Security Specialist at Gavin de Becker & Associates

<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 Los Angeles will earn no less than $81,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Los Angeles-based Protectors could earn up to $100,000 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>Military, law enforcement, or experience in executive protection/security is meaningful, though not a requirement to become a GDBA Protector.&nbsp; We’re less interested in what you are than <em>who you are</em>.  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.</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><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> <p><em>GDBA will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Fair Chance laws and ordinances respective to the applicant’s position; applicants are to take note, criminal background checks are required for this position, per L.A. County Code § 8.300.050; L.A. Municipal Code § 189.07 (City of Los Angeles); Bus. &amp; Prof. Code § 7583.23 (CA Firearms Permit); 18 U.S. Code § 922 (Firearms - Federal); 34 U.S. Code § 41106 (Private Security Officers).</em></p>