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	Is it true that most low level Security Officers do not have a job and are on-call for post? I have heard how they are not well trained and will hire almost anyone. Schedulers rarely have jobs (stable posts) for Officers and do LESS work than Human Resources Personnel meaning they pretend to work but are lazy. Sergeants do the work of Lieutenants and Captains without the pay just the responsibilities. That Human Resources Managers and Low-Level Security Officers are under-trained, Under-Employed, Under-Paid with almost no opportunity fro promotion and rarely get a pay-raise even after passing the probationary period. Also get no over-time pay; they begin early and go home late. They equipment is not in the best conditions. People who make money are from Contract/Facility Managers and up the ladder of management. Is the Service Employment International Union, http://www.seiu.org/ , a group of liars.- http://www.unionfacts.com/ What happens to Security Officers that tell the truth about real working conditions and become Whistle Blowers? National Whistleblower Center P.O. Box 3768 Washington, DC 20027 202-342-1903; Fax 202-342-1904 Email us at contact@whistleblowers.org Website http://www.whistleblowers.org/ All companies offer retirement packages for management only and not all managers get a bonus. Pay raises are almost non-existent. 2 answers - Asked By: MIE - 9/26/2007

	Is security guard work boring and underpaid? What do security officers do, are they underpaid, is it boring and what kit do they have? 6 answers - Asked By: Dean H - 5/17/2008

	How to become a security officer? I want to know what do I need to do to become a security officer and how much the course and the SIA card cots. 4 answers - Asked By: Felipe Mancera - 2/8/2011

	How do i get certified as a level III Security Officer in Colorado? Ok i am certified as a Level II Security Officer which means i am certified with: Baton Handcuffs Pepper spray Defensive tactics I want to get gun certified with the Glock 17 and Remington 870 so i can be a bigger asset with my company as well as get Taser certified how do i go about accomplishing this? 2 answers - Asked By: Thomas - 12/9/2011

	What are the general or main duties of a US coast guard marine safety officer? USCG marine safety officers are in charge of what exactly? Do they deal with environmental issues? very curious, possible career path? What are some civilian careers that would follow serving? 1 answer - Asked By: hirsch269 - 2/18/2010

	Security positions in valley of Phoenix? My husband is actively looking for a security position in Phoenix. He has an associates degree in police science and he has experience as a security officer on a golf resort. Problem is - we don't live in Arizona so we're not familiar with all the companies out there. We've searched all the golf hotel resorts, hospitals and the airports to no avail. It seems that most of the security companies out there will take anyone with a HS diploma and pay them nothing. Is there any other places or ideas you could give me to check out? He would much rather be employed for a company itself than a "security company". Thank you! 1 answer - Asked By: JJ - 8/19/2009

	How to become a police officer in Texas? I am highly considering becoming a police officer. I'm kind of clueless of what steps need to be taken to become one.. As well as the benefits of becoming a police officer. I live in the city of Austin if it helps. 1 answer - Asked By: Alexis - 11/28/2012

	Would being convicted of DUI 2nd prevent me from getting a job at a work release facility? A local work release facility is hiring Security Monitors and an ACA Manager. I am a former police officer and am experienced enough for either position. My question is..can a facility like this hire me? 1 answer - Asked By: G - 8/4/2010

	Anyone know anything about security jobs? I want to start a career as an armed security guard (officer). If anyone already has experience in this line of work please share some tips or advice on where I should start. I own a Beretta 9mm, is this an adequate firearm for this position? Do I get certified before I look for a job, or get hired and then certified? I do not know much about this, please help. 1 answer - Asked By: marcus K - 3/1/2011

	Is my workplace haunted or is my mind playing games with me? I'm a Security Officer in the state of Texas and I usually work the graveyard shift. My shift begins at 11pm and ends at 7am. I'm currently working in a state facility and it's a pretty cool site. I'm alone at work; like most Security Guards. I've been working at that site for 4 months or a little more and I never had any problems there. Last night I was doing my third round (in complete darkness only using my flashlight as my light source) patrolling inside the old, historical main building and I saw a man enter a room at the end of the hallway. I hurried to see who it was and tried to open the door he opened; it was locked. I have the keys to the entire site so I used one to open that door and when I did, all I saw was cleaning equipment. That room turned out to be a janitor's closet and no one was inside! I clearly saw someone go in that room. I honestly got scared and decided to leave the building. As I was walking in the dark hallway towards the exit, I felt like someone was right behind me but I didn't bother to look back. Could this be real or just my imagination? 2 answers - Asked By: Abraham - 11/21/2012

	How to manage the duality of the correctional officer role: Security and rehabilitation? Is it possible? The impact of working in a correctional facility. 1 answer - Asked By: Ten D - 3/29/2011

	I'm in the hiring process with Wackenhut Nuclear Security. Is this a good job? I am in the process of hiring for Armed Nuclear Security Officer with Wackenhut but I have not been offered the job yet. However, I don't know a whole lot about the job itself or what the officers do. I have also worked as an armed security officer with wackenhut before but not the nuclear division and it was not what i expected. Can anyone tell me about the job that has worked there or is currently employed. Thank You. 2 answers - Asked By: - 9/27/2010

	What job in the air force would be best for me? Hey I'm a 17 year old girl, I want to enlist in the air force for four years right after high school then become a police officer of fbi agent, which job in the air force should i go after? Also how does the schooling work while your enlisted, do you go to school while on active duty or what? And what should i major in for my associates and bachelors? 5 answers - Asked By: A - 3/7/2012

	Is it safe to work as a nurse in a correctional facility? I've been offered a job there, but those two words make me a little fearful. sorry. 6 answers - Asked By: Booyah! - 1/20/2011

	How difficult is it to receive a security clearance to work in the Foreign Service? I am interested in working in the Foreign Service as a Foreign Service Officer. 2 answers - Asked By: Nes Fan - 4/9/2009

	What are the jobs within the raitng of MST in the Coast Guard? I am having trouble finding any information on specific areas of work such as PI of OI. Can someone please give specific job areas within the MST rating. 1 answer - Asked By: bug2luvu - 10/14/2009

	Requirements for becoming a bank security guard in California? I'm going to be 18 in a few months and I need to start looking for a job. I figured this is something I could do for a while. I understand that you have to have a license in order to become a security guard. Could anyone give me info on how difficult it is to obtain a license and how much the job pays? 2 answers - Asked By: Ronnie - 6/27/2011

	What kind of jobs can you get with an Associate of Art's degree? I've completed my Associate of Art's degree, and plan on continuing on with my bachelors degree ...but what sort of jobs can I get with just the AA as of now? 1 answer - Asked By: SaraBee - 4/21/2009

	What can I do with a bachelors degree in criminal justice? I am a very small woman (about 120 lbs) and I LOVE learning about crime but I do not want to be a police officer or security guard because I would not feel safe. What kind of jobs can I get with this degree that I won't have to do too much physical stuff? 5 answers - Asked By: SBPREZ009 - 4/21/2010

	What are the different positions in the US Army Military police? I heard there are MPs that have the job as a civilian police officer and MPs that can be deployed to firght in wars or what ever they do. Are there positions where you can guard basses or important things? Answers appreciated. 2 answers - Asked By: Bill - 6/22/2009

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