Executive Protection Agent - CA

Surefox North America; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Surefox North America is seeking an experienced Full-time Executive Protection Agent in the Bay Area, California. The role entails protecting C-Level executives and their families, coordinating secure transport, and responding to emergencies while adhering to client and Surefox policies.

The position requires a BSIS guard card (or eligibility), a high school diploma, and the ability to pass background checks, with a rotational 4 days on/4 days off schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for employment in the United States.
• Pass extensive background check and drug screening.
• Current BSIS Guard Card or eligible to qualify for guard card.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to relocate or live within driving distance.

Responsibilities

• Provide close protection for C-Level executives and their family.
• Arrange safe and secure vehicle transportation for executives.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents on-site and off-site as required.
• Maintain professional liaison with clients and staff while following SOPs.
• Conduct threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments.
• Operate with a low profile and high attention to detail.

Skills

Emergency response

Interpersonal communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

BSIS Guard Card

High School Diploma

Job description

Hourly Rate: $50.00 - $53.00 Work Schedule: 4 days on / 4 days off

Surefox North America Inc is a veteran owned company that strives to create a diverse and unique culture of trained and talented individuals. We are currently seeking an experienced Full time Executive Protection Agent with high integrity and professionalism who can join our team here in the Bay Area, California. You will be working on uniquely assigned projects under the guidance of your Program Manager for our various Silicon Valley clients. In your day to day role as an Executive Protection Agent, you will assist in acting as a liaison between Surefox and its clients while providing close protection for C-Level executives and their family. You will perform all duties in accordance with client policies and procedures, Surefox policies and procedures, and all state & federal regulations.

Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing safe and secure vehicle transportation for C-Level executives and their family; responding to emergency events as well as medical & non-medical issues; providing physical security, addressing staffing deficiencies, handling client requests in a timely manner, and any other tasks assigned to you by your immediate supervisor/PM. We are looking for someone who has exceptional multitasking skills, pays close attention to detail, and who works independently on assignments. On occasion, this position requires coordination and collaboration with supporting or adjacent teams, agencies, or vendors to ensure clients security requirements are met in a timely and professional manner. The individual selected for this role must be flexible and able to respond to dynamic situations with sound judgment as well as have the ability to perform their duties on a national and international level.

As we encourage veterans and candidates that are currently in the military reserve to apply, we welcome all who share the same passions for protection as we do. We are not offering visa sponsorship for this position at this time.

What you will do:

• Rotational Schedule - 4 days on / 4 days off
• Develop relationships with clients, facilitate collaboration, and have the ability to influence informally across different departments within the team
• Track and report on program performance assurance and compliance requirements within the provided guidelines
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities
• Provide assistance to employees and create a safe and friendly environment for visitors and clients in a professional manner
• Attend project meetings upon request to assess the security implications of proposed changes
• Work independently and adapt to various work-paces while always maintaining a high-level of attentiveness and energy
• Responsible for client and family safety, as well as safeguarding client assets
• Provide safe and secure vehicle transportation to and from designated locations for C-Level executives and their family.
• Watch for unusual activity and respond immediately and safely to emergency situations on-site
• Contact the police or fire department if and when there is an emergency
• Conducts ongoing threat, risk and vulnerability assessments
• Operates motor vehicles in a safe and legal manner
• Conducts protective advance operations
• Maintain up to date knowledge of local emergency services, routes, and points of interest within a given area of responsibility
• Operate in a low profile, low footprint capacity
• Maintain a high level of physical fitness and personal appearance
• Follow Executive Protection Standard Operating Procedures and Guidelines
• Comply with Surefox Policy and Procedures

What is required:

• Rotational Schedule - 4 days on / 4 days off
• Must be eligible for employment within the United States
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old per state licensing guidelines
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check and drug screening
• Must live within driving distance or be willing to relocate
• Must have a current BSIS guard card or eligible to qualify for guard card
• Must have a high school degree or equivalent
• Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• All applicants must be able to pass the Protective Operations Surefox Physical Agility Test (PO SPAT), with or without reasonable accommodation, prior to the scheduled start date
• Please be aware that passing the physical agility test is a requirement for this position
• The PO SPAT is a timed sequence of multiple physical events requiring you to progress along a predetermined path from event to event in a continuous manner until complete
• CPR/First Aid/AED for all ages is required
• Possess a valid and current driver license
• Valid U.S Passport
• A graduate of a reputable executive protection training school Or 5+ years of corporate and high net worth executive protection experience Or 2+ years of security experience in a high threat environment
• Ability to work nights and weekends as required
• Ability to work autonomously, domestically and internationally
• Advanced medical and evasive driving experience
• Have an operational understanding of today’s technology across all platforms
• Strong writing and interpersonal skills

What is desired:

• Security or law enforcement related experience preferred
• Military background is a plus
• Report writing experience preferred
• Experience working with families and children in a high net worth environment
• International experience

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