Executive Protection Agent

About the job
Job Title: Executive Protection Agent

Location: Los Angeles and Orange County

Job Type: Part-Time (12-Hour Shifts) & Flex Roster (with full time opportunities)

Compensation: $40–$50/hour (DOE) – CA Overtime Paid

Schedule: Day time, 12-hour shifts

Job Summary

This is an armed Executive Protection assignment requiring a specialist who can transition seamlessly between close protection and secure driving. We are looking for a candidate who is comfortable operating in high-tempo environments and remains composed in social settings involving high-profile public figures.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting C-suite executives and the professional maturity to integrate into that environment without friction. We value independence, reliability, and sound critical thinking. You must be able to perform at a high level both as part of a small team and during solo-coverage details.

Background Requirements: Military, law enforcement and/or private sector corporate executive protection experience is required.

Job Description

Job Description The Executive Protection Agent is tasked with numerous functions; this detail operates in a dynamic and multi-faceted environment. Below are some of the functions and responsibilities:

• Ensure the overall safety and security of designated Principal and their property

• Competence to identify and properly act on security risks

• Required to drive Principal(s) to various personal/business venues with daily transit between LA and OC

• Demonstrate proficiency in use and proper maintenance for all equipment (vehicles, medical, comms)

• Must maintain an acceptable professional appearance and a customer service approach

• Capable of on-the-spot critical thinking, improvisation, and high emotional intelligence

• Must be comfortable in a variety of social settings, with the ability to socially engineer desired outcomes

• Provide close protection at various venues, events, and business meetings

• Conduct advance work for routes, venues, and travel trips

• Coordinate with Principal’s staff to facilitate seamless operations

• Maintain physical fitness to provide coverage during physically taxing activities (running, hiking, etc.)

• Proficient in defensive tactics to de-escalate or actively engage in potential threats

• Responsible for administrative tasks including expense receipts and digital timekeeping

Required Licenses & Permits:

• Active CA BSIS Guard Card

• Active CA BSIS Exposed Firearms Permit

• Valid California CCW

• Valid CA Driver’s License (Class C)

• Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification (Adult, Child, and Infant)

  Preferred Licenses & Permits:

• Certification from a recognized Defensive Driving / Security Driving school

• Current Passport with more than six months expiration

  Required Skills And Experience

• Proven experience in Executive Protection supporting C-suite or high-profile individuals

• Proficient in the use of smartphones, secure communications, and collaboration apps

• Must be drug-free and willing to submit to pre-employment and random drug testing

• Candidates selected for this detail must be approved by the client; those not selected will be placed on our preferred Flex Roster for upcoming assignments

• Job specific training will be provided upon selection

  Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or walk for several hours without a break

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and drag a human up to 200 lbs or more if necessary

• Must be able to respond to physical attacks, natural disasters, and evacuations

• Perform physical activities such as hiking, biking, and swimming

  Benefits

• Guaranteed overtime pay in accordance with CA state and Federal law

• Paid sick leave and PTO accrual

• Holiday Pay for select Federal Holidays worked

• Candidates who transition to permanent full-time status are eligible for 401(k) with match and

  comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision insurance