On Call Close Protection Officer

**Job Summary**:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate on-call Close Protection Officer to join our team. As a Close protection Officer, you will be responsible for providing personal protection to clients in various settings, including corporate, governmental, or private sectors. Their primary duty is to ensure the safety and security of their clients by mitigating risks and responding swiftly to any potential threats. They keep clients safe from unwanted attention or physical harm. They are responsible for assessing security measures and providing discreet surveillance.

**Key responsibilities**:

- Provide close protection to the principal as required, ensuring their safety and security in all environments.
- Loyalty and Trustworthiness: CPOs build strong relationships of trust with their clients, often becoming integral members of their personal or professional lives. Loyalty and discretion are essential traits in maintaining these relationships.
- Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities and develop appropriate security measures to mitigate risks
- Manage the client's transportation logistics, including route planning, vehicle security, and coordination with drivers to ensure safe and efficient travel
- Be prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to emergency situations, including medical emergencies, security breaches, or other threats to the client's safety
- Always maintain the highest level of professionalism and discretion, respecting the client's privacy and confidentiality

**Qualifications and Requirements**:

- Minimum of 2 year of experience in close protection or a related field, with a proven track record of providing security services to high-profile clients
- Hold valid certifications in close protection/security
- Excellent physical condition with the ability to meet the demands of the role
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, team members, and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to think quickly and make sound decisions under pressure, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset
- Awareness and understanding of cultural differences and customs, with the ability to adapt to diverse environments and situations
- Willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as occasional travel both domestically and internationally
- Excellent knowledge of Lower Mainland Area of BC

**Essential requirements**:

- Clean and valid driving licence
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Excellent physical health
- Ability to handle stressful situations with composure
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Relevant accreditation/qualifications
- Familiarity with law enforcement procedures and protocols
- Experience operating CCTV systems is a plus
- First Aid Training
- AST/BST Training

**Personality Profile**:

- Professional appearance
- Discrete
- Patient and able to stay calm under pressure
- Flexible
- Intuitive

About us
Cadmus Security Services is a privately-owned company delivering dynamic and innovative security solutions throughout BC in Canada. We take our commitment to principles of fairness and mutual respect for people of all faiths and cultures seriously and we expect our employees to do so as well. We take firm action where any concerns are raised internally and by our clients, customers and members of the public.

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Do you have a work permit or visa to work in Canada

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- close protection/related security: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Security Guard Licence (required)
- Advanced Security Training (AST) (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Lower Mainland, BC (required)

Work Location: In person