Police Officer (Secret Service Police) CTAP, ICTAP

Washington, DC · full time · Entry

$77,987 – $134,165

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 3, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This role protects Secret Service facilities, dignitaries, and foreign missions as a uniformed federal police officer, suitable for those seeking a career in protective services with a structured federal employment path.

Our summary, not U.S. Secret Service’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

High school diploma or equivalent
Age 20 at application, 21 at appointment
Uncorrected vision at least 20/100, correctable to 20/20
Hearing within 25 decibels (A.S.A. or I.S.O.) at 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz ranges
Obtain and maintain Top-Secret security clearance
Pass National Crime Information Center (NCIC) background check
Pass Uniformed Division Entrance Examination (UDEE)
Pass Applicant Physical Abilities Test (APAT)
Pass polygraph examination
Pass medical examination
Pass security interview
Pass credit check
Complete Special Agent and Uniformed Division Pre-Employment Review (Super) interview
Serve 2-year trial period
Valid government identification matching official name on application
Manual dexterity and physical capability for walking, standing, firearms use, and inclement weather exposure
Emotional and mental stability