Police Officer (Secret Service Police) Counter Sniper

U.S. Secret Service · Department of Homeland Security

📍 Washington, District of Columbia 💰 $77987 – $134165/yr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: U.S. Secret Service
Department: Department of Homeland Security
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Salary: $77987 – $134165/yr
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: MANY
Security Clearance: Top Secret
Date Posted: 2026-10-01
Application Deadline: 2026-12-31

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Job Summary

The Secret Service Police (Uniformed Division) mission is to protect facilities and venues secured for U.S. Secret Service protectees. Throughout its history, the Secret Service Police has accomplished this mission through a tradition of honor, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. Recruitment Incentive of $60,000. For more information, click here. For more information on the Secret Service, click here.

Key Responsibilities

During the course of their careers, Secret Service Police (Uniformed Division) Officers carry out assignments in protection. Duties include: Safeguarding the White House complex, the Vice President's residence, and other designated facilities, as well as providing security for foreign missions and embassies. Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions.

Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056A. For more information about the Secret Service Police Officer position, click here. The Counter Sniper Team (CS) is a specialized unit within the Secret Service Police that provides global long-range observation and tactical support to U.S. Secret Service protective details.

On order, CS will also provide support to designated protectees, protected venues, and National Special Security Events (NSSEs). For more information about the CS position, click here. IMPORTANT: If you are unable to successfully complete the specialty team selection school or the specialty basic school required for the CS position, you will have an opportunity to remain with the Secret Service Police in a non-tactical role.

Benefits

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; telework; 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.

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Contact

udsupport@usss.dhs.gov · 202-406-5271

Frequently Asked Questions

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 $77987 – $134165/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-31.

Who is eligible to apply?

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