Job Description
Residential Security Agent - Experience Required
Job details
Prioritizing candidates local to San Francisco, CA
Travel-in opportunity – can live anywhere in the United States, team house to stay in during work week
Job Type: Full Time
$110,000 Minimum Annual Compensation
Non-exempt
Job Summary
The Residential Security Team Agent is tasked with numerous functions by providing support to a protective security detail in San Francisco, CA. This detail operates in a dynamic, multi-faceted, and fast paced environment.
Duties
Duties for this detail include, but are not limited to:
Ensure the overall safety and security of designated principals and their properties.
Maintain a knowledge of baseline principal, property and neighborhood activities
Monitor property and area activities and conditions via closed-circuit television camera system and physical perimeter checks
Monitor traditional and social media for potential threats
Controlling access to properties and maintenance of security logs for guests, service personnel, and vendors.
Drive or tail principal/s, family member, guests
Conduct advance work as needed
Screen and track mail and deliveries
Monitor the following:
Weather and natural disasters
Traffic
Public safety incidents and trends
Neighborhood watch programs
Local and national current events
Coordinate with site staff to accomplish common tasks
Complete daily household tasks and maintenance as requested by principals
Ensures 24/7 operational readiness through stocking supplies and equipment upkeep
Operate within parameters established by standard operating procedures and applicable laws
Coordinate with and support executive protection element of the team
Opportunities for driving and special off-site assignments/details.
Demonstrate proficiency in use and proper maintenance for all equipment (i.e., vehicles, medical supplies, communications devices, etc.)
Potential local travel approximately 5% -10% of the time to other RST sites or principal destinations.
Must be flexible and open to working overtime shifts whether they are night or day shift, coming in early and staying late if needed.
Must possess the ability to multitask in a very fast-paced environment.
Must be able to stay vigilant sitting in a vehicle or security office for extended periods of time.
Must be a proactive problem solver with the capability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must possess a good understanding of the latest technology in security camera systems, use of smartphones, communications, and collaboration apps (Google Drive, Word, Excel & Power Point).
Must be dog friendly.
Must keep a professional appearance, have good personal hygiene
Must be responsive via phone call, text and email as needed to support the team.
Excellent communicator with the ability to be personable, successfully interact with clients, superiors, peers, vendors and neighbors
Position Qualifications
~2-4+ years of combined experience in relevant security, military, and/or law enforcement positions
~ Physically fit to facilitate emergency responses
~ Valid Driver's License with clean driving record
~ American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED for Adult, Child & Infant certification
~ California BSIS Guard Card
~ California BSIS Exposed Firearm Permit with 9mm endorsement
~ Passport
~*All certifications must be current. Employees are responsible for keeping all certifications/licenses active
Physical Requirements
Ability to patrol the property and access areas quickly
Physically able to capture and detain individuals if necessary
Prolonged periods sitting of 5+ hours at a desk and monitoring surveillance equipment
Prolonged periods of standing on your feet without a break 4-5+ hours
Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time
Must be able to lift, drag a human up to 200lbs or more, if necessary
Must be able to bend, twist, stoop, crawl
Being able to respond to physical attacks, natural disasters, evacuations
Required Skills and Traits
Excels working in a team environment
Exceptional emotional intelligence
Strong customer service skills
Strong situational awareness and attention to detail
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks frequently and for long durations
High proficiency with firearms
Excellent critical thinking and sound judgement
Friendly, approachable and professional demeanor
High moral and ethical character
Desired
Bachelor's degree
Bilingual (Spanish, American Sign Language, etc.)
Prior residential and/or fixed site security experience
Proficient in the use of social media collection tools in support of protective intelligence
Training in defensive tactics, counter surveillance/surveillance detection, covert protection and basic medical support experience.
Prior training course(s) in residential security or executive protection
Prior attendance of a recognized EP school (i.e., ESI, EPI, Oatman, PFC, ITG4, TFTT)
Advanced emergency medical certification – Active First Responder, EMT or paramedic
Customer service experience
Experience working with children
Regularly active in outdoor activities such as mountain biking, hiking, ocean sports, etc.
Valid California or H.R.218 carry concealed weapons permit
Detail Structure
Full-time position on a 24/7 detail working the following:
Average of 15 12+ hour rotating shifts per month
Day and night shifts (0545-1900, 1845-0700)
Rotating 7 days on/7 days off schedule
Weekends
Holidays
Overtime/additional shifts as needed
Domestic/local travel (if desired by the principal/s)
Quarterly sustainment training - firearms, defensive tactics, medical, driving
Salary and Benefits
~ Base pay rate of $36.75 per hour
~ Minimum compensation of $110,000 per year
~ Pay structure per shift includes built-in overtime and double-time in accordance with California and federal laws
~ Paid sick leave
~ Paid time off (PTO) accrual
~ Holiday pay for select holidays (6)
~ Company 401(k)
~ Flexible insurance plans - Medical, dental and vision
~ Up to 100% of employee premium paid for by Keelson (plan upgradable for additional employee paid premium)
~$150 credit per family member (up to 4 family members)
~ Life Insurance
~ Long Term Disability
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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 by the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services:
Private Patrol Operator (PPO) #120989
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Weekend work, Day shift, Early shift,
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