Executive Protection Specialist

Gavin de Becker & Associates (Website)•Fort Lauderdale, FL

11d•$81,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

GDBA's Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients. A newly hired Protector in Fort Lauderdale will earn no less than $81,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Fort Lauderdale-based Protectors could earn up to $100,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities. To learn more about earnings, promotions, benefits, and more – visit GDBA.com/careers.

Requirements

3+ years of experience conducting close protection/executive protection operations for high-net-worth clients/at-risk clients.
5+ years working in a full-time certified law enforcement officer position(s). HR-218 (LEOSA) eligibility is ideal.
3+ years working as a Paramedic (NREMT-P) or Registered Nurse (RN). Equivalent military medical experience is also accepted such as a Corpsman, Combat Medic, and Special Operations Medic experience.
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

Nice To Haves

Experience working in one of or a combination of the following environments is preferred: Residential, Corporate, Technology, or Military/Law Enforcement Protective Security Details (PSD).

Responsibilities

Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center
Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected site
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 (advance) locations prior to arrival of client
Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity
Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat