Special Agent, $40,000 Recruitment Incentive

U.S. Secret Service; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive of $40,000

Comprehensive training programs

Job summary

A federal law enforcement agency seeks special agents to provide protection, conduct criminal investigations, and ensure event security. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, proficient with firearms, and willing to undergo rigorous training and background checks. Ideal candidates will be dedicated and capable individuals ready to serve their community with honor and pride. Extensive training is provided, ensuring agents are prepared for their duties.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current valid driver's license.
• Top Secret Clearance required.
• Must be able to carry and use a firearm.
• Visual acuity must meet specified standards.
• Hearing loss must not exceed specified limits.

Responsibilities

• Provide protection for various protectees.
• Conduct criminal investigations pertaining to financial obligations.
• Plan and implement security designs for events.

Skills

Firearm proficiency

U.S. citizenship

Physical fitness

Communication skills

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 Secret Service

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.

Duties

• 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.