Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - $40,000 Recruitment Incentive

U.S. Secret Service; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a courageous and determined team at an elite agency dedicated to protecting the nation. As a special agent, you will engage in critical investigations and provide security for high-profile protectees. This unique role requires a commitment to excellence, with opportunities for career advancement while serving your country with honor. If you're ready to take on the challenge and make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required with a valid driver's license.
• Must maintain firearm proficiency and obtain Top Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide protection for various protectees.
• Conduct criminal investigations related to U.S. financial obligations.
• Plan security designs for National Special Security Events.

Skills

Firearm Proficiency

Investigative Skills

Security Planning

Job description

Recruitment Incentive

Applicants may be eligible for a $40,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply for complete details on the recruitment incentive details and eligibility.

About the Role

At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong, and determined. They form a diverse team capable of balancing investigative duties and fulfilling a protective legacy. Proven to be trustworthy and confident. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.

Duties

During their careers, special agents perform investigations and protection duties, often at multiple duty stations across the U.S. and abroad. Responsibilities include:

• Providing protection for various protectees.
• Conducting criminal investigations related to the financial obligations of the United States.
• Planning and executing security designs for National Special Security Events.

This is a unique career, and our special agents are extraordinary individuals. Demonstrate your talent and background, and you'll be rewarded as a member of our elite team. Explore a career that elevates you while serving your country with honor, distinction, and pride.

Minimum Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Possess a current valid driver's license.
• Carry and use a firearm; maintaining firearm proficiency is mandatory.
• Be at least 21 years old at application and less than 37 at the time of a conditional job offer, unless previous federal law enforcement service applies. Applicants with veteran's preference must receive a conditional offer before age 40 to proceed.
• Obtain and retain a Top Secret Clearance.
• Uncorrected visual acuity no worse than 20/100 binocular; corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
• Hearing loss must not exceed 25 decibels in either ear across specified frequencies.
• Undergo drug testing prior to employment and random testing during employment.
• Complete 13 weeks of intensive training at FLETC in Glynco, GA, and 18 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
• Sign a mobility agreement, willing to accept assignments nationwide and overseas.
• Register with the Selective Service System or be exempt, if applicable.