⭐FederalOccasional Hiring
U.S. Secret Service (USSS)
📍 Washington (nationwide deployments), DC
Salary Range
$72,000–$140,000 (GS-7 to GS-12 entry)
Entry Exam
USSS Special Agent Written Assessment
Timeline
18–30 months
Hiring Status
Occasional Hiring
💪 Physical Standards
USSS Physical Fitness Test: push-ups, sit-ups, 1.5-mile run, pull-ups. Strict standards; must maintain throughout career.
📋 Background Requirements
- ✓U.S. citizen
- ✓Age 21–37 at appointment
- ✓Bachelor's degree required
- ✓Valid driver's license
- ✓Pass full-scope polygraph
- ✓Pass medical/psychological evaluation
- ✓Pass Top Secret/SCI clearance investigation
⏱️ Hiring Timeline
18–30 months
📌 Notes & Context
USSS is highly competitive. Prior military, LE, or federal experience is a significant advantage. Willingness to relocate and travel extensively required. 20-year LE retirement.
💰 Compensation & Benefits
Compare with other agencies →Starting Salary
$72,000
5-Year Salary
$98,000
10-Year Salary
$130,000
Pension
Defined Benefit (pension)
Vests at 5 years
Health Insurance
full
Dental & Vision
✓ Included
Vacation Days/yr
13 days
Sick Days/yr
13 days
Uniform Allowance
$2,000/year
Estimated Take-Home Pay
~$4,400/mo (starting, after deductions)
⚠️ Estimate — verify with USSS HR. FERS enhanced LE pension. 20-year retirement. Significant travel and overtime.
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