Security Guards for hire in Kansas City, MO
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Organizational Skills9%Time Management8%Education level
High school diploma or GED85%Bachelor's degree6%Master's degree4%Years of experience
1-2 years10%3-5 years14%6-10 years26%Current company
gardaworld
Allied Universal
GardaWorld Security Services US
Time at current job
Less than a year21%1-2 years30%2-5 years36%
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Last updated: Jul 25, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Kansas City, MO: $45,414 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $31,142 – $66,226 yearly
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Security Guard
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDTeaching CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceManagementHospitality ManagementPackingPackagingProductivity SoftwareSecurity Guard
Kansas City, Missouri
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Guard CardFood Safety CertificationCertified Notary PublicFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Outlook CalendarThai CuisineTsheetsSecurity Guard
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardTeaching CertificationQ ClearancePERC CardDriver's LicenseElectrical LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingLift TruckSecurity Officer
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitGuard CardPassenger EndorsementOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsMaintenance WorkMaintenanceSecurity Guard
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardClass D SecurityLife Insurance LicenseFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsWriting SkillsSurveillanceCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportReport PreparationSecurity Guard
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationRegistered DietitianCIRONATE CertificationEPA Refrigeration CertificationHVAC CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor Experience
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What's the average time to fill a security guard role?
The average time to fill a security guard role is 65 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do security guards tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a security guard include: communication skills, organizational skills and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Driver's License, Guard Card and CPR.
What are some job titles related to security guards?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security guards include: director of security, security officer and armed security officer.
What level of education is common for a security guard?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a security guard in Kansas City, MO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security guard?
Most security guards have 16 years of professional experience.
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