Protective Armor Vehicle Specialist

U.S. Secret Service; Washington (District of Columbia); Sur place; USD 67 000 - 97 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

U.S. Secret Service in Washington, DC seeks a Protective Armor Vehicle Specialist to maintain and repair armored vehicles and support protective driving operations for protectees.

The position emphasizes fleet management and adherence to security procedures within DHS oversight. The role reports to the Office of Protective Operations and offers a starting GS‑7 level with potential for growth to higher grades as responsibilities and performance expand.

Qualifications

• Copy of transcripts or equivalent required for substitution of experience with education.

Responsabilités

• Maintain and repair the state-of-the-art protective vehicle fleet following all inspectional procedures, guidelines and policies.
• Maintain and track vehicle performance data, operational and safety records.
• Support protective driving operations and transportation for internal and external law enforcement partners.

Formation

Transcript submission required

Description du poste

• Department: Department of Homeland Security
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Schedule: This position may require shift work.

Joining the Secret Service, Office of the Protective Operations, Special Services Division will allow you to use your expertise in the field of Automotive Technology to maintain, equip, and repair a state-of-the-art protective vehicle fleet, as well as support protective driving operations to ensure the secure and efficient transportation of protectees.

Key Responsibilities

The selectee will serve as a Protective Armor Vehicle Specialist in the Office of Protective Operations, Special Services Division. The official title for this position is Protective Armor Specialist. Typical work assignments include: Ensuring maintenance of fleet management in accordance with all inspectional procedures, guidelines, policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all stakeholders.

Maintaining and tracking vehicle performance data, operational reports, customer service records, and safety records. Participating in logistics and strategic planning efforts to arrange protective services and transportation support for internal and external law enforcement partners.

Maintaining proficiency in the agency's protective motorcade operations, including tactical driving of armored vehicles and defensive tactics to ensure the secure transport of authorized personnel. Apply for this exciting opportunity to support the Secret Service mission by utilizing your skills to maintain the superior performance of the U.S. President's state-of-the‑art fleet of protective vehicles.

This Protective Armor Vehicle Specialist position starts at a salary of $67,248.00, GS-07, step 1, with promotion potential to $136,830, GS‑12, step 10.

Requirements & Education

If you are qualifying for a position by substituting education or training for experience, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted that includes your name, the name of the educational institution, course title(s), number of credits, grade, and date of completion. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long‑term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service‑connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Secret Service, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $67248 – $96778/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-13.

What is the work schedule?

This is a This position may require shift work. position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.