Job Description

Executive Protection Agent – 3-5 years of Experience Required

Job Details:
$145,000 minimum annual compensation
Location - Bel Air, CA
Schedule – 4 days on, 3 days off/ 3 days on, 4 days off - 12 hour work days
Job type - Non-Exempt from overtime

Job Summary:
This is an unarmed position for an Executive Protection Agent in or around Bel Air, CA. Candidates should be experienced in domestic/international travel, have multiple coverage experience, and advance experience. Comfortable in fast paced environment. Comfortable in social settings with high profile public figures. In addition to protective duties, the Agent may be expected to assist with or take responsibility for the care and management of the client's dog. This may include exercising, feeding, or reinforcing obedience as needed. The role requires the ability to safely and confidently interact with a reactive or highly protective dog, maintaining control and composure at all times. Ideal candidates will have prior K9 handling and/or military working dog handler experience. 

Job description:
The Executive Protection Agent is tasked with numerous functions, this detail operates in a dynamic and multi-faceted environment. Below are just some of the functions and responsibilities:

• Ensure the overall safety and security of designated Principals
• 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
• Maintain confidence and composure when interacting with high-drive animals
• Safely manage dogs with aggressive or protective temperaments
• Ensure the safety of the client, staff, and others around the animal
• 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
• Multiple coverage experience
• Travel when required, both domestic and international
• Provide close protection to Principals at various venues, events, business meetings, personal trips, etc.
• 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

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 certified for Adults, Children, and Infanta

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Certification from a recognized EP school
  
• Police K9 Handler or Military Working Dog Handler experience
• Graduation from a certified driving school is also preferrable
• Military or Law enforcement experience is 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 relevant EP experience
• Must possess a good understanding of the latest technology in use of smartphones, communications/tracking apps, and collaboration apps
• Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment and as a solo practitioner
• Excellent communicator with the ability to professionally and successfully converse with clients, superiors, peers, and vendors

Physical Requirements:

• 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
• Being able to conduct regular exercise, feeding, and basic obedience reinforcement of client's dog

Salary and Benefits

• $145,000 minimum annual compensation
• 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

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Shift work, Night shift,

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