Executive Protection Specialist

Gavin de Becker & Associates • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects influential and at-risk public figures. The firm’s Protectors, Analysts, and Investigators work to protect human life through the assessment, prediction, and management of violence. GDBA’s mission is the safety, privacy, and wellbeing of its clients.

Protectors in San Francisco monitor properties and manage site access, coordinate and execute security plans, and provide physical protection and logistical support at clients’ homes and during travel. They may provide secure transportation, survey and prepare locations before a client arrives, document suspicious activity, respond to medical emergencies, and maintain readiness to meet threats. The role uses tools and technology from a GDBA Command Center.

Newly hired San Francisco Protectors will earn at least $105,000 in base earnings during their first year. First-year earnings could reach $115,000 based on prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities. Promotion is merit-based, with performance prioritized over seniority. Successful Protectors communicate effectively, are physically fit, are willing to learn, tell the truth, and work well on a team. Military, law enforcement, or executive protection/security experience is meaningful but not required.

Requirements

• Pass a physical readiness test consisting of pull-ups, push-ups, sit-ups, and an 800-meter run.
• Be able to swim.
• Be drug- and nicotine-free.
• Pass a background check.
• Be able to obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing.
• Attend and complete the 12-day Introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, Texas.
• Communicate effectively, be physically fit, be willing to learn, tell the truth, and work well in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Military experience.
• Law enforcement experience.
• Executive protection or security experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor property using the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center.
• Screen visitors and vendors and control access to the protected site.
• Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies.
• Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients’ homes and during travel.
• Provide secure transportation as needed.
• Survey and prepare locations (advance) before a client’s arrival.
• Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity.
• Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat.

Benefits

• Best-in-class 401(k) retirement plan.
• $15,000 employer contribution for first-year Associates.
• $3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter.
• 10% unlimited matching for Associates who choose to contribute to their retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed