Field Executive Protection Specialist - Women Strongly Encouraged to Apply

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.  

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
• Be able to pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run) 
• 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: https://gdba.com/earnings 

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