Public Figure Protection / Executive Protection Team Lead - Austin, TX

Company: Gavin de Becker & Associates
Location: Austin
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA)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.Team Leaders lead and train protector teams, harness GDBA's mission essential resources, and protect clients in a variety of challenging circumstances.Mission: The Safety, Privacy and Wellbeing of our ClientsProvide protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travelDetect and defeat adversariesCreate and maintain readiness to meet any threatSurvey and prepare locations prior to arrival of the protected personCoordinate and execute plans for security and medical emergenciesInterested candidates should expect the following:Industry-Leading CompensationInternational/Domestic TravelHighest Standard of Quality and Resources in the Industry12-Day Introductory Training Academy, plus continual training and qualificationsMedical/Dental/Vision Insurance401k and Life InsuranceSee more information on our Earnings & Benefits Page ()Successful Candidates will have these attributes:At least 5 Years of Protection experience at the highest level of performance and client expectationWish to be of service and protect othersExcellent health and fitness, able to pass physical readiness testExcellent communication abilityDrug and nicotine-freeCan pass a pre-employment background investigationCommitment to maintaining high level of attentiveness and energyValuable Qualifications (though not required):Military backgroundLaw enforcement backgroundIf Private Security background, experience in Close ProtectionAssigned to Military Protective Security Operations Units; specifically, Air Force OSI, Army CID, Marine Corps CID, or Navy NCISAssigned to Law Enforcement Protection Units (for example, close protection of Mayors, Governors, Federal Government Officials)LEOSA/HR218 Firearm QualificationEmergency Medical Technician (EMT)/ParamedicNote: We are also hiring for an Entry Level Protector position, view available positions here: First year earnings start at $55k based on a 40-hour work week. Additional overtime opportunities, bonuses, and travel pay are also available. Visit our new Earnings & Benefit Page to learn more at

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