Executive Protection Agent

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Keelson Strategic

Executive Protection Agent

San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Details:
    $145,000 minimum annual compensation
    Travel in – can live anywhere in the US
    Job Type - full-time

    Job Summary:
    The Executive Protection Agent is tasked with numerous functions, providing overall support to a protective security detail in the San Francisco, CA area. This detail operates in a dynamic, multi-faceted, and fast-paced environment. This unarmed role requires candidates to serve interchangeably as an EP agent and driver, with both domestic and international travel. Candidates must be comfortable in social settings with high-profile public figures and capable of planning and executing site assessments and advancements, adjusting quickly to changing circumstances. Extensive prior travel experience as a primary EP agent is required to succeed in this role and is a key indicator of an ideal candidate.

    Duties :

    • Ensure the overall safety and security of designated Principals and their property

    • Monitoring of multiple security systems to include alarms and cameras, and competence to identify and properly act on security risks

    • Controlling access to properties and maintenance of security logs for guests, service personnel, and vendors

    • Required to drive Principals to various personal/business venues and/or additional off-site assignments

    • Demonstrate proficiency in use and proper maintenance for all equipment used in support of the protective operations program (i.e. vehicles, medical supplies, communications devices, etc.)

    • Must maintain an acceptable professional appearance

    • Must be able to communicate with the Principal's, staff, coworkers, and other third party vendors utilizing a customer service approach

    • Capable of adapting to various tasks that would be assigned outside of traditional security operations/roles

    • Ability to interact with children

    • Capable of on-the-spot critical thinking and improvisation

    • STRONG emotional intelligence and self-awareness

    • Must be comfortable in a variety of social settings, with ability to socially engineer desired outcomes

    • Must be willing to submit to pre-employment, post-accident and random drug testing as determined by management

    • Working shifts that can include days/nights/weekends/holidays/OT

    • Travel when required, both domestic and international

    • Provide close protection to Principals at various venues, events, business meetings, personal trips, etc.

    • Performing a variety of tasks around the Principal's property as required

    • Agents must maintain a positive attitude through a wide variety of situations, as well as, must conduct themselves in a manner which contribute to a positive and professional work environment

    • Conduct advance work for routes, venues, and travel trips

    • Agents must have proficient writing skills to complete detailed reports

    • Coordinate with Principal's staff and outside personnel, to facilitate seamless operations for our Principals

    • Maintain physical fitness to stand on your feet for several hours without a break, provide protective coverage during physically taxing activities including running, swimming, hiking, as well as maintain long schedules in the field.

    • Capable of responsibly engaging to an active threat against the Principal

    • Agent must be proficient in defensive tactics, in order to deescalate, or actively engage in potential threats against the Principals

    • Submitting expense receipts

    • Clocking in/out for work shifts

    Licensing Requirements:

    • CA BSIS Security Guard license

    • A Valid United States Driver's License

    • Current Passport with more than six months expiration

    • CPR/First Aid/AED certification for Adults, Children, and Infants

    Preferred Education and Experience:

    • Associates or bachelor's degree or certification from a recognized EP school (this can be supplemented with 2+ years of relevant industry experience)

    • Graduation from a certified driving school is also preferrable, but this too can be supplemented based on experience

    • Military or Law enforcement experience is a plus

    • Proficient in the use of social media collection tools in support of protective intelligence

    • Prior RST experience a plus

    • Training in defensive tactics, counter surveillance/surveillance detection, and covert protection experience

    • Active First Responder, Paramedic or EMT certifications a plus

    • Regularly active in outdoor activities such as mountain biking, hiking, ocean sports, etc.

    • California CCW permit is a plus

    Required Skills and Experience:

    • 3-5 years of executive protection experience

    • Multi-year domestic and international travel experience to various locations for extended amounts of time

    • Must possess a good understanding of the latest technology in security camera systems, use of smartphones, communications, and collaboration apps

    • Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment

    • Excellent communicator with the ability to professionally and successfully converse with clients, superiors, peers, and vendors

    • Drug free; must pass a drug screening and submit to periodic screenings throughout employment

    • Specific training related to this specific detail will be provided upon hire

    Physical Requirements:

    • Ability to patrol the property and access areas quickly

    • Physically able to capture and detain individuals if necessary

    • Prolonged periods sitting of 5+ hours at a desk and monitoring surveillance equipment

    • Prolonged periods of standing on your feet without a break 4-5+ hours

    • Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time

    • Must be able to lift, drag a human up to 200lbs or more, if necessary

    • Must be able to bend, twist, stoop, crawl

    • Being able to respond to physical attacks, natural disasters, evacuations

    • Perform physical activities such as hiking, biking, swimming

    Salary and Benefits:

    • $145,000 minimum annual compensation

    • Travel in - can live anywhere in the US

    • 16 - hour shifts, guaranteed overtime pay in accordance with CA state law and Federal law

    • Paid sick leave

    • PTO

    • Holiday Pay

    • 401(k)

    • Medical insurance - We pay 100% of employee medical plan, and provide a $150 credit for up to 4 family members

    • Dental insurance

    • Vision insurance

    • Long Term Disability

    • Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance

    • Supplemental Life Insurance

    Employment with Keelson is at-will, meaning that you or Keelson may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.

    Keelson Strategic is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

    Keelson Strategic is licensed in the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services.
    Private Patrol Operator # 120989