What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reserve Close Protection Specialist position at Foresight Security Consulting?
Reserve Close Protection Specialist
Hourly- As needed
Pay Range $35-$45 per hour, Depending on Experience
Applicants must reside in the Los Angeles Metropolitan area.
Foresight is a Northwest-based, national security consultancy offering holistic, proactive risk mitigation solutions to our clients. We are committed to improving the physical and psychological safety of the colleges and universities, small businesses, corporations, media groups, and high net-worth individuals we support. Our guiding values of listening, trust, and excellence consistently anchor the work we do. Foresight helps clients develop effective and sustainable strategies to prevent and manage threats to people, infrastructure, assets, and brand. We leverage subject matter expertise, smart tools, and a global professional network to deliver the highest level of service, every time.
Foresight Security Consulting is looking for experienced and driven candidates to fill multiple Residential, Business, and Close Protection openings within our expanding company. Successful candidates will be those who have exceptional observational skills, pay close attention to detail, and possess the disciplined ability to work alone and to quickly pivot to team collaboration, ensuring client satisfaction. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to responding to emergency events, medical & non-medical issues, incident detection, observation, physical security, and handling client requests in a timely manner.
Job Description:
- Ensure the overall safety and security of clients and properties.
- Monitor multiple security systems i.e., Alarms and Camera systems.
- Control access to properties and keep a maintenance log of all visitors and vendors.
- Transport clients to appointments (airport, business meetings, etc..)
- Conduct various tasks that are typically outside traditional security-related roles.
- Provide close protection at various venues, events, meetings, and client trips.
- Conduct advance work prior to scheduled events.
- Communicate all incidents, movements, and activity through the established chain of command.
- As a part-time/as needed employee you are NOT considered on-call for your possible assignments. This position does not guarantee any working hours in a given week.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be eligible for employment within the United States.
- Must be a minimum of 21 years old.
- Must have a high school degree or equivalent.
- Must be able to pass an extensive background check.
- Previous Security, Law Enforcement, or Military Experience.
- At the time of appointment: possess valid BSIS security licensure. If not in possession of a valid Guard Card, must be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
- At the time of appointment: possess a valid CCW permit in the state that you are hired.
- Must possess valid driver’s license.
- Must possess the ability to communicate with varying personalities effectively and professionally.
- Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays as required.
Desired Qualifications:
- Executive Protection training, or experience.
- Extensive report writing skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members.
- Experience and skills in the operation of emergency vehicle driving tactics.
- Possess a valid passport and be able to travel on short notice.
- Defensive tactics and handcuffing experience.
- Leadership qualities.
- Physically fit and active.
- Prior experience with surveillance/counter surveillance tactics.
Benefits:
- Competitive wages
Physical Requirements
- Mobility to work in the field as well as a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period.
- Strength: Medium – Individual must be able to lift 50lbs at a time and contain the ability to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects.
- Foresight Security Consulting is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $35 - $45
