All protective service supervisors not listed separately above.
First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other
SOC: 33-1099 O*NET: 33-1099.00
Median Salary
$74,960
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 1.6%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.1
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All protective service supervisors not listed separately above.
What does a First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$40,750
10th percentile
Early Career
$51,860
25th percentile
Median
$74,960
50th percentile
Experienced
$90,600
75th percentile
Top Earners
$102,360
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$40,750
25th
$51,860
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$74,960
Mean: $73,320
75th
$90,600
90th
$102,360
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $61,610 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $51,860 and $90,600
- •Salary spread is 51.7% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 20,460 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:21,500
Top Industries
Other Support Services7.8%
Other Amusement and Recreation Industries5.5%
Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers4%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+1.6%
Annual Openings:2,100
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)21,500
Current
2034 (Projected)21,800
+1.6%
+300
Employment Change
+1.6%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
California
2,130 jobs$88,1300.89x
New York
1,740 jobs$92,1601.37x
Texas
1,700 jobs$67,3600.93x
Florida
1,350 jobs$77,2701.04x
New Jersey
990 jobs$52,0001.76x
Pennsylvania
920 jobs$67,2901.15x
Washington
830 jobs$79,1501.77x
Colorado
770 jobs$64,1802.01x
Virginia
650 jobs$72,8401.20x
North Carolina
610 jobs$55,9600.94x
Georgia
560 jobs$76,6100.87x
Maryland
530 jobs$51,9901.45x
Michigan
470 jobs$78,2900.81x
Nevada
440 jobs$78,2302.15x
Illinois
410 jobs$88,4200.51x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
Standard growth expectations for this occupation
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Trade Colleges That Train for First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other
Top trade colleges by completions in fields that prepare students for this career.
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN
994 program completions/year
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA
954 program completions/year
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH
791 program completions/year
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
660 program completions/year
Community College of Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD
516 program completions/year
Moreno Valley College
Moreno Valley, CA
488 program completions/year
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL
482 program completions/year
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC
477 program completions/year
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ
441 program completions/year
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA
388 program completions/year
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
366 program completions/year
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA
363 program completions/year
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