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Gavin de Becker & Associates

Executive Protection Field Specialist - Prior Law Enforcement Preferred

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What they do

A Surveillance Officer or Investigator uses surveillance tools and techniques to investigate a case for a private client. May follow an individual or watch a home or office site and use cameras, binoculars or GPS technology for surveillance

$55,455 / year median in California

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Executive Protection Field Specialist - Prior Law Enforcement Preferred Gavin de Becker & Associates - 4.0 Fremont, CA Job Details Full-time $185,000 - $225,000 a year 9 days ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan
Qualifications Swimming Driving Full Job Description GDBA's Mission:
The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients This is a full-time hourly position with first-year earnings ranging from $185,000 to $225,000. To learn more about earnings, promotions, benefits, and more - visit GDBA.com/careers Your Role as a
Protector:
Threat and risk assessment: Continuously evaluating potential threats and vulnerabilities to develop mitigation strategies.
Advance planning:
Conducting reconnaissance of locations, planning secure travel routes, and preparing emergency plans before the client arrives.
Close protection:
Providing a physical security presence and immediate defense for the client during travel and events.
Crisis management:
Making rapid, decisive actions during emergencies, including medical incidents, security breaches, or hostile situations.
Secure transportation:
Arranging and providing secure transport, which includes defensive and evasive driving
Liaison:
Coordinating with law enforcement, local authorities, and venue staff to ensure a seamless and secure operation.
Surveillance:
Performing surveillance detection and counter-surveillance to identify and deter threats.
Residential protection:
Monitor the property through command center technology, screening visitors and vendors, and controlling all access points to the protected site.
Who You Are:
GDBA's ideal candidate for a this position possesses one or more of the following: 10+ years working in a full-time certified law enforcement officer position(s). Federal, State, and Local level officers are all encouraged to apply. HR-218 (LEOSA) or CA CCW eligibility is ideal. 10+ years of experience conducting close protection/executive protection operations for high-net-worth clients/at-risk clients. Experience working in one of or a combination of the following environments is preferred: Residential, Corporate, Technology, or Military/Law Enforcement Protective Services Details (PSD). 10+ years of Special Operations (SOF) military experience - All Branches Welcome to Apply. Unique experiences such as CIA Global Response Staff (GRS) are also highly desirable.
Hiring Process Requirements:
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
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person