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Previous Corrections or Law Enforcement Experience
Previous Law Enforcement or Military Experience
Security Experience - 5+ Years
Valid Driver's License - In Job State
Work Outside in the Elements
Shift: Monday - Friday (7AM- 5PM)
Allied Universal® is hiring a Executive Protection Security Specialist. The Executive Protection Security Specialist is a security professional dedicated to the executive leadership floors of a high-profile customer building. The Executive Protection Security Specialist will mitigate risk and provide immediate response in the event of workplace violence or de-escalate any potential threat. This security professional will also assist with evacuations and medical emergencies for the executive leadership team.
Responsibilities
Patrol Client facilities and areas of concern as directed
Observe, identify, and report relevant security and safety concerns
Document incidents via written reports, pictures, and witness statements
Provide external security services-related activities as indicated by the client
Communicate and liaise with security staff and first responder personnel to address and mitigate security concerns
Respond to emergencies and perform security and medical operations, as needed
Engage, de-escalate, and report responses to Unwanted Public Interactions while providing security support services
Collect all items of evidentiary value and report the incident to law enforcement personnel as soon as possible as well as obtain and forward the report to the client, in the event of on an incident
Interact and communicate by being professional, proactive, personable, and responsive with the client, vendors, employees, and others to ensure client satisfaction
Support and execute other security projects as required and directed by the client
Responding to alarms/fire/panic calls immediately and promptly securing the safety and security of human life and physical property
Enhance the Physical Security and Executive Protection posture at the client’s headquarters
Provide and/or support security logistics for Executives as required
Provide close protection and other security-related functions for the Executives or employees at the Headquarters or other assignment locations
Detect and identify potential hostile actors or surveillance directed at executives, employees, company, or brand
Assist in performing protective advance planning and threat vulnerability assessments and document and brief Corporate Security leadership and/or stakeholders
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
Must possess, or be able to obtain, a “D” License (guard certification) issued by the state of Florida
If prior law enforcement, Law Enforcement Certification
Must possess one or more of the following:
Minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement experience with federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies
Minimum of three (3) years full-time Executive Protections experience in a dynamic program
Prior security and/or Close Protection experience to include government, law enforcement, military, and/or private security
Law Enforcement (Task Force, Tactical Unit), military Special Operations, and/or High Threat Security Operations experience
Ability to work with little or no supervision
Ability to work as an individual or member of a team
Must have excellent judgment, discretion, and diplomacy skills
Ability to handle crisis situations calmly and efficiently
Able to work a flexible schedule and sometimes extended schedule during crisis periods, which may include weekends and holidays
Strong professional ethics and the ability to maintain trust
Strong oral and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
One or more of the following professional certifications:
Personal Security Detail (PSD)
Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
Executive Protection Security (EPS)
Strong computer skills
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Enrollment in our company’s 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
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Requisition ID
2024-1235931
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Professional Services
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