ABOUT US

Veterans Covert Protection Group (VCPG) provides security services to prominent clients throughout California. We are veteran-owned and hire qualified individuals who provide exceptional security duties and great customer service.

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Pay: $35/hour starting

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position would be at a series of regular posts around the South Bay Area.

Security Agents are required to provide exceptional customer service to all clients, customers, and patrons. An agent must be prepared to operate individually or as part of a small team. All clients, customers, and members of the public must receive excellent service from our agents.

BENEFITS

• Pay is every two weeks
• Discounted monthly firearms and defensive training
• No minimum hours worked per week
• Uniform provided upon request

REQUIREMENTS

• Possess a valid CA CCW, HR218, or LEOSA
• Possess a valid CA Guard Card
• Have a valid driver’s license
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Have the legal right to work in the United States
• Able to speak, read, and write English
• The ambition to be of service and protect others
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience providing physical security, surveillance, emergency response, access control, and/or incident management
• Aptitude for clear and effective written and verbal directions
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Be physically fit and able to sit and stand for extended periods (8-12 hours)
• Maintain composure in working with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public in all environmental conditions

DESIRED QUALITIES

• Experience designing and implementing security procedures including threat assessment methods and EP SOPs
• Ability to provide customer service to clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response if needed
• Able to adjust and adapt to different environments and personalities
• Able to respond calmly to critical situations

HOW TO APPLY

Apply via Indeed or on our website at https://www.vcpg.us/apply.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

One-step interview process, in-person at our Pleasanton office. We get back to every candidate, whether you get the job or not.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Rate: $35/hour

Veterans Covert Protection Group is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 25 per week

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What is your CI number?
• Do you have an active exposed carry permit?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Required)
• Security: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• California CCW, HR218, or LEOSA? (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)
• California Guard Card (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person