Security Officer

This is routine work safeguarding major City buildings, equipment, facilities or other property against unauthorized entry, loss or damage from theft, fire, adverse weather conditions, vandalism, or other causes; and includes enforcing City rules or regulations at a building or area where people congregate.

Salary: $17.81 – 24.23 Hourly

Close Date: 03-27-2026 (11:59 PM)

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class "D" Security License.

• Have some experience in security work.

• Have some skill in the operation of a computer.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

• Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.

• Are able to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to prepare and maintain routine records and reports.

• Are able to detect possible improper conduct and take appropriate action to correct or report the condition.

• Are able to acquire detailed knowledge of the buildings and grounds patrolled and of applicable rules and regulations.

• Are able to walk long hours alone, both indoors and out, under varying work and climatic conditions.

• Are able to remain alert on evening and night shifts if assigned.

• Are able to maintain composure under stressful situations.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

The successful candidate must be either a resident of the City of St. Petersburg as of his or her date of employment or establish primary residency within the city limits of St. Petersburg within six months of completing the probationary period. Furthermore, as long as the successful candidate is employed in this classification, he or she must reside within the city limits of St. Petersburg. This requirement is not applicable to current City employees who were hired before October 20, 1997.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.