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

U.S. Secret Service; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an elite team of courageous individuals as a Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) with the U.S. Secret Service. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to serve your country while balancing investigative missions and fulfilling a protective legacy. As a special agent, you will be involved in providing protection for key individuals and conducting critical investigations. Your journey will include extensive training, ensuring you are well-prepared for the challenges ahead. If you are ready to embrace a career filled with honor, pride, and distinction, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required and must be at least 21 years old at application.
• Must obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide protection for various protectees.
• Conduct criminal investigations related to financial obligations.

Skills

Firearm Proficiency

Investigative Skills

Physical Fitness

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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

Join to apply for the Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - $40,000 Recruitment Incentive role at U.S. Secret Service.

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, eligibility, and requirements.

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

Duties

During their careers, special agents carry out assignments in investigations and protection, potentially at multiple duty stations across the U.S. and abroad. Responsibilities include:

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

Our special agents are exceptional individuals. Show us your talent and background, and you'll find rewarding opportunities as a U.S. Secret Service agent. Join our elite team and serve your country with honor, pride, and distinction.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must carry and use a firearm; firearm proficiency is mandatory.
• Be at least 21 years old at application and less than 37 at conditional job offer, unless prior federal law enforcement service qualifies for special law enforcement or firefighter retirement provisions. Veterans' preference applicants must receive a conditional offer before age 40.
• Obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
• Uncorrected visual acuity no worse than 20/100 binocular; corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better.
• Hearing loss must not exceed 25 decibels in either ear in specified frequency ranges.
• Pass a drug test prior to appointment and undergo random testing during employment.
• Complete 13 weeks of training at FLETC in Glynco, GA, and 18 weeks at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
• Willingness to accept assignments anywhere within the U.S. and overseas.
• Register with the Selective Service System or be exempt (if male and born after December 31, 1959).

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Other, Information Technology, Management
• Industries: Law Enforcement