Security Specialist - Fitness Professionals and College Athletes Encouraged to Apply

Gavin de Becker & Associates • San Francisco, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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

Protectors in San Francisco monitor properties using GDBA Command Center tools and technology, provide physical protection and logistical support at clients’ homes and during travel, and provide secure transportation as needed. They coordinate and execute security plans, respond to medical emergencies, survey and prepare locations before a client’s arrival, document suspicious activity, and maintain readiness to meet threats. Newly hired San Francisco Protectors earn at least $105,000 in base earnings during their first year. First-year earnings could reach $115,000, depending on prior relevant experience, Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.

Requirements

• Pass the physical readiness test, which includes 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.
• Complete a 12-day introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, Texas.

Nice To Haves

• Athletic or fitness-training experience is encouraged, including collegiate or professional athletics, certified personal training, military fitness training, bodybuilding, Pilates or yoga instruction, Olympic powerlifting, HYROX, or CrossFit.
• Relevant experience may contribute to first-year earnings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor property using tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center.
• Screen visitors and vendors and control access to protected sites.
• Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies.
• Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients’ homes and while they travel.
• Provide secure transportation as needed.
• Survey and prepare locations prior to a client’s arrival.
• Create 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% no-limit matching for associates who choose to contribute to the retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

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