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Partners for HOME

Executive Assistant

Atlanta, GA

$55K/yr

Serve as the primary point of contact for all executive boards and committees, including the Partners for HOME Board, Continuum of Care Governing Council, and the Client Advisory Council.

Partners for HOME

Executive Assistant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$55K/yr

Serve as the primary point of contact for all executive boards and committees, including the Partners for HOME Board, Continuum of Care Governing Council, and the Client Advisory Council.

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How much do all executive protection jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for all executive protection in Georgia is $78,994.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $101,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between All Executive Protection vs Close Protection Officer?

AspectAll Executive ProtectionClose Protection Officer
CertificationsSecurity licenses, first aid, threat assessmentSecurity licenses, first aid, threat assessment
Work EnvironmentHigh-profile events, travel, personal securityHigh-profile events, travel, personal security
Employer & IndustryPrivate security firms, corporations, VIP clientsPrivate security firms, VIP clients, government agencies
Search & UsageAll executive protection services, security planningClose protection duties, personal security detail

Both roles involve protecting clients in high-risk environments, requiring similar certifications and work settings. The main difference lies in terminology and specific job scope, with "All Executive Protection" often encompassing a broader range of security services, while "Close Protection Officer" emphasizes direct personal security duties.

What are some common challenges faced by Executive Protection professionals, and how are they typically addressed on the job?

Executive Protection professionals often encounter challenges such as rapidly changing security risks, maintaining discretion while ensuring safety, and adapting to unpredictable schedules. These challenges are addressed through ongoing risk assessments, advanced planning, and close coordination with clients and other security team members. Continuous training in situational awareness, communication, and emergency response is also essential to stay prepared for evolving threats and to provide seamless protection without disrupting the client's daily activities.

What is executive protection?

Executive protection refers to security measures and services designed to safeguard high-profile individuals, such as corporate executives, celebrities, or government officials, against various threats. This can include personal security, secure transportation, threat assessment, and risk mitigation strategies. Executive protection professionals are trained to anticipate and prevent risks, ensuring the safety and privacy of their clients at all times. These services are typically provided by specialized security firms or in-house corporate security teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Executive Protection professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Executive Protection professional, you need expertise in risk assessment, security protocols, defensive tactics, and often a background in law enforcement or the military. Proficiency with surveillance equipment, secure communications systems, and, in some cases, relevant certifications such as Personal Protection Specialist (PPS) or CPR/First Aid are commonly required. Strong situational awareness, discretion, adaptability, and excellent communication skills help professionals anticipate threats and respond effectively. These skills are crucial for ensuring the safety and privacy of high-profile clients in dynamic and potentially high-risk environments.
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Infographic showing various All Executive Protection job openings in Georgia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,994 per year, or $38 per hour.
Public Figure Protection / Executive Protection Team LeadAtlanta, GA

Public Figure Protection / Executive Protection Team LeadAtlanta, GA

Gavin de Becker & Associates

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Public Figure Protection / Executive Protection Team Lead

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. A newly hired Protector who is selected for a Team Leader opportunity in Atlanta will earn no less than $65,000 in their first year with GDBA. Atlanta-based Protectors could earn up to $90,000 in first year earnings. Team Leader opportunities are earned by merit when accounting for prior relevant experience and GDBA Training Academy performance. Protectors that excel in their individual performance and during their ongoing training along the Two-Year Professional Leadership Track (PLT) can make themselves eligible for an accelerated pathway to a Team Lead opportunity. 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. Team Leaders lead and train protector teams, harness GDBA's mission essential resources, and protect clients in various challenging circumstances.

GDBA's ideal candidate for an Executive Protection Team Lead position possesses one or more of the following experience levels/credentials:

  • 3+ years of experience conducting close protection/executive protection operations for high-net-worth clients/at-risk clients.
  • Experience working in one of or a combination of the following environments is preferred: Residential, Corporate, Technology, or Military/Law Enforcement Protective Security Details (PSD).
  • International or domestic field/travel experience is also beneficial but not required
  • 3+ years working in a full-time certified law enforcement officer position(s)
  • HR-218 (LEOSA) eligibility or possession of a concealed carry (CCW) permit is notable
  • 2+ years working as an Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT), a Paramedic (NREMT-P) or a Registered Nurse (RN). Equivalent military medical experience is also accepted such as a Corpsman, Combat Medic, and Special Operations Medical experience, etc.

Your Role as a Team Leader:

  • Communicate directly with clients and become subject-matter experts for specific assignments
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on high-level decisions
  • Plan shift schedules and make adjustments based on client needs and approved Protector requests
  • Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center (CC)
  • Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to a protected site
  • Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies
  • Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel
  • Provide secure transportation (STO) as needed
  • Survey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client
  • Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity
  • Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat

Interested Candidates Should Expect the Following:

  • 12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy
  • Professional Leadership Track (PLT) - 2-year on-the-job executive protection training curriculum that prepares Protectors for future leadership positions at GDBA: includes 500 hours of training, mentoring, instructing, and certification + 4 additional advanced executive protection/leadership training academies
  • Be able to pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run)
  • Protectors must be drug and nicotine free
  • Able to pass a pre-employment background investigation
  • Must be able to swim

Additional Compensation and Benefits:

  • $2,000 sign-on bonus
  • Gym, Massage, Ammunition, and Cellphone reimbursements
  • $1,100 Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
  • Family benefits including family outing fund, active kids fund, and school supplies fund
  • Free vacations each year for 200 qualified Protectors
  • Up to $2,500 stipend for CCW Licenses
  • Up to $1,000 stipend for Special Certifications (EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime)

Visit our Earnings and Benefits Page to learn more about benefits, stipends, additional overtime opportunities, bonuses, travel pay, and more.

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