OPPORTUNITY - SECURITY PROFESSIONAL - CHICAGO, IL

Full time | Chicago, IL, USA
posted 3 years ago

JOB DETAILS

Are you interested in progessing your career as a security professional in Chicago? 

Military, law enforcement, or security background is great, though not a requirement.  We’re less interested in what you are than who you are.  Our most successful protectors come from a variety of backgrounds and have succeeded because they are willing to learn, work hard, tell the truth, and flat out perform.  

Minimum Requirements

  • Drug and nicotine-free; required to participate in ongoing drug and nicotine screenings. 
  • Physically fit; must complete physical readiness test prior to job offer. 
  • Pass our pre-employment background investigation. 
  • Possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. 
  • Must be able to obtain a state firearms license. 

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous security experience, including remote monitoring, access control, physical security, emergency response. 
  • Prior training in Emergency Medicine, defensive tactics, arresting techniques and tactical firearms. 
  • Working knowledge of basic IT troubleshooting. 
  • Professional and friendly communicator with a positive attitude. 

Candidates who are selected by us benefit from the following during their first 2 years:

500 hours of training, mentoring instructing and certification - begining with our prestigious 12 day Protection Skills Academy held in Los Angeles. 

5000 hours experience protecting some of the world's most at risk individuals and enterprises 

Eligibility for 3 promotions - rising to the position of Security Staff Leader

Typical Work Week 

5  x 8 hour shifts totalling 40 hours 

Earnings 

Base earnings rise by the end of the first year as candidates gain more skills (eg CCW permit). We also offer merit based raised and bonuses as well as overtime. 

Annual Training Bonuses 

We provide additional bonuses for Protectors who obtain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) licensing, those who obtain Concealed Weapons Permits, and those who complete our Advanced Water Rescue Training. There is also an annual allowance for firearms training /ammunition or gym membership.

Benefits 

  • Medical Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Air Evacuation Coverage (during international travel)

Our Selection Process 

To be eligible for our selection process applicants must already be authorised to work in the United States. We do not sponsor work visas. 

1. Initial Questionaire 

2. Online information videos and full application

2. Recruiter introduction and interviews

3. Background Check & Polygraph

4. Offer of scholarship place at our prestigious 12 day Protection Skills Academy which will include physical readiness test and candidate assessment 

5. Offer of employment to successful candidates

 

CITIZENSHIP

  • United States

JOB ROLES

  • Close Protection
  • Corporate Security
  • CPO
  • Executive Protection
  • Executive Response Team
  • Protective Security Officer
  • PSO
  • Residential Security Team
  • RST
  • Security Driver
  • Security Officer



START LOCATION

Chicago, IL, USA

NUMBER OF PERSONNEL REQUIRED

1

REGION

North America

EXPIRATION

This job has now closed

Rate on Application

REQUIREMENTS

  • General Certification

    Clean Criminal Record

    Drug and Alcohol Medical Clearance

    Valid Passport

    Valid Driver's License

    High School Diploma or equiv

    3 Year Employment History

NOTES

Eligible CA-based Military Veterans and dependents are qualified to utilize the GI Bill® for PLT as additional income up to the first 2 years of employment.