Field Executive Protection Specialist - Women Strongly Encouraged Seattle, WA

Field Executive Protection Specialist - Women Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Seattle, WA

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.

Accepted as a newly hired Protector for this position will earn no less than $90,000 in their first year with GDBA. Seattle-based Protectors could earn up to $115,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.

This is a full-time position with benefits, including:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k).

Desired

Qualifications:

• We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
  Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Military, executive protection, or law enforcement background.

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

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:
  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 :

• 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:

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