Program Manager

Gavin de Becker & Associates (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. 
 
GDBA is reviewing applicants for a Program Manager position in San Francisco, CA. Qualified candidates can expect to earn no less than $125,000 in their first year with GDBA with potential to earn upwards of $140,000+ in take home earnings by the end of their first year of employment.
 
This is a full-time position with benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k). 
 
GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients
 
GDBA is seeking qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds that can bring their skills and experiences to our firm’s protective mission. Program Managers lead and train protector teams, harness GDBA's mission essential resources, and protect clients in various challenging circumstances. 
 
Who You Are: 
 
GDBA’s ideal candidate for a Program Manager position possesses one or more of the following experience levels/credentials: 

1. 3+ years of experience managing a residential security team for high-net-worth clients/at-risk clients


2. International or domestic field/travel experience is also beneficial but not required 


3. HR-218 (LEOSA) eligibility or possession of a concealed carry (CCW) permit is notable but also not required

Your Role as a Program Manager:

1. Be comfortable and have experience managing the day to day relationship and communications with high net worth clients and staff


2. Collaborate with senior GDBA leadership on high-level decisions 


3. Plan shift schedules and make adjustments based on client needs and approved Protector requests 


4. Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center (CC) 


5. Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to a protected site 


6. Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies 


7. Provide secure transportation as needed 


8. Survey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client 


9. Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity 


10. Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat

Interested Candidates Should Expect the Following: 

1. 12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy 


2. Professional Leadership Track (PLT) - 2‑year on-the-job executive protection training curriculum that prepares Protectors for future leadership positions at GDBA: PLT includes 500 hours of training, mentoring, instructing, and certification and 4 additional advanced executive protection/leadership training academies 


3. Be able to pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run) 


4. Protectors must be drug and nicotine free 


5. Able to pass a pre-employment background investigation 


6. Must be able to swim 

Additional Compensation and Benefits: 

1. Gym, Ammunition, and Cellphone reimbursements 


2. $1,100 Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution  


3. Family benefits including family outing fund, active kids fund, and school supplies fund 


4. Free vacations each year for 200 qualified Protectors 


5. Up to $2,500 stipend for CCW Licenses 


6. Up to $1,000 stipend for Special Certifications (EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime)