Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Job Description : Executive Protection Agent (EPA)
Employee Type : Regular Full-Time (RFT)
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Reports to : Deputy Director – Client Protection Team
Function : Operations – Executive Protection
Location(s) : McLean, VA
Position Summary and Objective The
Executive Protection Agent will provide a client’s family with physical protection, security, and welfare by performing armed or unarmed executive protection missions. The position will be based in McLean, VA. The position is a full-time role. This full-time agent will support the security team in covering the client’s
SPOUSE and CHILDREN . Most of the role will entail the work being done domestically and, in the designated region, with the possibility of some domestic travel.
FEMALES ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. Essential Functions and Responsibilities - Provide close protection and other security-related duties for the client during domestic assignments.
- Perform travel advances to review departures, arrivals, movements, routes, and emergency actions and ascertain threat vulnerabilities on all movements and travel.
- Securely transport the client or family members to events and appointments
- Effectively manage family members to ensure safety and security precautions are maintained.
- Respond to emergencies and perform adequate medical first aid operations.
- Deescalate tense situations or individuals that arise during the conduct of a mission.
- Communicate vulnerabilities or safety concerns promptly.
- Effectively communicate with clients and management through incident reports and other administrative tools.
- Assist with protection schedules and team assignments.
- Operate and maintain protective, operational, and communications equipment.
- Promptly identify and escalate deficiencies/failures.
- Prepare mission plans and submit all required reports on time, including expense and closing reports.
- Assist with intelligence and other duties within the Command Post.
- All other duties, as assigned.
Competencies and Attributes - Excellent verbal and written communication; second language skills preferred.
- Basic defensive driving tactics training and experience.
- Demonstrated experience developing relationships on assignments.
- Ability to maintain composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public under urgency and pressure.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
- Ability to work with children and manage protection in a family environment
Qualifications and Education - At least 2 years of executive protection experience, including advanced planning, surveillance and counter-surveillance operations, and security driving; International security experience preferred.
- A high school diploma or GED; a bachelor’s degree preferable.
- Basic medical first aid training, AED; CPR certification preferred.
- Concealed Carry permit in Virginia.
- Virginia DCJS Personal Protection Specialist with advanced handgun.
- Maryland private investigation license preferred.
- Maryland Carry and Conceal permit preferred.
- Females are encouraged to apply.
Position Type and Schedule - Regular Full-Time (RFT).
- 24/7 availability to the client while on a task.
- May require domestic travel.
- Flexible shift schedule when needed.
Salary Range: $80,000 - 90,000
Work Environment and Physical Demands Reasonable accommodation requires the physical and mental capacity to perform all essential functions effectively. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
- Exposure to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals or approaching an unauthorized area.
- Rapid and effective decision-making during unusual or emergencies
- Work in environments and under conditions that require carrying authorized weapons and ammunition, using protective gear and devices, and/or awareness of personal safety and the safety of others.
- Work with children and participate in physical activities and outdoor events.
- Exposure to sensitive and confidential information
- Regular computer usage
- Close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
- Frequent sitting, standing, and/or walking may require extended periods and involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.
- On occasion, perform stressful and physical activity when needed.
- 24/7 availability to the client while on a task
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Global Guardian is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran, disabled status, or genetic information. If you need reasonable accommodation regarding the application process, do not hesitate to contact hr@globalguardian.com.
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