CCW/LEOSA Security Specialist

Company: Gavin de Becker & Associates
Location: San Jose
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA)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 are committed to our mission of protecting human life through the assessment, prediction, and management of violence.Armed Security Agents must possess a valid California Concealed Carry Permit or valid Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) permit. Assuming the role of "Protector", these individuals advise at-risk public figure clients and provide protective coverage for them where they're needed most - at their homes, offices and during travel. First year earnings start at a minimum of $85k based on a 40 hour work week. Earnings potential of up to $95k commensurate with experience and additional overtime opportunities, bonuses, travel pay and more. Visit our Earnings and Benefits Page to learn more at Mission:Provide protection and logistical support at clients homes and when they travelDetect and defeat adversariesCreate and maintain readiness to meet any threatSurvey and prepare location prior to arrival of the protected personCoordinate and execute plans for security and medical emergenciesWho You Are:Military, law enforcement, or security background is meaningful, though not a requirement. We're less interested in what you are then who you are. Our most successful protectors come from a variety of backgrounds and have succeeded because they are physically fit, willing to learn, tell the truth, work together and prove to be trustworthy.Successful Candidates will have these attributes:Valid California Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) PermitExperience in field Public Figure Protection or Executive ProtectionWish to be of service and protect othersExcellent health and fitness, able to pass physical readiness testExcellent communication abilityDrug and nicotine-freeCan pass a pre-employment background investigationCommitment to maintaining high level of attentiveness and energyAdditional Benefits:Eligible veterans and dependents at GDBA can now utilize their GI Bill for additional income, i.e. drawing upon the Basic Allowance Housing (or BAH) offered by the GI Bill without adding any further responsibilities (e.g. college coursework) outside of their normal GDBA duties. CA-based employees onlyHighest Standard of Quality and Resources in the Industry12-Day Introductory Training Academy, plus continual training and qualificationsMedical/Dental/Vision Insurance401k and Life InsuranceSee more information on our Earnings & Benefits Page ()

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