William Crisler
William Crisler

joined the Mississippi Job Corps Center team in 2004 and serves as the Security and Protective Services instructor. Prior to joining the Job Corps team, William served 20 years in the United States Army and 10 years as a police officer. His expertise helps him to mentor and encourage students, which is his favorite part of the job.

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Security and Protective Services

Security and Protective Services

On the job, you will ...

  • Protect and enforce rules on the property 

  • Deter criminal activity 

  • Monitor alarms or surveillance cameras 

  • Conduct security checks at assigned patrol area 

Some of the career options you will have ...

Security and Protective Services graduates often go on to work for private security companies that contract with businesses requiring secure facilities. Security personnel provide surveillance around the clock by working in eight-hour shifts or longer with rotating schedules. This job often requires working nights and weekends, with part-time and full-time opportunities. 

Students should also consider pursuing Advanced Security and Protective Services at Job Corps as part of their career pathway. 

The credentials you will earn ... 

As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages and promotions.  

Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program. 

What you’ll need to start training ...

  • Be at least 18 years old 

  • Have a clean criminal record 

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers) 

  • Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses 

  • Passing scores on all written and performance tests 

  • Meet academic (math and reading) requirements 

  • Compliance with state requirements that may involve a criminal background check, and completion of a training program meeting federal content requirements 

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Homeland Security
Security and Protective Services
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52,853
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Homeland Security

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Security and Protective Services professionals protect and enforce rules at secure facilities.

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35,173
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27,664
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