Close Protection Officer

Position Overview

The primary role of this position is to ensure the safety and security of select client family members. The employee will provide high-quality protective services and support while safeguarding the client's assets and reputation. This security professional will operate in high-profile domestic and international settings.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform security and physical protection measures for high-profile individuals in various environments.
• C Conduct security advances and logistical support for events, venues, and travel activities.
• Perform protective planning and threat vulnerability assessments.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding any sensitive information on the client, physical protection means, and methods.
• Interact professionally with team members, internal family, house staff, external individuals, and law enforcement officials.
• De-escalate tense situations that arise at the client's residence, schools, or temporary venues.
• Understand the client’s risks, including media, business, and personal travel, domestic and foreign operations.
• Participate in event planning to ensure access control, asset protection, confidentiality, and other security matters are identified through a written plan accepted by the client.
• Secure public locations before the client attends events.
• Escort the client into public settings and maintain constant situational awareness and control.
• Provide Security Driving for the client and select family members.
• Follow company and client-directed SOPs.

Required Licenses

• Florida Class G Security License
• Valid driver's license at time of hire and throughout employment
• Valid US Passport
• Unrestricted US Work Authorization

Desired Personal Attributes

• Professional demeanor in appearance, interpersonal relations, work ethic, and attitude.
• Excellent communication skills, including fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Ability to communicate complex processes clearly and concisely.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Takes responsibility and ownership for assigned and self-initiated tasks.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure resources are spent on the highest priorities and proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment where changing directions happen frequently.
• Foundational understanding of corporate security and global security operations.
• Rapid and effective decision-making during unusual events or emergencies.
• High levels of discretion and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Minimum & Desired Qualifications: Five (5) years or more experience in relevant training and qualifications. A bachelor's Degree is preferred, although equivalent/relevant experience can substitute for educational requirements.
• Formal personal protection training, including driver training and medical training.

Physical Demands

• Constant: Sitting, Standing, Seeing, Listening, Speaking
• Periodic: Physical Training, Range Training, Specialized Training
• Ability to climb stairs and walk on inclines/declines and on uneven terrain.
• May be in situations where swimming is required.
• 24/7 availability to the client.

Work Environment

• Work typically performed as a mobile team member, driving, or a passenger in a vehicle to venues, shopping, school, or events.
• Ability to handle long shift hours mentally and physically.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as required.