Executive Protection Specialist - Atlanta GA
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, with a mission of ensuring clients’ safety, privacy, and wellbeing. Protectors in Atlanta monitor properties using GDBA Command Center tools and technology, control access to protected sites, coordinate and execute security plans, and respond to medical emergencies. The role also includes providing physical protection and logistical support at clients’ homes and during travel, secure transportation as needed, advance work at locations before a client arrives, documenting suspicious activity, and maintaining readiness to meet threats. Newly hired Atlanta Protectors earn at least $70,000 in base earnings during their first year. First-year earnings may reach $81,000 depending on relevant experience, Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities. The hiring process includes a 12-day introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, Texas.
Requirements
- Communicate effectively.
- Be physically fit and able to 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 licenses.
- Complete a 12-day introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, Texas.
Nice To Haves
- Military, law enforcement, executive protection, or security experience is meaningful but not required.
- Willingness to learn.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitor property using GDBA Command Center tools and technology.
- Screen visitors and vendors and control all access to protected sites.
- Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies.
- Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients’ homes and when they travel.
- Provide secure transportation as needed.
- Survey and prepare locations 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 contribute to the retirement plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
