Criminal Investigator (special Agent)

U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking government agency is seeking dedicated individuals to join the ranks as Special Agents. This role offers the opportunity to engage in vital protective and investigative work, ensuring the safety and security of the nation. Starting with a competitive salary and significant promotion potential, candidates will undergo rigorous assessments and training to prepare for the challenges ahead. With a commitment to excellence and integrity, this position is perfect for those ready to make a meaningful impact in law enforcement. If you are passionate about serving your country and have the qualifications to excel, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree or specialized experience.
• Top-Secret Clearance is required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform critical protective and investigative assignments.
• Complete assessments to receive a Conditional Job Offer.

Skills

Investigative methods

Protective methods

Law enforcement techniques

Physical fitness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Ph.D. or equivalent

Job description

Joining the Secret Service as a Special Agent will allow you to perform critical protective and investigative assignments. The Special Agent position starts at a base salary of $47,462.00 (GL-07, step 1), with promotion potential to $115,079.00 (GS-13, step 10).

This position is covered by Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) which is an additional compensation of 25% of the locality rate.

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Duties

Requirements

Conditions of Employment:

• Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500,1000 and 2000Hz ranges.
• Obtain a Top-Secret Clearance and retain it during your career.
• Use your official name on your application as it appears on your valid government identification (i.e., Driver License, State ID, Passport).

You are minimally qualified for the GL-07 Level (starting base salary $47,462) if you possess one of the following:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with superior academic achievement (S.A.A.).
• At least one full year of graduate level education (i.e., 18 semester hours); OR
• At least 1 year of specialized experience in, or related to, the investigative methods, protective methods, and law enforcement techniques.

You are minimally qualified for the GL-09 Level (starting base salary $53,043) if you possess one of the following:

• A master's or equivalent graduate degree; OR
• Have at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GL-7 level; OR
• A combination of specialized experience and related graduate level education.

You are minimally qualified for the GS-11 Level (Starting base salary $62,107) if you possess one of the following:

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR
• Have at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GL-9 level; OR
• A combination of specialized experience and related graduate level education.

Qualified applicants will only be referred at the highest grade level for which they qualify.

Applicants must successfully complete and pass Phase 1 assessments to receive a Conditional Job Offer.

Phase I:

• National Crime Information Center (NCIC)
• Special Agent Entrance Exam (SAEE)
• Applicant Physical Abilities Test
• Interview

Phase II:

• Credit Check
• Security Interview
• Polygraph examination
• Drug screening
• Medical examination
• Background investigation (a top-secret security clearance)

The Secret Service follows stringent guidelines relating to illegal drug usage. For more information regarding the U.S. Secret Service drug guidelines, please click here to view our Drug Policy.

As part of the application process, the applicant will be required to complete the United States Secret Service Applicant Physical Abilities Test (APAT), which is a physical fitness assessment consisting of four components (push-ups, sit-ups, Illinois Agility Run, and a 1.5 Mile Run).

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