Executive Protection Manager

170+ Years Strong. Industry Leader. Global Impact. At Pinkerton, the mission is to protect our clients. To do this, we provide enterprise risk management services and programs specifically designed for each client. Pinkerton employees are one of our most important assets and critical to the delivery of world-class solutions. Bonded together, we share a commitment to integrity, vigilance, and excellence. Pinkerton is an inclusive employer who seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our family of industry subject matter experts. The Executive Protection Manager, assigned to one of Pinkerton's clients, will be responsible for leading and managing the EP function to ensure the safety and security of high-profile principals through effective coordination. This role includes leading and managing the Executive Protection (EP) function by developing and implementing relevant policies, procedures, and standards. Key functions of the role include coordinating in-person protection and response efforts, especially during public appearances, special events, and travel. Additionally, the Manager will improve risk assessment capabilities to evaluate potential threats and provide actionable intelligence to support the protection program. Responsibilities Represent Pinkerton's core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence. Ensure all services are conducted in a timely and professional manner and aligned with Pinkerton's Service Delivery Standards. Develop and refine policies and procedures that govern the client's Executive Protection (EP) program : Monitor external developments including, but not limited to, best practices, tools, and technologies to enhance the overall program, create client-specified standard operating procedures. Recommend specific security features and communicate with executive protection partners to implement program details. Conduct on-going performance improvement assessments and after-action reports. Oversee assigned EP Agents and coordinate schedules to ensure the appropriate coverage when additional coverage is needed. Assist with protection schedules and team assignments and communicate employee performance concerns to all stakeholders. Provide close protection and other security-related functions for the client during high-visibility and / or high-risk events. Lead counter surveillance operations, perform protective advance planning and threat vulnerability assessments. Transport the client and / or family members to events and appointments using evasive and / or defensive driving tactics, as needed. Effectively manage the client and / or their family / representative requests against the need to ensure all safety and security precautions, respond to emergencies, and perform medical operations. Prepare and deliver executive briefings and reports. Deescalate tense situations or individuals that arise and communicate vulnerabilities or safety concerns in a timely manner. Complete suspicious activity reports and incident reports. shift logs, pattern of life reports, medical treatment reports, and other administrative requirements. Operate and maintain protective, operations, and communications equipment and promptly identify and escalate deficiencies / failures. All other duties, as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree with a combination of at least seven years of hands-on executive protection, team leadership, and program development / management. Rhode Island Attorney General's Unrestricted Concealed Carry Permit (CCP), or Rhode Island Attorney General's Work Purposes CCP required. Knowledgeable of security practices, risk assessments, and advance planning. Client relationship management skills. Defensive driving tactics training / experience. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Independent judgment / decision-making and problem resolution skills. Able to interact collaboratively at all levels and across diverse cultures. Concierge-level customer service skills. Serve as an effective team leader. Effective verbal, written, and presentation skills. Able to identify and adapt quickly to emerging situations. Computer skills; Microsoft Office. Working Conditions : With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform all essential functions effectively; Regular computer usage. Occasional reaching and lifting of small objects and operating office equipment. Frequent sitting, standing and / or walking. On occasion, may be required to perform stressful and physical activity. Domestic and / or international travel. 24 / 7 availability. Pinkerton is an equal opportunity employer to all applicants and positions without regard to race / ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex / gender, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, marital / prenatal status, pregnancy / childbirth or related conditions, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any protected status by local, state, federal or country-specific law. Benefits Benefit options include employer-paid life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D, medical, (HSA) Health Savings Account, (FSA) Flexible Savings Account, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(K), paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holidays) and several employee assistance-related programs. This information provides a brief benefit overview. Upon the acceptance of an employment offer, the new employee will receive comprehensive plan details based on specific eligibility rules. Posted Salary Range USD $150,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 / Yr. Employment Type : Full Time Salary : $150,000 Annual