Risk, Security and Executive Protection Specialist

Oakland County, Michigan Government

full-time

Posted on: 8/23/2025

Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States

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💰 $73,702 - $98,746 per year

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

You will plan, execute, and manage executive protection programs while guiding and coordinating team members. You will analyze threats and vulnerabilities, from global to local, and develop proactive strategies to safeguard county leadership and facilities. You will partner with Risk Management and other departments on behavioral threat assessments, loss control, and related investigations. You will serve as the building emergency coordinator, train volunteers, and collaborate with safety teams and law enforcement to strengthen emergency readiness. You will represent Risk Management in business continuity efforts to ensure strong preparedness and compliance. You will research, develop, and implement security policies and procedures that reflect industry-leading standards. You will plan, execute, and manage executive protection programs while guiding and coordinating team members.

Possess an associate’s degree or equivalent education from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Law Enforcement or closely related field. Have had at least four (4) years of full-time experience as a criminal or other investigator, Executive Protection, security/asset protection, or police professional, or other closely related field. Possess a valid motor vehicle or chauffeur's license with satisfactory driving record. Have not been convicted of a violation of criminal law. Able to legally possess/carry firearm; must obtain Concealed Pistol License within 90 days of hire. Must successfully complete professional EPU training within 180 days of hire, or as soon as practicable. Must successfully complete firearms training within 180 days of hire. Must complete advanced Behavioral Threat Assessment training within 180 days of hire or as soon as practicable.