GardaWorld is seeking experienced and professional Executive Protection (EP) Agents to join our growing Executive Protection program in Calgary, Alberta on an ad hoc / on-call basis.
This role is intended for seasoned protective professionals with a strong background in executive protection, close protection, law enforcement, military, or high-level private security operations. Assignments may include local protection details, residential security, secure transportation, airport movements, event security, and short-notice deployments.
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Variable schedule based on client assignments
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Competitive hourly rates between $35-$50/hour based on experience, training, and assignment complexity
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Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
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Provide close protection and protective surveillance for clients in dynamic environments.
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Conduct threat and risk assessments before and during assignments.
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Perform advance work, route planning, venue assessments, and contingency planning.
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Deliver secure transportation and protective driving support when required.
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Maintain continuous situational awareness and professional client interaction.
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Prepare operational notes and incident reports as required.
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Deploy on short notice, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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Minimum 3 years of verifiable Executive Protection / Close Protection experience.
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Experience conducting protective movements, advance planning, and protective surveillance.
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Experience working independently and as part of a multi-agent protective detail.
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Valid Alberta Security Services and Investigators Act (SSIA) Security Services Worker License.
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Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract.
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Recognized Executive Protection / Close Protection certification from a reputable training provider.
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Protective operations and advance planning training.
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Threat assessment and protective intelligence awareness.
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Emergency response and evacuation procedures.
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Documented protective / defensive driving training.
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Demonstrated experience operating executive sedans, luxury SUVs, and client vehicles.
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Ability to perform route selection, alternate routing, and movement planning.
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Comfortable driving in urban, highway, and adverse weather conditions.
Only candidates who meet the minimum 3 years of Executive Protection experience, licensing, and training requirements will be considered. Successful applicants will be required to pass a background check and may be asked to participate in a practical assessment, including protective driving and operational scenario evaluation.
