Residential Protection Supervisor

Safehouse Security Solutions & Transport•Los Angeles, CA

26d•$30 - $35

About The Position

The Residential Protection Supervisor oversees a mix of mostly residential security (RST) and executive protection (EP) operations for a high-profile client. The Supervisor manages security personnel and helps ensure the client’s safety, privacy, and continuity of daily life through proactive threat mitigation and coordinated protective services. Applicants must have a valid Guard Card and prior RST/EP supervisor experience. The role includes supervising assigned officers and guards, conducting residential security assessments, planning protective operations and travel, maintaining procedures and emergency plans, and responding to incidents. The Supervisor also coordinates with client household staff, property management, law enforcement, emergency services, and external security partners. The position requires strict confidentiality and flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Pay ranges from $30–$35 based on experience, performance, and tenure.

Requirements

Valid California Guard Card.
Keep all required licenses and training current for oneself and the team.
First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
Valid California driver license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience supervising or managing security officers or guards; the posting specifically requires prior RST/EP supervisor experience.
Experience in close protection, residential security assessments, and risk assessment in high-stakes environments.
Skill in surveillance, situational awareness, attention to detail, and threat analysis.
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and coordination skills.
Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment, adapt to dynamic situations, and remain calm under pressure.
Physical fitness and ability to respond quickly to situations.
Proficiency in detailed documentation and report writing.
Availability for flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Strong customer service skills and ability to interact professionally with clients, staff, and the public.
Excellent attendance and punctuality for all shifts.
Agreement to a background check.
Agreement to a drug test.

Nice To Haves

Additional training in security or law enforcement.
Experience developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures.
Experience coordinating advance work, site surveys, and threat assessments.
Prior executive protection experience for high-profile or celebrity clients.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for the security team, communicating clearly and discreetly.
Manage assigned security officers’ and guards’ daily activities to ensure consistent, professional, and effective coverage.
Conduct residential security assessments, vulnerability evaluations, and routine property inspections.
Establish and enforce access control procedures, including guest screening, household staff coordination, and vendor management.
Plan and coordinate protective operations for daily movements, public appearances, events, and travel.
Conduct advance work, site surveys, and threat assessments for locations, venues, and routes.
Coordinate secure transportation, route planning, and movement logistics for domestic and international travel.
Develop, implement, and update Standard Operating Procedures and Emergency Response Plans as threats, public exposure, or routines evolve.
Ensure adherence to company policies, SOPs, Emergency Response Plans, and confidentiality standards.
Train, mentor, and brief security personnel to maintain readiness and alignment with client needs.
Monitor team conduct, appearance, and professionalism against company policy.
Enforce security policies and procedures, including addressing attire and conduct.
Oversee surveillance systems, including cameras and alarms, and review footage as needed.
Respond to and manage incidents, emergencies, and crisis situations, providing leadership and decisive action.
Complete incident reports, daily activity logs, and post-operation debriefs; review and address reports from every shift.
Manage work email and respond in a timely manner.
Coordinate with local law enforcement, emergency services, and external security partners as needed.
Ensure security equipment, vehicles, and communication systems are operational and properly maintained.
Keep the security post clean and up to date, and communicate items needing attention to property management.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client information, locations, and personal activities.