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Special Agent - Executive Tactical Transporter

Department of Energy - Agency Wide

Department of Energy

Fresh

Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Salary

$121,785 - $158,322

per year

Closes

March 12, 2026More DOE jobs →

GS-12 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $74,441 - $96,770

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves protecting and safely transporting high-level Department of Energy officials, like the Secretary and Deputy Secretary, by driving armored vehicles, assessing threats, and coordinating with security teams.

It requires quick thinking and hands-on experience in high-stakes situations to ensure safe travel and respond to potential risks.

A good fit would be someone with a background in law enforcement, military protection, or tactical driving who thrives in dynamic, security-focused roles.

Key Requirements

  • At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 level in federal service
  • Proficiency in tactical vehicle operations and driving in high-risk environments
  • Experience in risk management, threat assessments, and protective operations
  • Skills in liaising and collaborating with law enforcement or security partners
  • Ability to conduct vulnerability analyses, route planning, and coordination with authorities
  • Knowledge of managing armored vehicles, including planning, purchasing, and maintenance
  • Support for investigations into security incidents and establishing command posts

Full Job Description

This position is part of the Office of Environment, Health, Safety, and Security, Department of Energy.

As a Special Agent - Executive Tactical Transporter, you will be responsible for the safe transport and physical protection of the Secretary of Energy and Deputy Secretary of Energy.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level n the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: 1. Performing tactical vehicle operations; AND 2. Performing risk management or protective operations; AND 3.

Conducting liaison and collaboration with law enforcement or security partners. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages.

If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience.

Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.

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.

Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must (1) meet all of the requirements as described in this section; and 2) be rated "well-qualified", which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Waiver of Mandatory Entry Age: Criminal Investigator (GS-1811) positions generally carry a mandatory maximum entry age of 40 in accordance with applicable regulations and DOE policy.

DOE may waive the maximum entry age requirement for this recruitment.

This waiver: Applies to all qualified and eligible candidates; and Is not limited to candidates with prior military service or any specific applicant group.

Candidates selected under this announcement may be granted a one-time, individual age waiver as part of the appointment process.

All applicants must meet all other qualification, suitability and appointment requirements for the position. Major Duties:

The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.

The Office of Environment, Health, Safety, and Security office is responsible for policy development and technical assistance; safety analysis; and corporate safety and security programs.

As a Special Agent - Executive Tactical Transporter, you will: Provides executive protection services, often on short notice, for the Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Energy, and other designated DOE Executives.

Conducts comprehensive threat assessments and vulnerability analyses for all movements, including planning and surveying routes and coordinating with law enforcement.

Performs tactical driving operations, ensuring safe and timely transportation of protectees in various conditions.

Assists in establishing and staffing command post centers, including installing and maintaining specialized equipment and monitoring security operations.

Supports investigations into security incidents and prepares detailed investigative leads for criminal investigators.

Manages the planning, building, purchasing, and maintenance of armored protective vehicles.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/6/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/7/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 26-EH-12900878-MP