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Executive Protection Agent

Keelson Strategic, Miami, FL, United States


Executive Protection Agent – Experience Required

Job Details

$145,000 compensation

Travel Team – can live anywhere in the United States

Job Type - full-time

Job Summary This is an unarmed position for an EP agent. Candidates will be required to fulfill Executive Protection, Driver and Residential Security Team agent roles interchangeably. Domestic and International travel will be required. Comfortable in fast paced environment. Comfortable in social settings with high profile public figures.

Job Description The Executive Protection Agent is tasked with numerous functions providing overall support to a protective security detail in Miami, FL. This detail operates in a dynamic, multi-faceted, and fast paced environment. Below are just some of the functions and responsibilities:

Ensure the overall safety and security of designated Principals and their property

Monitoring of multiple security systems to include alarms and cameras, and competence to identify and properly act on security risks

Controlling access to properties and maintenance of security logs for guests, service personnel, and vendors

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.)

Maintain an acceptable professional appearance

Be able to communicate with the Principals, staff, coworkers, and other third party vendors utilizing a customer service approach

Adapting to various tasks that would be assigned outside of traditional security operations/roles

Able to interact with children

On-the-spot critical thinking and improvisation

Emotional intelligence and self-awareness

Be comfortable in a variety of social settings, with ability to socially engineer desired outcomes

Be willing to submit to pre-employment, post-accident and random drug testing as determined by management

Shifts that can include days/nights/weekends/holidays/OT

When required, both domestic and international travel

Close protection to Principals at various venues, events, filming sessions, business meetings, personal trips, etc.

A variety of tasks around the Principal's property as required

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

Advance work for routes, venues, and travel trips

Must have proficient writing skills to complete detailed reports

Communicate with Principal's staff and outside personnel, to facilitate seamless operations for our Principals

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.

Ability to responsibly engage to an active threat against the Principal

Must be proficient in defensive tactics, in order to deescalate, or actively engage in potential threats against the Principals

Licensing Requirements

Class D Security Guard license

Valid United States Driver's License

Passport with more than six months expiration

AED for Adults, Children, and Infants

Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree

Certification from a recognized EP school (this can be supplemented with 2+ years of relevant industry experience) from a certified driving school is also preferable, but this too can be supplemented based on experience

Law enforcement experience is a plus

RST experience a plus

Defensive tactics, counter surveillance/surveillance detection, and covert protection experience

First Responder, Paramedic or EMT certifications a plus

Active in outdoor activities such as mountain biking, hiking, ocean sports, etc.

Required Skills and Experience

3-5 years of experience specifically traveling internationally and domestically in EP role

Must possess a good understanding of the latest technology in security camera systems, use of smartphones, communications, and collaboration apps

Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment

Excellent communicator with the ability to converse with clients, superiors, peers, and vendors professionally and successfully

Drug free; must pass a drug screening and submit to periodic screenings throughout employment

Specific training related to this specific detail will be provided upon hire

Physical Requirements

Ability to patrol the property and access areas quickly

Physically able to capture and detain individuals if necessary

Prolonged periods sitting of 5+ hours at a desk and monitoring surveillance equipment

Prolonged periods of standing on your feet without a break 4-5+ hours

Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time

Must be able to lift, drag a human up to 200lbs or more, if necessary

Must be able to bend, twist,

Being able to respond to physical attacks, natural disasters, evacuations

Perform physical activities such as hiking, biking, swimming

Salary and Benefits

$145,000 compensation

Schedule: 16 - hour shifts, two weeks on, two weeks off rotation

Can live anywhere in the US and travel in for work

Team house to stay at while on shift

PTO

Holiday Pay

401(k)

Medical insurance - We pay 100% of employee medical plan, and provide a $150 credit for up to 4 family members

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

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.

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