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We encourage applicants to apply for positions with the Secret Service electronically by submitting an application online. Positions may have unique application procedures. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to view current vacancy announcements and follow the specific application procedures outlined in the vacancy announcement. If the position requires you to submit a resume via USAJOBS, the process for new and returning USAJOBS users is illustrated in the diagram below.

If you are unable to submit your application electronically, you may contact the Human Capital Division at (202) 406-6090 or, for hearing impaired applicants, TTY (202) 406-5390, for assistance. Applicants must contact the Human Capital Division prior to the closing date of the specific vacancy announcement in order to receive assistance.

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PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be U.S. citizens and must submit to urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment. All Secret Service positions require a Top Secret security clearance. The time frame for completion of a background investigation varies depending on the history of the applicant. Typically, a full background investigation takes approximately six to nine months to complete. During this period of time a wide range of information is verified. This includes employment history, police records, credit history, school transcripts, neighborhood references and military records. All applicants must undergo a full, Secret Service-specific, Top Secret clearance process regardless of current existing clearance standings; certain positions may also require the applicant to successfully complete a polygraph and/or medical examination. Age, vision and excellent physical condition requirements may also apply.