Security Specialist - Fitness Professionals and Athletes Encouraged to Apply
About The Position
Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects influential and at-risk public figures. The company’s mission is the safety, privacy, and wellbeing of its clients. Security Specialists serve as Protectors, using physical readiness, mental discipline, and precise decision-making to help assess, prevent, and manage threats to human life. The role includes work at protected properties and client homes, as well as travel and secure transportation when needed. Newly hired Los Angeles Protectors are stated to earn at least $85,000 in base earnings during their first year. First-year earnings may reach $105,000 based on prior relevant experience, performance at the GDBA Training Academy, and promotion opportunities. The role requires completing a 12-day introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, Texas.
Requirements
- Pass a physical readiness test consisting of pull-ups, push-ups, sit-ups, and an 800-meter run.
- Be able to swim.
- Be free of drugs and nicotine.
- 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
- Relevant prior experience may contribute to first-year earnings and promotion opportunities.
- The posting encourages applications from collegiate or professional athletes; certified personal trainers; military fitness trainers; bodybuilders; Pilates or yoga instructors; Olympic powerlifters; and HYROX or CrossFit athletes.
- Examples of relevant personal-training certifications listed are NASM, ACE, ISSA, NCSF, and ACSM.
- Examples of military fitness credentials listed are Master Fitness Trainer (Army, Navy, or Air Force) and Force Fitness Instructor (Marine Corps).
- Examples of bodybuilding organizations listed are NPC, OCB, NFF, and IFBB.
Responsibilities
- Monitor property using tools and technology from 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 during travel.
- Provide secure transportation as needed.
- Survey and prepare locations before a client’s arrival.
- Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity.
- Maintain readiness to respond to 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 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
