Executive Protection Specialist - Veterans Preferred

Gavin de Becker & Associates; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan

Training Academy

Competitive earnings and employer 401k

Job summary

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects high-profile figures and organizations through vigilant security and expert threat assessment. The Protector role in Atlanta offers base earnings not less than $70,000 with potential to reach $81,000 in the first year for experienced candidates, plus opportunities for advancement and specialized training at the GDBA Training Academy.

Responsibilities include monitoring sites, screening access, coordinating security plans, and providing protective

Qualifications

• Military-experienced candidates encouraged to apply.
• Must 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 obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center
• Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected site
• Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies
• Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel
• Provide secure transportation as needed
• Survey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client
• Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity
• Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Discipline

Willingness to learn

Job description

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world’s most influential and at-risk public figures. Founded in 1978 by 3-time Presidential appointee, Gavin de Becker, our firm’s Protectors, Analysts, and Investigators are committed to our mission of protecting human life through the assessment, prediction, and management of violence.

GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients

A newly hired Protector in Atlanta will earn no less than $70,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Atlanta-based Protectors could earn up to $81,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.

Your Role As a Protector

• Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center
• Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected site
• Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies
• Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel
• Provide secure transportation as needed
• Survey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client
• Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity
• Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat

Who You Are

Veterans represent over 60% of GDBA’s workforce – Military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. Active National Guard or Reservists: GDBA is willing and able to accommodate your drill schedules and activations. Active-duty service members are encouraged to apply within 90 days (about 3 months) of your ETS date and can attend our Essential Protector Skills Academy (EPS) while on Terminal Leave.

Our most successful Protectors come from a variety of backgrounds and have succeeded because they communicate effectively, are physically fit, willing to learn, tell the truth, and enjoy working in a team environment. Our promotion system is merit-based. Performance matters most, not seniority.

Hiring Process Requirements

• 12-Day Introductory 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

Best in Class 401k Retirement Plan

• $15,000 employer contribution for First-Year Associates
• $3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter
• 10% no-limit matching for all Associates who choose to contribute to their retirement plan

To learn more about earnings, promotions, benefits, and more – visit GDBA.com/careers