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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for security guards in Riverside, MO is $18.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $18.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Security Guards vs Security Officers?

AspectSecurity GuardsSecurity Officers
CredentialsHigh school diploma, security training certificationHigh school diploma, security training certification
Work EnvironmentPrivate properties, retail stores, eventsCorporate buildings, government facilities, industrial sites
Employer & IndustryPrivate security firms, retail, event managementCorporations, government agencies, industrial companies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Security Guards and Security Officers often share similar credentials and work environments, but Security Officers typically work in more corporate or government settings, while Security Guards are more common in retail and private properties. Both roles focus on maintaining safety and security, with overlapping skills and certifications.

How hard is it to get hired as a security guard?

Getting hired as a security guard typically requires meeting basic requirements such as being at least 18 years old, passing a background check, and obtaining any necessary licensing or certifications. Job availability can vary based on location, experience, and the specific employer's needs, but entry-level positions are often accessible with minimal prior experience.

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Security guards often quit due to low pay, irregular or long working hours, high stress, and limited opportunities for advancement. Job dissatisfaction can also stem from challenging work environments, lack of proper training, or insufficient support from employers.

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Infographic showing various Security Guards job openings in Riverside, MO 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 $38,274 per year, or $18.4 per hour.

Unarmed Security Guard

Inner Parish Security Corporation

Kansas City, KS • On-site

$18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 hours ago

Inner Parish Security Corporation rating

3.5

Company rating: 3.5 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

112th of 117 rated security

Job description

Unarmed Security Guard

Inner Parish Security Corporation (IPSC) is recruiting for security officers with excellent customer service and security skills to join our highly regarded team in Kansas City!

Unarmed Indoor Patrol

$18/hr. paid weekly! We also have Daily Pay, where you can receive your daily earnings on demand!

Schedule:

Friday - Sunday 11am - 11pm

Thursdays 5pm-11pm

You must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be 21+
  • Must have Unarmed Security License!
  • Must be able to pass a drug screen
  • Reliable transport
  • Active cellphone
  • Ability to pass a drug screen

The ideal candidate will have an ACTIVE Security Guard License.

Prior law enforcement experience, Military experience and/or 2 years of Unarmed Security in a plus. Retirees and VETERANS welcome.

You will help to prevent and deter crime through:

  • Performing both regular and random patrols of multiple premises
  • Reporting any security-related incidents, hazards or unusual occurrences
  • When necessary, performing control procedures
  • Operating emergency equipment
  • Documenting nightly operations and filing weekly reports Investigating breaches of property

Physical and Mental Job Requirements:

  • Must have effective written and verbal communication skills and must be able to communicate clearly and quickly in cases of emergency.
  • A Security Officer must be able to read and interpret written information under a variety of circumstances.
  • A Security Officer must be able to drive a motor vehicle in the course of his/her duties if required.
  • A Security Officer must be able to detect and identify sounds relevant to fires, floods, alarm signals, and persons in distress against distracting sound background conditions (e.g., machinery, traffic noise, etc.)
  • A Security Officer must be able to: Walk, Run, Stand, Climb, Sit.
  • A Security Officer must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. waist high, if required.
  • A Security Officer must be in good mental health and be able to make decisions instantly on the event of an emergency.
  • A Security Officer must meet the physical and mental requirements of the state(s) to be licensed by the state to perform Security Guard / Security Officer work.

Accommodations to the above will be considered and offered, when possible.

If you have a passion for providing crucial security services and seek an important role with an enthusiastic team, IPSC is the company for you!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled #IPSCT4S


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