Weekend International Flight Paramedic Jobs in Riverside, CA

Job Details:  

Job Title: Executive Protection Agent 

Location: Based in Orange County, CA, residents preferred, but open to travel-in or relocation. 

Job type: Full-time, with full benefits  

Compensation: $145,000 minimum annual compensation 

FLSA: Non-exempt 

Schedule: 2 weeks on/2 weeks off, 12-hour shifts 
 
Job Summary: 
This is an unarmed Executive Protection Agent position based in Orange County, CA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting a single primary client on an embedded EP team. Candidates must demonstrate strong domestic and international travel experience, multi-agent coverage capabilities, and proven advance work skills. Applicants should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and in social settings involving high-profile public figures.

We are looking for mature professionals with several years of prior military experience, in combination with team-based EP experience. Candidates must also be comfortable participating in a multi-step recruitment process, including several interviews and client meet-and-greet sessions where professionalism and character will be thoroughly evaluated. 

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

• Ensure the overall safety and security of designated Principals 

• Required to drive Principals to various personal/business venues and/or additional off-site assignments 

• Demonstrate proficiency in use and proper maintenance for all equipment used in support of the protective operations program (i.e. vehicles, medical supplies, communications devices, etc.) 

• Must maintain an acceptable professional appearance 

• Must be able to communicate with the Principal's, staff, coworkers, and other third party vendors utilizing a customer service approach 

• Capable of adapting to various tasks that would be assigned outside of traditional security operations/roles 

• Ability to interact with children 

• Capable of on-the-spot critical thinking and improvisation 

• STRONG emotional intelligence and self-awareness 

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

• Must be willing to submit to pre-employment, post-accident and random drug testing as determined by management 

• Working shifts that can include days/nights/weekends/holidays/OT 

• Multiple coverage experience 

• Travel when required, both domestic and international 

• Provide close protection to Principals at various venues, events, business meetings, personal trips, etc. 

• Agents must maintain a positive attitude through a wide variety of situations, as well as, must conduct themselves in a manner which contribute to a positive and professional work environment 

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

• Agents must have proficient writing skills to complete detailed reports 

• Coordinate with Principal's staff and outside personnel, to facilitate seamless operations for our Principals 

• Maintain physical fitness to stand on your feet for several hours without a break, provide protective coverage during physically taxing activities including running, swimming, hiking, as well as maintain long schedules in the field. 

• Capable of responsibly engaging to an active threat against the Principal 

• Agent must be proficient in defensive tactics, in order to deescalate, or actively engage in potential threats against the Principals 

Position Certificates and Licenses: 

• CA BSIS Security Guard license 

• A Valid United States Driver's License 

• Current Passport with more than six months expiration 

• CPR/First Aid/AED certified for Adults, Children, and Infanta 

Preferred Education and Experience: 

• Certification from a recognized EP school 

• Graduation from a certified driving school is also preferrable 

• Military or Law enforcement experience is a plus 

• Training in defensive tactics, counter surveillance/surveillance detection, and covert protection experience 

• Active First Responder, Paramedic or EMT certifications a plus 

• Regularly active in outdoor activities such as mountain biking, hiking, ocean sports, etc. 

• California CCW permit is a plus 

Required Skills and Experience: 

• 3-5 years of relevant EP experience 

• Must possess a good understanding of the latest technology in use of smartphones, communications/tracking apps, and collaboration apps 

• Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment and as a solo practitioner 

• Excellent communicator with the ability to professionally and successfully converse with clients, superiors, peers, and vendors 

Physical Requirements: 

Ability to:

• Swiftly patrol large properties and quickly access all areas of an assignment.
• Stand and walk for prolonged periods, including continuous standing for 45 or more hours without a break when operationally required.
• Sit for prolonged periods, including 5 or more hours while monitoring surveillance systems or performing security operations.
• Run, sprint, or traverse long distances during emergency response situations.
• Perform sustained physical activity immediately following a maximum-effort emergency response.
• Respond effectively to physical attacks, emergencies, medical incidents, natural disasters, evacuations, and other critical incidents.
• Move, crawl, climb, and maneuver through structured and unstructured environments, including confined or unpredictable spaces.
• Bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required to perform essential job functions.
• Lift and carry equipment or other objects weighing at least 50 pounds.
• Safely wear, carry, and operate required duty gear and equipment throughout an assigned shift.
• Physically control, capture, restrain, detain, lift, or drag individuals weighing 200 pounds or more when required.
• Perform assigned duties safely and effectively in diverse environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, high humidity, inclement weather, and aquatic or coastal environments.

Salary and Benefits: 

• $145,000 minimum annual compensation 

• Work Schedule - 2 weeks on/2 weeks off, 12-hour workdays 

• Paid sick leave 

• Paid time off (PTO) accrual 

• Holiday pay for select holidays you work (6) 

• Company 401(k) with employer match 

• Flexible insurance plans - Medical, dental and vision 

• 100% of employee premium paid for by Keelson (plan upgradable for additional employee paid premium) 

• Generous employer contribution per family member (up to 4 family members) to help lower employee contributions for dependents that join the plan 

• Life Insurance 

• Long Term Disability 

• Short Term Disability 

• Critical Accident/Illness coverage 

Employment with Keelson is at-will, meaning that you or Keelson may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. 
 
Keelson Strategic is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law. 
 
Keelson Strategic is licensed in the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services. 
 
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