Security Specialist - Santa Barbara CA

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Santa Barbara (CA)

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USD 90,000 - 110,000

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Job summary

Gavin De Becker offers a Protector position in Santa Barbara, CA. Monitor properties and control access, coordinate security plans, respond to emergencies, and provide protective services for clients at homes or during travel.

The role requires completion of EPS training, physical readiness tests, and licensing requirements; veterans and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply. Expect competitive earnings with room for advancement.

Qualifications

  • Minimum education: High School/GED.
  • Background check required; state firearm and security licensing may be necessary.
  • 12-Day Introductory EPS Training Academy in San Antonio, TX; pass physical readiness tests; must be able to swim; drug and nicotine free.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor property using 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 during travel.
  • Provide secure transportation as needed.
  • Survey and prepare locations prior to client arrival.
  • Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity.
  • Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat.

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.

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

A newly hired Protector in Santa Barbara will earn no less than $90,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Santa Barbara-based Protectors could earn up to $110,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.

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

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
Auto req ID

482930BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
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
City

Santa Barbara

State

California

Job_Category

Business Officer

Job Code

Security Staff

Affiliate Sponsor

Gavin De Becker

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