We are Secure Community Network (SCN), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) serving as the official safety and security organization of the Jewish community in North America. Here at SCN, we deeply value the team of people who work diligently to commit their lives to action for a better tomorrow and we are excited to add a part-time Executive Protection Specialist (EPS) to our organization.
The Executive Protection Specialist is a part-time position responsible for the safety and security of SCN's key executives and other designated persons. This individual is responsible for performing security advances of business, events, and other locations, providing close protection, and addressing and/or supporting security requirements related to transportation.
WHAT YOU WILL DO: Provide protection and security-related functions for key SCN executives. Provide office security at SCN Headquarters. Provide advanced security assessment for meetings and events where key SCN and/or stakeholders will be present to ensure an appropriate level of protection. Engage and maintain effective relationships with local security providers and law enforcement agencies to ensure an ability to cover events or obtain assistance when required. Conduct advance visits to ensure logistics are thoroughly planned and performed, specifically entry and exit point control. Act as the liaison between SCN executive management staff and local, state, and federal law enforcement partners. Provide executive protection for key SCN executives to/from residence to office or scheduled events as applicable. Provide protectee vehicle security. Oversee emergency situations impacting SCN leadership, including security threats, natural and/or human-made disasters, and medical emergencies. Utilize de-escalation techniques through conversation and managing situations for the protection of the SCN executive and employees. Provide and utilize first aid, AED, and stop-the-bleed equipment and techniques as necessary. Proactively utilize protective intelligence techniques and information to mitigate threats as they emerge. QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of law enforcement certification from an accredited law enforcement academy or approved United States Military Criminal Investigative or Law Enforcement Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) with at least 10 years of sworn law enforcement experience (candidate is currently sworn law enforcement, retired in good standing, and/or honorably discharged from the military).? Must qualify under LEOSA (HR 218) to legally possess a concealed firearm. Weapons Qualifications training. Experience using intelligence database search tools. CPR, AED, and First Aid training. Trustworthy with a proven track record of successfully working in a team environment and maintaining strict confidentiality. Adept at observing individual body language for threats and strong intuition for situation awareness. Ability to make decisions under pressure. Resourceful and able to obtain information quickly and know who to go to if the information is not readily available. Impeccable driving and navigation skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite on a Mac. Organized with strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently on an assignment and collaboratively as a member of a team. ABOUT SCN The Secure Community Network (SCN), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the official homeland safety and security organization of the Jewish community in North America. Founded in 2004 under the auspices of The Jewish Federations of North America and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, SCN serves as the central organization dedicated exclusively to the safety and security of the American Jewish community, working across 146 federations, 50 partner organizations, over 300 independent communities, and other partners in the public, private, nonprofit, and academic sectors. SCN is dedicated to ensuring that Jewish organizations, communities, life, and culture can not only exist safely and securely but flourish. Learn more at securecommunitynetwork.org .
Secure Community Network is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. SCN has long been a committed leader in adopting, modeling, and encouraging adherence to Jewish values, including advocating for approaches that address issues related to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA). Please review our DEIA statement here .