Executive Protection Driver (Armed) - Contractor

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary and Objective

The Executive Protection Driver will be responsible for protection, driving, and security for executives. We are seeking a highly skilled and discreet Executive Protection Driver with a minimum of 5 years’ experience working with C-suite level executives. The ideal candidate will possess advanced driving skills, executive protection training, and a valid New York State firearm permit appropriate for professional armed security duties.

This full-time role involves operating a luxury vehicle while ensuring the safety, security, and confidentiality of the principal during travel to and from business and personal engagements.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Safely transport C-suite executive(s) to scheduled destinations throughout New York City and surrounding areas

• Conduct route planning, traffic monitoring, and contingency planning to ensure timely arrivals

• Maintain a professional and discreet demeanor at all times

• Conduct vehicle inspections before and after each trip

• Remain in close proximity to the vehicle and principal when on standby

• Coordinate with security teams and administrative staff as needed

• Maintain situational awareness and respond effectively to any threats or emergencies

• Maintain a clean, mechanically sound, and fully fueled vehicle

• Ensure strict confidentiality at all times

• Must be able to manage time appropriately

• All other duties as assigned

Competencies and Attributes

• Excellent time-management skills

• Exceptional vigilance and attention to detail

• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities

• Ability to work independently and make decisive, well-informed decisions

• Proven capability in handling high-stress situations and de-escalating conflicts 

• Emotional intelligence and awareness to handle high stress situations with candor

Qualifications and Education

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an executive protection driver or in a similar role serving high-profile clientele

• Prior law enforcement, military, or high-level private security background

• Valid New York State driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Valid New York State Armed Guard Registration Card (issued by the NYS Department of State)

• Possession of a valid New York State Pistol License and authorization to carry a firearm while on duty (must comply with New York Penal Law Article 400 and applicable NYC requirements)

• Must have completed all required New York state training for an armed security guard (must provide certificates)

• Certification in Executive Protection or close protection (preferred: EP schools such as ESI, EPI, or similar)

• Excellent knowledge of New York City and tri-state area roadways

• Experience in emergency response

• Strong judgment, discretion, and interpersonal communication skills

• Professional appearance and demeanor
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Tactical/emergency driving course certification (EVOC, SDC, etc.)   

• CPR/AED and First Aid certificate

• Familiarity with secure communications and advanced work
  

Position Type and Schedule

• Full-time (FT)

• In-person position located in New York City

• Potential to convert to a full-time W2 employee after successfully completing a trial period that consists of working one week at a time
  

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodation requires the physical and mental capacity to perform all essential functions effectively. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: 

• Exposure to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals or high-alert security issues

• Exposure to sensitive and confidential information

• Must be able to sit and drive for extended periods

• Must be physically fit to respond to emergencies and potentially assist with protective movement

• Frequent sitting and standing
  

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Global Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran, disabled status, or genetic information. If you need reasonable accommodation regarding the application process, do not hesitate to contact HRrecruiting@globalguardian.com

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