Bodyguard

The U.S. Mission in Estonia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Bodyguard in the Tallinn office. 

Incumbent serves as a Bodyguard (BG) in the execution of protective security operations for the U.S. Ambassador/Chief of Mission (COM), and other designated or visiting U.S. government officials as directed. Under the supervision of the BG Supervisor and managed by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) to U.S. Embassy Tallinn in order to protect him/her from harm.

PLEASE COPY THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BROWSER TO APPLY THROUGH DEPARTMENT OF STATE OFFICIAL RECRUITMENT APPLICATION: 

https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=vg9omhvnpt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=71440&orgId=125

• A minimum of two (2) years of private sector, government, police, or military experience in one or more of the following categories: bodyguard, armed escort, law enforcement officer, combat arms or infantry soldier, or other related professional security experience.
• Completion of secondary education, high school diploma, or the local equivalent.
• Estonian and English language is required
• Must have initiative and resourcefulness in accomplishing tasks.
• Must be able to deal effectively with people of other cultures to obtain cooperation and reach common goals.
• Possesses good leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work variable shifts, 24 hour on-call schedule, and able to travel outside capital city on an as needed basis.
• Must be alert, have fast reflexes, active thinking, excellent observational skills, adaptation, take decisive actions, stay calm in dangerous situations, teamwork, communication skills, etc. and have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Must be physically fit and be able to endure frequent travel, long working hours, and a stressful working environment while maintaining the above standards. 
• Must have valid driver license.
• Must be able to demonstrate judgment and basic safe driving skills in both oral and practical examination.
• Should be able to operate an armored vehicle (if available) and pass the defensive driving training. 

• Gross salary from 1200-1700 € per month
• Training courses for self-development
• American holidays in addition to Estonian ones
• Christmas bonus