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Keelson Strategic lists this Executive Protection Agent opportunity in orange, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Executive Protection Agent
This is an unarmed Executive Protection Agent position based in Orange County, CA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting a single primary client on an embedded EP team. Candidates must demonstrate strong domestic and international travel experience, multi-agent coverage capabilities, and proven advance work skills. Applicants should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and in social settings involving high-profile public figures.
We are looking for mature professionals with several years of prior military experience, in combination with team-based EP experience. Candidates must also be comfortable participating in a multi-step recruitment process, including several interviews and client meet-and-greet sessions where professionalism and character will be thoroughly evaluated.
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
Ability to interact with children
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
Position Certificates and Licenses:
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
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:
Ability to:
Swiftly patrol large properties and quickly access all areas of an assignment.
Stand and walk for prolonged periods, including continuous standing for 4–5 or more hours without a break when operationally required.
Sit for prolonged periods, including 5 or more hours while monitoring surveillance systems or performing security operations.
Run, sprint, or traverse long distances during emergency response situations.
Perform sustained physical activity immediately following a maximum-effort emergency response.
Respond effectively to physical attacks, emergencies, medical incidents, natural disasters, evacuations, and other critical incidents.
Move, crawl, climb, and maneuver through structured and unstructured environments, including confined or unpredictable spaces.
Bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required to perform essential job functions.
Lift and carry equipment or other objects weighing at least 50 pounds.
Safely wear, carry, and operate required duty gear and equipment throughout an assigned shift.
Physically control, capture, restrain, detain, lift, or drag individuals weighing 200 pounds or more when required.
Perform assigned duties safely and effectively in diverse environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, high humidity, inclement weather, and aquatic or coastal environments.
Salary and Benefits:
$145,000 minimum annual compensation
Work Schedule - 2 weeks on/2 weeks off, 12-hour workdays
Paid sick leave
Paid time off (PTO) accrual
Holiday pay for select holidays you work (6)
Company 401(k) with employer match
Flexible insurance plans - Medical, dental and vision
100% of employee premium paid for by Keelson (plan upgradable for additional employee paid premium)
Generous employer contribution per family member (up to 4 family members) to help lower employee contributions for dependents that join the plan
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Short Term Disability
Critical Accident/Illness coverage
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 #
Worksite address
orange, CA, 92613, US
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