Security Officer Test

When looking to fill a security officer position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A security officer skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a security officer skills test?

    A security officer skills test assesses which candidates in an applicant pool have the skills and attributes needed to be a successful security officer. Employers use the test in the early stages of the recruitment process to determine which applicants are the best based on their skill set.

    The test comprises a series of timed multiple-choice and scenario-based questions that assess the core skills needed in the role.

    Candidates that perform well on the assessment can be progressed to the later stage of the recruitment process, ensuring that as a recruiter, you focus your efforts on the best candidates for the role. Using the security officer skills test in this way enables you to make successful and bias-free hiring decisions.

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  1. What is a security officer skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the security officer skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures security officer skills
  4. Security Officer Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the security officer skills test for pre-screening?

    Security officers can work in any organization. Their primary aim is to keep the building and its occupants safe. The role carries great responsibility, and those in the role of a security officer must have a core set of skills to be effective.

    Skills such as adaptability, teamwork and interpersonal skills are essential for this role, along with strong attention to detail. These skills are often challenging to evaluate from a CV alone. Applicants may state they have the skills needed, but as a recruiter, you want to have the means to verify these skills in practice to ensure you hire the right people.

    The security officer skills test overcomes this hurdle by providing you with a means to evaluate individuals on the specific skills needed to be a security officer and an individual’s proficiency in these skills.

    Individuals who perform well in the test can adapt quickly to situations and use their communication skills to work effectively with others. These candidates can be progressed to the later stages of the recruitment process. Candidates whose test results fall below the required benchmark can be eliminated from the process.

    Using the security officer skills test ensures you make objective decisions based on individual skill set data. This cost-effective approach means that the later, more time and money-intensive selection stages are focused on only those with the necessary skill set.

    As the skills needed to be a security officer are shared by many other similar roles, the security officer test can be used to recruit for several different positions:

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How our test measures security officer skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a security officer were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our security officer test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Predictor of job success

Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Security Officer Test FAQs

What should I look for when hiring a security officer?

When hiring security officers, there is a specific set of skills and attributes that, as a recruiter, you should evaluate your applicants against. These include adaptability, attention to detail, and communication skills. Other skills to assess include teamwork and interpersonal skills. These skills enable security officers to carry out their roles effectively and safely.

What types of questions are on this test?

The security officer skills test is comprised of multiple-choice and scenario-based questions. The scenarios used in the assessment are situations that individuals may encounter when working in the role of a security officer. These questions are designed to evaluate whether individuals have the skills and attributes required to be security officers.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA
Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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