Executive Protection (EP) Driver

**OVERVIEW** Cooke & Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Executive Protection (EP) Driver to provide secure, discreet transportation for C-suite level executives in San Francisco, California. This role requires a candidate who is physically fit and able to walk approximately 3 to 5 miles per day. This is a hybrid role. Secure driving is the primary function, with a secondary executive protection component. It is dedicated to supporting C-suite level executives day-to-day and is intended for a seasoned professional who operates proactively while maintaining a low-profile presence. The EP Driver works closely with the client's corporate security team on route planning, risk assessment, and emergency response, and maintains a protective presence while the Principal is in transit and at designated locations. The position requires advanced driving ability, sound protective judgment, and the discretion to operate in close proximity to a high-profile individual. **POSITION DETAILS** **Location:** **** This role is based in San Francisco, CA. Candidates must currently reside within the Bay Area or be willing to relocate at their own expense. No remote work or relocation assistance is available. **Schedule:** **** Monday through Friday, approximately 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with on-call availability for emergency transport. Occasional weekend work based on the Principal's needs. **Employment Type:** **** Full-Time, Non-Exempt (W-2), paid hourly. Overtime eligibility subject to California state and federal labor laws. **Attire:** **** Plain clothes, business or business-casual appearance consistent with the Principal's environment. **Role Type:** **** Armed, concealed carry, plain-clothes secure driving with a secondary executive protection component. **Travel:** **** Occasional travel in support of the Principal. **Compensation:** **** $55.00 to $60.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, plus overtime in compliance with California labor law. **POSITION SUMMARY** This position functions as a plain-clothes EP Driver responsible for the secure transport, protection, and confidentiality of the Principal. Secure driving is the primary function of the role, with executive protection as a secondary component. The EP Driver conducts route planning and advance work, operates a protective vehicle, maintains readiness for emergency transport and evacuation, and provides close protective coverage during movements and at designated locations. The EP Driver operates within established client protocols and Cooke & Associates policies. This role carries no law enforcement authority, and all actions must align with client direction, use-of-force guidelines, and escalation procedures. The role requires sound judgment, situational awareness, and the ability to act decisively while maintaining discretion and a professional presence appropriate to a high-profile environment. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** - Provide safe, professional, and discreet transportation for the Principal between residence, office, and other locations as required. - Conduct pre-trip route assessments, identifying primary and alternate routes to mitigate risk. - Conduct route surveillance, counter-surveillance, and advance sweeps of destinations as required. - Maintain constant readiness for emergency transport and evacuation scenarios. - Maintain a protective presence for the Principal while in transit and at designated locations. - Maintain situational awareness and proactively identify potential security risks during all movements. - Respond calmly and effectively to security incidents, accidents, or emergencies while prioritizing the safety of the Principal. - Conduct daily vehicle inspections and coordinate maintenance and refueling to ensure the vehicle is operational, clean, and secure at all times. - Coordinate with the corporate security team, executive assistants, and emergency response units through secure communication. - Provide real-time updates on t…