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Manager, Executive Protection
Manager, Executive ProtectionFord Motor • Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Manager, Executive Protection

Manager, Executive Protection

Ford Motor • Dearborn, Michigan, USA
10 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

As a global leader in advanced mobility solutions our outstanding team of legal professionals helps us navigate the continually changing legal and regulatory our Office of General Counsel youll be part of an organization that collaborates with outside counsel to operate as a global team and deliver world-class legal tax and audit services to client groups throughout the company. At Ford Motor Company we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrows transportation.

In this position

Reporting to the Director Executive Protection this critical leadership role oversees and manages a team of Executive Protection Specialists dedicated to ensuring the comprehensive safety security and privacy of company executives and their families. The Executive Protection Manager is responsible for all aspects of protective operationsdomestic and internationalincluding detailed advance planning secure transportation coordination and rapid incident response. This position demands exceptional professionalism discretion high emotional intelligence and the capacity to maintain both operational excellence and strategic oversight within complex corporate and global environments. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader in executive protection risk assessment and team management with a proven ability to lead and inspire teams across diverse environments and jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

What youll do

  • Supervise mentor and evaluate a team of Executive Protection Specialists assigned to corporate leadership and family members fostering a high-performing and accountable team culture
  • Plan coordinate and oversee secure movements events and travel for executives both domestically and internationally managing complex travel logistics
  • Direct all phases of security advances including venue assessments route planning logistics and contingency planning
  • Develop and implement comprehensive risk assessments threat mitigation strategies and protective protocols aligned with corporate security standards
  • Lead protective operations for major corporate events board meetings and executive travel initiatives
  • Maintain readiness for rapid deployment and immediate response to emerging threats or incidents overseeing all aspects of critical incident management
  • Ensure full compliance with all applicable federal state firearm and security regulations for the team
  • Produce detailed operational plans post-incident reports advance briefs and situational summaries for executive and security leadership
  • Serve as a subject-matter expert and liaison during cross-functional planning and crisis management
  • Uphold the highest standards of professionalism confidentiality and discretion in all protective operations
  • Collaborate with internal Ford teams and external agencies (e.g. law enforcement government officials) to plan and execute security for special events
  • Ensure accurate reporting documentation and timely escalation of all security-related matters
  • Oversee the management and maintenance of security technology communication equipment and operational assets used by the team
  • Identify physical security gaps through proactive initiatives and drive their resolution within protective operations
  • Manage and oversee the security and privacy of company classified and sensitive information related to protective services

Qualifications

Youll have

  • Bachelors degree or equivalent executive / close protection experience
  • Minimum five (5) years experience in law enforcement military or equivalent
  • Three (3) years experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity
  • Demonstrated success protecting senior corporate executives board members or high-profile individuals in domestic and international environments
  • Proven expertise in defensive and evasive driving supported by documented training and practical experience
  • Basic first aid CPR / AED certification
  • Possession of a valid Concealed Pistol License (CPL) or meet state requirements to obtain one within 1 month of hire with demonstrated advanced firearm proficiency as a condition of hire
  • Valid drivers license with an impeccable driving record
  • Exceptional physical fitness and stamina to perform demanding protective duties
  • Advanced proficiency in utilizing security-related software communication systems and technology platforms for planning operations and reporting
  • Availability to work 24 / 7 including weekends holidays and irregular schedules as required and ability to travel extensively domestically and internationally often on short notice and for extended durations
  • Demonstrated ability to make sound independent decisions under pressure with minimal supervision
  • Even better youll have

  • Advanced degree in Criminal Justice Security Management or related discipline
  • Ten (10) years experience in executive / close protection
  • Seven (7) years experience leading people
  • Possession of a LEOSA credential or meet the requirements to obtain one within 1 month of hire
  • Advanced medical certification (e.g. EMT TCCC or equivalent trauma care)
  • Formal training in defensive / evasive driving surveillance detection and advance operations
  • Proficiency in one or more foreign languages
  • Experience conducting international executive protection operations including cultural and diplomatic protocols
  • Demonstrated expertise in advance work risk analysis and threat assessment
  • Demonstrated excellent communication (oral and written) decision-making and problem-solving skills under pressure
  • Proven ability to prioritize and perform effectively in high-stress situations with exceptional attention to detail and adaptability
  • Customer-focused mindset delivering with accuracy diligence and discretion
  • As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like : will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including :

    Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage.

    Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care and more.

    Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more.

    Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases.

    Tuition assistance.

    Established and active employee resource groups.

    Paid time off for individual and team community service.

    A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day.

    Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

    This position is a leadership level 6. For more information on salary and benefits click here.

    Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color age sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability status or protected veteran the United States if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.

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