Executive Protection Agent

Keelson Strategic•Los Angeles, CA

10d•$145,000•Onsite

About The Position

This is an unarmed Executive Protection Agent position based in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting a single primary client on a small, tenured embedded EP team. Candidates must demonstrate strong domestic and international travel experience, multi-agent coverage capabilities, and proven advance work skills. Applicants should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and in social settings involving high-profile public figures. Prior exposure to corporate environments is strongly preferred. To ensure the ability to respond swiftly and effectively, candidates must pass a rigorous physical fitness test prior to employment; this requirement is non-negotiable. We are looking for mature professionals with several years of travel-focused and team-based EP experience. Candidates must also be comfortable participating in a multi-step recruitment process, including several interviews and client meet-and-greet sessions where professionalism and character will be thoroughly evaluated.

Requirements

CA BSIS Security Guard license
A Valid United States Driver’s License
Current Passport with more than six months expiration
CPR/First Aid/AED certified for Adults, Children, and Infants
3-5 years of relevant EP experience
Must possess a good understanding of the latest technology in use of smartphones, communications/tracking apps, and collaboration apps
Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment and as a solo practitioner
Excellent communicator with the ability to professionally and successfully converse with clients, superiors, peers, and vendors
Physically able to capture and detain individuals if necessary
Prolonged periods sitting of 5+ hours at a desk and monitoring surveillance equipment
Prolonged periods of standing on your feet without a break 4-5+ hours
Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time
Must be able to lift, drag a human up to 200lbs or more, if necessary
Must be able to bend, twist, stoop, crawl
Being able to respond to physical attacks, natural disasters, evacuations
Offer contingent upon passing a physical fitness test

Nice To Haves

Certification from a recognized EP school
Graduation from a certified driving school is also preferrable
Military or Law enforcement experience is a plus
Training in defensive tactics, counter surveillance/surveillance detection, and covert protection experience
Active First Responder, Paramedic or EMT certifications a plus
Regularly active in outdoor activities such as mountain biking, hiking, ocean sports, etc.

Responsibilities

Ensure the overall safety and security of designated Principals.
Required to drive Principals to various personal/business venues and/or additional off-site assignments.
Demonstrate proficiency in use and proper maintenance for all equipment used in support of the protective operations program (i.e. vehicles, medical supplies, communications devices, etc.).
Must maintain an acceptable professional appearance.
Must be able to communicate with the Principal’s, staff, coworkers, and other third party vendors utilizing a customer service approach.
Capable of adapting to various tasks that would be assigned outside of traditional security operations/roles.
Ability to interact with children.
Capable of on-the-spot critical thinking and improvisation.
STRONG emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Must be comfortable in a variety of social settings, with ability to socially engineer desired outcomes.
Must be willing to submit to pre-employment, post-accident and random drug testing as determined by management.
Working shifts that can include days/nights/weekends/holidays/OT.
Multiple coverage experience.
Travel when required, both domestic and international.
Provide close protection to Principals at various venues, events, business meetings, personal trips, etc.
Agents must maintain a positive attitude through a wide variety of situations, as well as, must conduct themselves in a manner which contribute to a positive and professional work environment.
Conduct advance work for routes, venues, and travel trips.
Agents must have proficient writing skills to complete detailed reports.
Coordinate with Principal’s staff and outside personnel, to facilitate seamless operations for our Principals.
Maintain physical fitness to stand on your feet for several hours without a break, provide protective coverage during physically taxing activities including running, swimming, hiking, as well as maintain long schedules in the field.
Capable of responsibly engaging to an active threat against the Principal.
Agent must be proficient in defensive tactics, in order to deescalate, or actively engage in potential threats against the Principals.

Benefits

Paid sick leave
Paid time off (PTO) accrual
Holiday pay for select holidays you work (6)
Company 401(k) with employer match
Flexible insurance plans - Medical, dental and vision
100% of employee premium paid for by Keelson (plan upgradable for additional employee paid premium)
Generous employer contribution per family member (up to 4 family members) to help lower employee contributions for dependents that join the plan
Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Short Term Disability
Critical Accident/Illness coverage