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Secret Service AgentDo you have a natural talent for protecting people? If so, you just might be Secret Service Agent material.What Exactly does a Secret Service Agent Do? When most people hear the phrase "Secret Service Agent", a stereotypical image comes to mind, usually including the President of the United States surrounded by an elite group of bodyguards. In reality, there is a vast array of responsibilities and opportunities that come with a career in the U.S. Secret Service. In addition to being tasked with the protection of the President, Vice President and their immediate families, agents are involved in the following areas of law enforcement:
Before you commit to undertaking the education and job experience it takes to become a Secret Service agent, it is important to ask yourself if you have the right kind of disposition for the job. Because the nature of the work the Secret Service does is inherently stressful and serious, it takes a steady personality and a clear head to be successful in this line of work. Those traits will be important as you earn the required bachelor's degree in criminal justice or police sciences and work in jobs which will give you the experience you need to join the Secret Service. You will also need to be prepared to undergo thorough background checks as well as rigorous physical and psychological examinations. How Much Can a Secret Service Agent Make? According to the U.S. Secret Service, the 2009 starting salary range is $43,200-$73,354. |
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