Executive Protection Agent

JOB LOCATION: San Francisco, CA Area

POSITION TITLE: Executive Protection Agent / Personal Protection Agent

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: W-2 Employee: Full-Time, & Part-Time Flex Positions Available

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The primary role of this position is to ensure the safety and security of select client family members. Employee will provide high-quality protective services and support while safeguarding the client's assets and reputation. This security professional will operate in high profile domestic and international settings.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform security and physical protection measures for high profile individuals in various environments.
• Conduct security advances and logistical support for events, venues, and travel activities.
• Perform protective planning and threat vulnerability assessments.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding any sensitive information on the client, physical protection means, and methods.
• Interact professionally with team members, internal family, house staff, external individuals, and law enforcement officials.
• Deescalate tense situations that arise at the client's residence, schools, or temporary venues.
• Understand the client’s risks, including media, business and personal travel, domestic and foreign operations.
• Participate in event planning to ensure access control, asset protection, confidentiality, and other security matters are identified through a written plan accepted by the client.
• Secure public locations before client attended events.
• Escort the client in public settings and maintain constant situational awareness and control.
• Provide Security Driving for the client and select family members.
• Follow company and client-directed SOPs.

DESIRED PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Professional demeanor in appearance, interpersonal relations, work ethic, and attitude.
• Excellent communication skills, including fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Ability to communicate complex processes clearly and concisely.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Takes responsibility and ownership for assigned and self-initiated tasks.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure resources are spent on the highest priorities and proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment where changing directions happen frequently.
• Foundational understanding of corporate security and global security operations.
• Rapid and effective decision-making during unusual events or emergencies.
• High levels of discretion and confidentiality.
• Impeccable ability to maintain a professional relationship with the client.

COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE:

• Required – Google Suite, MS Office proficient, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Have an operational understanding of today's technology across all platforms.
• Ability to make rapid notifications via common communication tools.

MINIMUM & DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four (4) years or greater experience in relevant training and qualifications.
• Military experience a plus.
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred, although equivalent/relevant experience can substitute for educational requirements.
• Ability to pass a standard background check and drug screening.
• Must possess a valid US passport during entire tenure of employment.
• Must possess a US state issued valid driver’s license during entire tenure of employment.
• Must possess unrestricted US work authorization.
• Formal personal protection training, including driver training and medical training.
• Current CA BSIS Guard Card with concealed carry qualifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Constant: Sitting, Standing, Seeing, Listening, Speaking
• Periodic: Physical Training, Range Training, Specialized Training
• Ability to climb stairs and walking inclines/declines and on uneven terrain.
• May be in situations where swimming is required.
• 24/7 availability to the client.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work typically performed as mobile team member, driving, or a passenger in vehicle to venues, shopping, school, events.
• Ability to handle long shift hours mentally and physically.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay (based on experience, qualifications, and job requirements)
• Overtime and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance benefits
• Specialized initial, in-service, and advanced company training with Progressive FORCE Concepts and PFC Safeguards
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Paid Time Off, Vacation, and Sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program (for unforeseen life events and hardships)
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth