IC Personal Protection Officer SC (PPOSC)

IC Personal Protection Officer SC1099 - ContractorSC, USJob TitleIC Personal Protection Officer SCTeamCorporate ServicesLocationCharleston, South Carolina LowcountryWork TypeRotating 12-hour shifts**Resume submitted must list current residence which should demonstrate proximity and availability to work in the South Carolina Lowcountry, vicinity Charleston.Job SummaryThe Osen-Hunter Group (OHG) provides training and operational support to the defense and intelligence communities of the US Government and assess-design-build security program solutions for select private-sector clients.The Personal Protection Officer (PPO) will work as a member of a Personal Security Detail (PSD) AS NEEDED to ensure the safety and security of a Principal/Protectee and/or Principal Group. They will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, flexible, and possess excellent executive-level communication and interpersonal skills with dedication to customer service. They will be trustworthy and discreet, being exposed to the business and personal life of the designated principal(s)/protectee(s) and will always conduct their duties with the highest degree of professionalism.This independent-contract position is based in Charleston, SC; the PPO must be available to work AS NEEDED in the South Carolina Lowcountry region.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide armed and unarmed close protective security to designated principal(s)/protectee(s) in private and public settings.Conduct advance site visits and security planning as required, to include route analysis.Consume and create protective intelligence to support protective operations.Conduct surveillance detection and countersurveillance activities in the course of protective operations.Maintain a high degree of proficiency in all close protection skill sets, to include firearms proficiency, tactics, defensive/evasive driving techniques, and surveillance detection/countersurveillance.Drive company vehicle (Limo) in a safe and defensive manner with a high degree of awareness.Maintain Limo in best condition possible through preventative maintenance, to include cleanliness and presentation.Report all relevant security events, incidents, or concerns to the PM.Complete all administrative tasks (paperwork, to include time sheets, receipts, expense reports, etc.) in a full and timely manner.Perform all duties with sound judgment, discretion, and appropriate restraint.Perform all duties with care and concern for the well-being of the Principal Group.Perform administrative, logistical, and/or training responsibilities.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsHold a current, ARMED South Carolina Registered Security Officer registration with SLED, or willing to acquire.Hold current (non)resident Concealed Weapons Permit (CWP), or willing to acquire.Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, intelligence, homeland security or related discipline, or 7 or more years of directly relevant and documented experience.US Government or US Military Special Operations or LEO SWAT experience, required. SWAT experience should be on a Tier 1 or 2 tactical team with capabilities per NTOA TROS 2023.Must be able to effectively operate/manipulate handguns, rifles and shotguns; optics; and communications equipment.Must be able to travel CONUS/OCONUS for brief periods with little or no prior notice both by air and vehicle.Must be readily available for duty consideration, even during off-duty hours.Must have demonstrated judgment and sound decision-making abilities and skills, commensurate with the responsibilities of armed protective security.Must be customer service-oriented and a team player.Must be able to perform detailed and effective route planning and navigation in unfamiliar locations with little or no prior notice.Must be proficient with MS Office applications, required.Hold current first aid/CPR/AED certification, or willing to acquire.Hold a valid driver's license, required.Must be a US citizen, required.Physical RequirementsMust maintain a high level of grooming, physical fitness, and professional appearance.Must be able to kneel, squat, run, climb, stretch, bend. This position requires full mobility and dexterity to operate vehicles and equipment.Must be able to maintain a standing or sitting position for up to two (2) hours, to include within the confines of a vehicle.Must be able to walk, jog, or ride a bicycle for up to one (1) hour.Must be able to lift and carry fifty (50) lbs. up and down two (2) flights of stairs.Must be able to carry/drag one-hundred eighty-five (185) lbs. a minimum distance of twenty-five (25) yards on level terrain within a time of thirty (30) seconds.Compensation$50 - $75/hour, based on experience and licensure.