JOB SUMMARY:
Full time – Executive Protection / Personal Protection Specialist / Driver

LaSorsa & Associates is seeking candidates for placement as an Executive Protection / Personal Protection Specialist who will assist the Manager of Protective Services to protect assigned persons and property for a private client in the NYC area.

As necessary, the Specialist will provide:
-Unarmed and armed personal protection.
-Maintain and safeguard highly sensitive and confidential information.
-Conduct preliminary assessments and advance operations.
-Coordinate protective support elements and services.
-Follow Company and Client SOP’s and directed orders.
-Operate motor vehicles in a safe and legal manner.
-Maintain a high level of physical fitness and professional personal appearance.
-Be prepared for domestic and overseas travel on short notice.
-Report to and perform duties as assigned by management and client representative.

*Must be willing to participate in a pre-employment screening process, including drug screening, background investigation, psychological evaluation, reference checks and signing of non-disclosure/confidentiality agreements.

Application Form

Non-Disclosure Agreement

*Relocation will be considered unfavorable without prior local experience in the area of operations and no relocation assistance/allowance is offered.

Pay Range: $65k-95k annually depending on experience and overtime.

Application Deadline: March 5th, 2016

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-Must have a high school diploma or GED.
-Must be at least 21 years of age.
-Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license.
-Must possess a U.S. passport and be able to travel approximately 35% of the time, both domestically and overseas.
-Must have a reliable means of communication (i.e. smart phone w/ internet, email, etc.)
-Must have a reliable means of private transportation.
-Must maintain 100% compliance with all local laws and state licensing requirements.
-Must have the legal right to work in the United States and fluently speak, read, and write English.
-Reputable executive protection training course graduate.
-Reputable defensive / evasive driving course graduate.
-Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification (AHA/Red Cross)
-Proficient in advance operations & protective intelligence
-Basic knowledge of physical security guidelines and assessments.
-Basic knowledge of various security platforms including but not limited to recording devices, video management, surveillance systems and cameras, alarm systems, access control systems, etc.
-Able to multi-task, problem solve and respond effectively in dynamic situations.
-Able to work effectively in a team as well as independently with little to no supervision.
-Computer skills including Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
-Operational understanding of today’s technology across all platforms.
-Proficient written and verbal communication skills.

*Training may be provided via LaSorsa & Associates depending on candidates suitability and client’s demands.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-Extensive experience in private / domestic executive protection / personal protection
-Extensive experience in the specified area of operations and with local FBO’s, hotels, etc.
-Advanced medical certification: I.E. EMT, Paramedic, etc.
-Relevant military or law enforcement experience.
-4 year College degree or above.
-ASIS CPP, PSP, PCI certifications.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
-Working with or without reasonable accommodations.
-Requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively in all essential functions.
-Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
-Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.
-Occasional walking and reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
-Occasional lifting and moving approximately 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
-Effective close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
-Computer usage and operating electronics.
-Rapid and effective decision-making during unusual or emergency situations.
-On occasion, may be required to perform stressful and physical activity.
-Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays of up to 12 hours.
-Maintain flexible schedule and on-call hours as needed.

TERMS:
Annual Contract will be offered to suitable candidate who meets the requirements and presents the best fit for the client.

HOW TO APPLY:
-ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS may email application form OR resume’ / CV and a full photo in professional attire to jml@Lasorsa.com addressed in reference to this posting.

LaSorsa & Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring, promotion or enforcement of its policies and procedures on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, age, marital status or national origin and complies with all pertinent laws, executive orders and regulations.