Executive Protection Driver - Prior Law Enforcement Preferred

Gavin de Becker & AssociatesPalo Alto, CA
$185,000 - $225,000Onsite

About The Position

GDBA is seeking an Executive Protection Driver to ensure the safety, privacy, and wellbeing of their clients. This full-time hourly position involves arranging and providing secure transportation, including defensive and evasive driving techniques. The role requires continuous threat and risk assessment, advance planning for travel routes and emergency scenarios, and providing close protection. Responsibilities also include crisis management, liaison with law enforcement and local authorities, surveillance detection, and residential protection through command center monitoring and access control.

Requirements

  • 10+ years working in a full-time certified law enforcement officer position(s). Federal, State, and Local level officers are all encouraged to apply.
  • HR-218 (LEOSA) or CA CCW eligibility is ideal.
  • 10+ years of experience conducting close protection/executive protection operations for high-net-worth clients/at-risk clients.
  • Experience working in one of or a combination of the following environments is preferred: Residential, Corporate, Technology, or Military/Law Enforcement Protective Services Details (PSD).
  • 10+ years of Special Operations (SOF) military experience – All Branches Welcome to Apply.
  • Unique experiences such as CIA Global Response Staff (GRS) are also highly desirable.
  • 12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy in San Antonio, TX
  • Be able to pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run)
  • Must be able to swim
  • Must be drug and nicotine free
  • Background check required
  • Must be able to obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing

Responsibilities

  • Arranging and providing secure transport, which includes defensive and evasive driving
  • Continuously evaluating potential threats and vulnerabilities to develop mitigation strategies
  • Conducting reconnaissance of locations, planning secure travel routes, and preparing emergency plans before the client arrives
  • Providing a physical security presence and immediate defense for the client during travel and events
  • Making rapid, decisive actions during emergencies, including medical incidents, security breaches, or hostile situations
  • Coordinating with law enforcement, local authorities, and venue staff to ensure a seamless and secure operation
  • Performing surveillance detection and counter-surveillance to identify and deter threats
  • Monitor the property through command center technology, screening visitors and vendors, and controlling all access points to the protected site

Benefits

  • First-year earnings ranging from $185,000 to $225,000
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