Guards for hire in Jackson, MS
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Organizational Skills11%Leadership9%Education level
High school diploma or GED65%Associate's degree16%Bachelor's degree10%Years of experience
3-5 years6%6-10 years14%More than 10 years80%Current company
First Coast Security
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Army National Guard
Time at current job
Less than a year35%1-2 years16%2-5 years27%
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Last updated: Aug 23, 2026
Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Jackson, MS: $68,792 yearly
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Armed Security Guard
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCDL aFirst Aid CertificationInsurance Producer LicenseDriver's LicenseCPR+3 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCaregivingHome CareSecurity Guard
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardOC CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseASE Parts Specialist CertificationArmed Security License+7 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipService Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsManagementSecurity Guard
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseCPRClass G SecurityArmed Security LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipHousekeeping AssistanceArmed Security Guard Supervisor
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardCPIClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's License+5 moreSkills
Personal Assistant ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsArmed Driver/Guard
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Class DCDLGuard CardClass D SecurityFirearms LicenseDriver's License+4 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportCorrectional Officer
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Accident & Health Insurance LicenseHealth Insurance LicenseCPIFirst Aid CertificationInsurance Producer LicenseDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Experience Working with Individuals with AutismSupervising ExperiencePersonal Care Home ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational Skills
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What's the average time to fill a guard role?
The average time to fill a guard role is 46 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do guards tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a guard include: communication skills, organizational skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a guard?
Common licenses or certifications for guards include: Driver's License, First Aid Certification and Guard Card.
What are some job titles related to guards?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to guards include: security guard, store manager in training and armed driver/guard.
What level of education is common for a guard?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a guard in Jackson, MS, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a guard?
Most guards have 34 years of professional experience.
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