About this opportunity
Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) lists this Security Specialist opportunity in santa barbara, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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
Earn no less than $77,000 in first year with GDBA; Santa Barbara-based Protectors could earn up to $92,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.
Full-time position with benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k).
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
Military, law enforcement, or experience in executive protection/security is meaningful, though not a requirement to become a GDBA Protector. We’re less interested in what you are than who you are. 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.
Interested Candidates Should Expect the Following
12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy
Professional Leadership Track (PLT) – 2‑year on-the-job executive protection training curriculum that prepares Protectors for future leadership positions at GDBA: PLT includes 500 hours of training, mentoring, instructing, and certification + 4 additional advanced executive protection/leadership training academies
Protectors must be drug and nicotine free
Able to pass a pre-employment background investigation
Must be able to swim
Additional Compensation and Benefits
$2,000 sign-on bonus
Gym, ammunition, and cellphone reimbursements
Exceptional 401(k) with Automatic $3k Employer Contribution and 10% of every Associate-Contributed Dollar Matched by GDBA
Family benefits including family outing fund, active kids fund, and school supplies fund
Free vacations each year for 200 qualified Protectors
Up to $2,500 stipend for CCW Licenses
Up to $1,000 stipend for Special Certifications (EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime)
Visit our Earnings and Benefits Page to learn more about benefits, stipends, additional overtime opportunities, bonuses, travel pay, and more:
Learn more about our organization by visiting our website, following GDBA on social media, or connecting with us on LinkedIn.
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Worksite address
santa barbara, CA, 93190, US
Who can apply
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