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

United States Secret Service Association; Village of New Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a courageous and determined team at the U.S. Secret Service, where you'll protect the nation and conduct vital investigations. This elite role requires individuals who are not only skilled but also possess the integrity and strength to uphold the agency's legacy. As a special agent, you will engage in diverse assignments, ensuring the safety of protectees and contributing to national security. With intensive training and a commitment to excellence, you will serve your country with honor and pride, making a significant impact on the safety and security of the United States.

Benefits

Recruitment incentive of $40,000

Comprehensive training programs

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be U.S. citizen, 21-37 years old, and possess a driver's license.
• Top Secret Clearance and firearm proficiency are mandatory.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Firearm proficiency

Investigative skills

Security planning

Crisis management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Federal Law Enforcement Training

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.

At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.

During the course of their careers, special agents carry out assignments in both investigations and protection and may be assigned to multiple duty stations throughout the U.S. and abroad. Duties include:

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

This is no ordinary job, and our special agents are no ordinary individuals. Show us you have the talent and background we need, and we'll show you the rewards that come with being a special agent in the U.S. Secret Service. We invite you to become part of our elite team. Explore a career that will take you to new heights while you serve your country with honor, distinction and pride.

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 age 21 at the time of application and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment, unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law enforcement or firefighter retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement. Applicants with veteran's preference must receive a conditional offer of employment prior to reaching age 40 to continue in the application process.
• You must obtain a Top Secret Clearance and retain it during your career.
• Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular, possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
• 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.
• Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
• Complete 13 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center(FLETC) in Glynco, GA and 18 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
• Sign a mobility agreement stating your willingness to accept assignments anywhere within the United States and overseas.
• Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.