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Gavin de Becker & Associates

Security Specialist - Veterans Preferred at Gavin de Becker & Associates

Washington, DCFull-timeProtective SecurityPosted about 1 month ago
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Gavin de Becker &amp; Associates (GDBA)</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> protects the world’s most influential and at-risk public figures.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span data-contrast="auto">GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p><strong><em><span data-contrast="auto">A newly hired Protector in Washington, D.C will earn no less than $79,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Washington, D.C-based Protectors could earn up to $94,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.</span></em></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><u>Your Role as a Protector:</u></strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center&nbsp;</li> <li>Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected site&nbsp;</li> <li>Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies&nbsp;</li> <li>Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel&nbsp;</li> <li>Provide secure transportation as needed&nbsp;</li> <li>Survey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client&nbsp;</li> <li>Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity&nbsp;</li> <li>Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Who You Are:</u></strong><u>&nbsp;</u></p> <p>Veterans represent over 60% of GDBA’s workforce – Military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. Active National Guard or Reservists: GDBA is willing and able to accommodate your drill schedules and activations. Active-duty service members are encouraged to apply within 90 days (about 3 months) of your ETS date and can attend our Essential Protector Skills Academy (EPS) while on Terminal Leave.&nbsp;<br><br>Our most successful Protectors come from a variety of backgrounds and have succeeded because they communicate effectively, are physically fit, willing to learn, tell the truth, and enjoy working in a team environment.&nbsp; Our promotion system is merit-based. Performance matters most, not seniority.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><u>Hiring Process Requirements:</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>12-Day Introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, TX</li> <li>Be able to pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run)</li> <li>Must be able to swim</li> <li>Must be drug and nicotine free</li> <li>Background check required</li> <li>Must be able to obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;<strong><u>Best in Class 401k Retirement Plan</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>$15,000 employer contribution for First-Year Associates</li> <li>$3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter &nbsp;</li> <li>10% no-limit matching for all Associates who choose to contribute to their retirement plan</li> </ul> <p>To learn more about earnings, promotions, benefits, and more – visit <a href="https://gdba.com/join-our-team">GDBA.com/careers</a></p>

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