Progress Residential

Executive Protection Driver

Progress Residential$75K — $90K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of Law Enforcement experience preferred; at least 3 years in executive protection for C-Suite or high-level officials.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field preferred.
  • Concealed carry credentials required.
  • Clean and current Driver’s License necessary.
  • Evasive driving techniques training preferred.
  • Experience in threat intelligence collection and analysis preferred.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and interact with various stakeholders.
  • Basic First Aid and CPR knowledge required.

Responsibilities

  • Safely transport Senior Executive and family to various destinations.
  • Provide close protection and security functions as needed.
  • Conduct advance planning for potential threats affecting travel.
  • Oversee vehicle maintenance, insurance, and service records.
  • Perform ongoing threat assessments for proactive risk management.
  • Provide security services for corporate and local events.
  • Collaborate with executive staff for protective strategy planning.
  • Establish relationships with law enforcement and agencies to relay security information.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • 11 firm holidays.
  • Hybrid office/work from home arrangement.
  • Annual year-end bonus eligibility.
Full Job Description

Job Overview

The EPD will play a valuable part in supporting and providing safe executive travel for a Senior Executive and Family. The EPD will also provide security risk assessments for the Senior Executive, that includes, home intrusion detection system reviews and report findings. This role is for full-time employment and may require long hours and weekends. The Senior Executive travels frequently and therefore the EPD will assist with other aspects of the Corporate Executive Protection Program.

What You’ll Do

  • Safely transport Senior Executive, family, and guests to and from destinations, including offices, appointments, meetings, airports, events, etc.

  • Provide close protection and other security-related functions, as needed

  • Conduct thorough advance planning to identify potential threats or obstacles affecting the Senior Executive’s drive schedule

  • Oversee the vehicle maintenance, vehicle insurance, garage, regulations, and records of services are kept up to date

  • Conduct continuous threat assessments for proactive risk management

  • Provide protection services for corporate on-site and local off-site events for the Senior Executive, and other company officials

  • Work closely with executive support staff to obtain daily schedule, executive trips, meetings, and other off-site events to plan protective and transportation strategies

  • Assist in managing and monitoring ongoing risks which may impact the security of the Senior Executive and the organization

  • Establish relationships with local law enforcement and other appropriate Agencies to receive and relay crime, safety, and other information that supports the general security of the Senior Executive

  • Flexibility with hours; available to work on short notice, when needed

  • Run errands, general maintenance, and carry out special requests

  • Extensive knowledge of Southern Florida, including public and private airports

  • Assist in updating standard operating procedures to support the growing executive protection function

  • Other security related duties as assigned for CEO, company executives and or operating companies

Requirements

  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in a Law Enforcement capacity preferred, with at least 3 years of experience driving/providing executive protection for C-Suite Executives, high level government officials or Foreign Dignitaries

  • Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Security Management, Safety, or related field preferred

  • Must have concealed carry credentials

  • Must possess a clean and current Driver’s License

  • Trained in evasive driving techniques, preferable

  • Experience in the collection and analysis of threat intelligence preferred

  • Will maintain a high level of confidentiality with regards to Corporate Executives to include family contact information, residence locations, and residence security systems

  • Flexible schedule, ability to work early mornings, evenings and weekends as needed with little notice

  • Must present a positive demeanor with an ability to interact and relate well with both external and internal contacts at all levels, up to and including Executives, VIPs, Board Members and Family Members

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound decision-making, and attention to detail are critical

  • Must have strong problem-solving skills with an ability to pivot quickly with excellent results

  • Basic First Aid knowledge 6 CPR and AED

  • Must be able to travel domestically

What We Offer

This position offers the opportunity to join a collegial, entrepreneurial firm committed to the personal and professional growth of its team members and to maintaining a positive, encouraging work environment where people enjoy working together. The company offers a comprehensive benefits and perks package, including:

  • 401(k) plan with an employer match

  • Health, dental, vision and life insurance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • 11 firm holidays

  • Hybrid office/work from home arrangement

  • Annual year-end bonus eligible

About Progress Residential

Progress Residential is a real estate investment trust that owns and manages single-family rental homes. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. Progress Residential's portfolio includes over 40,000 homes in 20 markets across the United States. The company's mission is to provide high-quality rental homes and exceptional customer service to its tenants. Progress Residential offers a variety of amenities and services, including online rent payments, maintenance requests, and 24/7 customer support.
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