Executive Protection Specialist

5w1 month ago

Gavin de Becker & Associates

Denver, US · Full-time · $64,000 – $77,000

About this role

GDBA's mission is ensuring the safety, privacy, and wellbeing of our clients. As an Executive Protection Specialist, you will serve as a key frontline protector in a dynamic security environment.

Your day-to-day involves monitoring property using advanced command center technology and screening all visitors and vendors to control site access. You will coordinate and execute security plans, respond to medical emergencies, and provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and during travel.

You will also provide secure transportation as needed and survey locations ahead of client arrivals to ensure readiness. Detailed documentation of suspicious activity and maintaining constant readiness to meet any threat are core to the role.

New protectors in Colorado earn a first-year base of at least $64,000, with potential up to $77,000 based on experience and performance. The role includes a 12-Day Essential Protector Skills Training Academy in San Antonio, TX, and opportunities for promotion within the firm.

Requirements

Must complete the 12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy in San Antonio, TX
Must be able to pass a physical readiness test including pull-ups, push-ups, sit-ups, and an 800m run
Must be able to swim
Must be drug and nicotine free
Must pass a background check
Must be able to 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

Benefits

First-year base earnings of no less than $64,000, with potential up to $77,000 based on experience and performance
GDBA Training Academy certification and skills development
Opportunities for promotion based on performance and training academy results