity Guard
CredentialsBasic security license, sometimes specialized trainingBasic security license, sometimes specialized training
Work EnvironmentTemporary, seasonal settings like events, retail, or outdoor venuesPermanent or long-term security posts in various settings
Employer & IndustryEvent organizers, retail stores, outdoor venuesSecurity companies, private businesses, retail, industrial sites
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

The main difference between a Seasonal Security Officer and a Security Guard lies in their employment duration and specific work environments. Seasonal Security Officers are hired temporarily for specific seasons or events, often requiring similar credentials as Security Guards. Security Guards typically work in permanent roles across various industries. Both roles focus on maintaining safety and require security licensing, but Seasonal Security Officers are more associated with short-term, event-based security needs.

What are some common challenges faced by seasonal security officers during peak periods?

Seasonal Security Officers often encounter increased foot traffic and heightened activity during peak periods, which can make monitoring large crowds and maintaining order more challenging. They may need to quickly adapt to changing situations, manage access control efficiently, and respond to incidents or emergencies with minimal supervision. Effective communication with both the security team and event staff is essential to ensure a safe environment. Additionally, balancing customer service with enforcement of security protocols is a key part of the role.
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Infographic showing various Seasonal Security Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,678 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Seasonal Security Officer

The Greenbrier Hotel

White Sulphur Springs, WV • On-site

$19.13/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description


Essential Job Functions
Position:Lieutenant Security and Security Officer
Department:Security
Date Updated:02 / 2021
Primary Responsibilities: (guest interaction, ordering responsibilities, clean up duties, clerical responsibilities, etc.)
• Respond to fire emergencies as a trained Fire Fighter
• Respond to other emergencies including response as a confined space rescue team member
• Respond to Security calls, incidents, and events
• Respond to Emergency Medical calls and provide First-Aid
• Stand an access point post, determine access, and direct traffic
• Communicate in clear understandable English language by two-way radio, telephone, computer, and hard-copy written information
• Record and disseminate appropriate information regarding access
• View, recognize, and act on appropriate security issues from active observation and by utilizing the CCTV camera displays
• Review, check, and process entering and exiting personnel for rule compliance
• Review, check, process, and activate access controls involving automated gates
• Monitor, interact, and respond in a timely manner to the fire alarm system electronic notifications
• Ensure guest and employee Safety and Security
• Conduct investigations and write clear, concise reports
• Enforce company policies and procedures
• Ensure facility security
• Engage in positive Guest and Team Member interaction, under all types of conditions
• Provide and portray customer service and hospitality through consistent demonstration of the ten essential attributes
• Ability to handle extremely stressful situations
• Conduct foot and vehicle formal fire-watch patrols utilizing electronic recording devices
• Drive a department patrol vehicle on public and private, improved and unimproved, roadways, trails, paths, including mountainous terrain.
• Drive, position, and operate the department's fire apparatus under routine and emergency operations.
Secondary Responsibilities:
• Maintain professional calm demeanor during encounters with guest, visitors, or team members
• Maintain professional (clean, neat) appearance
• Work independently with minimal supervision
Normal Working Hours: (Shift, days)
• Shifts (7:00am-3:00pm), (3:00pm-11:00pm), (11:00pm-7:00am)
To be successful in this position, the ideal candidate must meet the following criteria
in addition to the Ten Essential Attributes for All Team Members.
Past Work Experience Requirements: (Type of work, number of years required, equivalent experience, etc.)
• Firefighter / Emergency Medical Service and/or Law Enforcement / Military experience preferred
• Security service experience preferred
Educational Requirements: (Degree/Certification, highest required/preferred, field of study)
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
Communication Skills Requirements: (Verbal: phone, in-person, group; Written: memos, documents)
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally, both in person and on the telephone
• Report writing skills
Technical Requirements:
• Current certification as a WV Firefighter Level 1 or higher
• Must have the ability to achieve confined space entry and rescue certification
• Current certification in a recognized Basic First-Aid program or higher (Such as EMT), ie American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, WV RESA, etc.
• Current certification in a recognized Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) program, ie American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, WV RESA, etc.
• Valid drivers license
• Ability to obtain American Hotel and Lodging Association Certified Lodging Security Officer certification or an equivalent certification as specified by the Director of Security.
• Must achieve and maintain all training and technical requirements as listed in this EJF.
Computer Experience & Level (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
  • Word Processing - Beginner
  • Spreadsheet (Excel)- Beginner

Technical Skills -Skill Level (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
Typing -Beginner
Data Entry -Beginner
Physical Requirements:
Location of Work
Indoors -YesHeated -Yes
Outdoors -YesTemp. Fluctuations -Yes
WorkPostures
Continuous(up to 8 hrs. in an 8 hr. shift)
Frequent(up to 5.5 hrs. in 8 hr. shift)
Infrequent(up to 3 hrs. in an 8 hr. shift)
Rarely(upto .5 hr in 8 hr. shift)
Standing
X
Sitting
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Bending/Stooping
X
OverheadReaching
X
Arm/HandMovement
X
Hand/EyeCoordination
X
Other(Define)
LiftingRequirements
10 lbs.orless
11-20lbs.
21-30lbs.
31-40lbs.
Over41 lbs.
10lbs.or less
11-20lbs.
21-30lbs.
31-40lbs.
Over41 lbs.
10lbs.or less
11-20lbs.
21-30lbs.
31-40lbs.
Over41 lbs.
10lbs.or less
11-20lbs.
21-30lbs.
31-40lbs.
Over41 lbs.
HorizontalLift
X

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