Security Guards for hire in Minneapolis, MN
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Time Management9%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED71%Associate's degree14%Bachelor's degree12%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years10%6-10 years26%Current company
Allied Universal
American Security and Investigations, LLC
GardaWorld Security Services US
Time at current job
Less than a year14%1-2 years33%2-5 years44%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Minneapolis, MN: $48,567 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $39,968 – $59,015 yearly
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Security Officer
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseCPRArmed Security License+1 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsConflict ManagementCash HandlingShift Supervisor/Security Officer
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftGuard CardOC CertificationEMT CertificationBaton PermitWarehouse Operations+16 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementHost/Hostess ExperienceSecurity Officer
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Class DAEDGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's License+5 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsUnarmed Security Guard
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Certified Notary PublicEMT CertificationPERC CardState Tested Nursing AssistantCertified Safety ProfessionalAED+27 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with AutismAssistant Manager ExperienceSecurity Guard
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
AEDGuard CardAct 120First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Supervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsMathSpecial EducationSheriff Detention Deputy
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
CHHAClass DGuard CardFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCosmetology License+9 moreSkills
Presentation SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementFinancial ConceptsOrganizational SkillsLeadership
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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 63 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, time management and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Driver's License, First Aid Certification 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: security officer, shift supervisor/security officer and 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 Minneapolis, MN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security guard?
Most security guards have 13 years of professional experience.
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