Executive Protection Agent

Executive Protection Agent

Surefox North America Inc is a veteran owned company that strives to create a diverse and unique culture of trained and talented individuals. We are currently seeking an experienced Full time Executive Protection Agent with high integrity and professionalism. In your day to day role as an Executive Protection Agent, you will assist in acting as a liaison between Surefox and its clients while providing close protection for C-Level executives and their family. You will perform all duties in accordance with client policies and procedures, Surefox policies and procedures, and all state & federal regulations. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing safe and secure vehicle transportation for C-Level executives and their family; responding to emergency events as well as medical & non-medical issues; providing physical security, addressing staffing deficiencies, handling client requests in a timely manner, and any other tasks assigned to you by your immediate supervisor/PM.

The individual selected for this role must be flexible and able to respond to dynamic situations with sound judgment as well as have the ability to perform their duties on a national and international level. As we encourage veterans and candidates that are currently in the military reserve to apply, we welcome all who share the same passions for protection as we do. We are not offering visa sponsorship for this position at this time. Base Hourly rate: $55.00/hour

What you will do:

• Develop relationships with clients, facilitate collaboration, and have the ability to influence informally across different departments within the team
• Track and report on program performance assurance and compliance requirements within the provided guidelines
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities
• Provide assistance to employees and create a safe and friendly environment for visitors and clients in a professional manner
• Attend project meetings upon request to assess the security implications of proposed changes
• Work independently and adapt to various work-paces while always maintaining a high-level of attentiveness and energy
• Responsible for client and family safety, as well as safeguarding client assets
• Provide safe and secure vehicle transportation to and from designated locations for C-Level executives and their family.
• Watch for unusual activity and respond immediately and safely to emergency situations on-site
• Contact the police or fire department if and when there is an emergency
• Conducts ongoing threat, risk and vulnerability assessments
• Operates motor vehicles in a safe and legal manner
• Conducts protective advance operations
• Maintain up to date knowledge of local emergency services, routes, and points of interest within a given area of responsibility
• Operate in a low profile, low footprint capacity
• Maintain a high level of physical fitness and personal appearance
• Follow Executive Protection Standard Operating Procedures and Guidelines
• Comply with Surefox Policy and Procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

What is required:

• Must be eligible for employment within the United States
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old per state licensing guidelines
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check and drug screening (Surefox will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all requirements of State and local laws, regulations or codes)
• Must live within driving distance or be willing to relocate
• Must possess a current guard card or eligible to qualify for guard card
• Must possess a valid Illinois Concealed Carry Weapons Permit or a HR218 LEOSA
• Must have a high school degree or equivalent
• Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• CPR/First Aid/AED for all ages is required
• Possess a valid and current driver license
• Valid U.S Passport
• A graduate of a reputable executive protection training school

Or

5+ years of corporate and high net worth executive protection experience

Or

2+ years of security experience in a high threat environment

• Ability to work nights and weekends as required
• Ability to work autonomously, domestically and internationally
• Advanced medical and evasive driving experience
• Have an operational understanding of today's technology across all platforms
• Strong writing and interpersonal skills

What is desired:

• Security or law enforcement related experience preferred
• Military background is a plus
• Report writing experience preferred
• Experience working with families and children in a high net worth environment
• International experience

If you share our values and are ready to build your next career, we want to hear from you!