Summary The Secret Service, Office of Protective Operations, is seeking Civil Service retirees under the CSRS or FERS retirement system and ICTAP eligibles to support our integrated mission and impart knowledge and experience to our current workforce in support of our integrated mission. The Officer's mission is to protect facilities and venues secured for U.S. Secret Service protectees, in a tradition of honor, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. Responsibilities THIS ANNOUNCEMENT REPLACES UND-DT-12658509-25-RA by eliminating TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY. If you applied to the previous announcement and still want to be considered, please reapply. During the course of working in the Office of Protective Operations, Officers (Uniformed Division) carry out critical investigations and protection assignments. Duties include: Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area, and other USSS protected locations. Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, foreign heads of state/government missions, and other USSS protectees. Conducting surveillance, counter surveillance, and providing vehicle security throughout the United States. Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056A. Dual Compensation Off-Set Waiver for the Officer (Uniformed Division) Approved For Rehires Work Full-Time Maximum age limit (under 60 at the time of appointment) Hired with the OPM approved salary off-set waiver granted to the Secret Service, annuitants can earn their full salary and their full annuity without penalty. The current OPM Dual Comp Waiver expires December 31, 2028. If is not renewed, individuals appointed before December 31, 2028, may continue until their not-to-exceed date is reached with their salaries offset. Receive Overtime Earn Annual Leave and Sick Leave Annuitants receiving a dual comp waiver are not eligible to contribute to TSP or make contributions to retirement. This position is a term non-status appointment in the competitive service for retired federal employees that may not exceed four (4) years. The Officer (Uniformed Division) position starts at a base salary of $56,095 (LE-01 step 1) to $76,297 (LE-01 step 07). Highest Previous Rate (HPR) will not be offered. Requirements Conditions of Employment Be a U.S. citizen Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service. If selected for this position, you will be required to: Obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Tier 5 clearance. For more information visit OPM Mythbuster Page. Submit to a drug test and credit check prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position. Submit to a polygraph examination prior to your appointment. Undergo occasional domestic and foreign travel. Possess a valid U.S. state motor vehicle operator's license and maintain a valid license while you occupy the position. Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory. You will be ineligible to occupy this position if at any time you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, unless you received a pardon or your conviction was expunged or set aside. Complete a pre-employment medical examination (including vision, hearing, cardiovascular and mobility of extremities) by an authorized Government physician and be determined physically fit to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties. You will be required to undergo regular physical examinations and to maintain a level of physical fitness in accordance with the standards and policies of this agency. Successfully complete a Mixed Basic or Reintegration Training Course as applicable. Work long and irregular hours including holidays, weekends and evenings, and shift work. NOTE: Maximum age limit (under 60 at the time of appointment) Qualifications To be considered qualified for this position you must meet the following qualification requirements for the respective grade level in which you are applying. Education and/or Training may not be substituted for specialized experience. You qualify for the LE-1 level (starting salary $56,095.00) if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level performing duties such as: Covering designated security post to limit access to protected areas; Standing fixed posts, or patrols assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle; and Preparing reports of unusual incidents occurring on post Selective Placement Factor: Applicant must possess a current valid driver's license. Please upload a copy of your driver's license number, state of license, and expiration date in the documents for auto-request section. Series 0083 - OPM Qualification Standards for Occupational Series - 0083 National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience) Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. As determined by the Office of Personnel Management, the duties of this position require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of fingers, wrist, elbows, shoulders, hips and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs and feet must function sufficiently in order for applicants to perform the duties satisfactorily. Since the duties of this position are exacting and involve the responsibility for the safety of others under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any condition that would hinder full, efficient performance of the duties of this position or that would cause the individual to be a hazard to himself/herself or to others is disqualifying. There are also specific medical requirements for this position, and any chronic disease or condition affecting the respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, digestive, nervous, endocrine, lymphatic, nervous, genitourinary, and other systems that would impair full performance of the duties of the position may also be disqualifying. Qualifications Must Be Met: The qualification requirements listed above must be met by the closing date of this announcement. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information This is an open continuous announcement. The first cut-off date for consideration of applicants is Friday, January 23, 2025. Thereafter, the cutoff for applications received will be weekly until the job opportunity announcement closes. Re-employed annuitants are at-will employees and can be separated at any time for any reason. There are no notice requirements and annuitants have no Reduction-in-Force (RIF) protections. DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Click here to learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to HRsupport@usss.dhs.gov. More than one selection may be made from this announcement for additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade and unit occur. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. The Secret Service prohibits employees from having visible body markings (including but not limited to tattoos, body art, and branding) on the head, face, neck, hand and fingers (any area below the wrist bone) (exception: a single conservative and unobtrusive tattoo in the form of a ring is authorized on one finger).The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.