Special agents are generally hired at the GL-7 or GL-9 grade levels depending on qualifications and education. Based on those grade levels and the assigned geographic area, the 2010 starting salary range is $43,964 - $74,891. An additional 25% Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) will be added to locality pay. read more
They will protect the President as far as is possible, but more Presidents or candidates for President/governing officials have been shot or attacked than have been prevented from attack by the Secret Service. read more
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Protection for the President and Vice President of the United States is mandatory. All other individuals entitled to Secret Service protection may decline security if they choose. Title 18 of the United States Code, Section 3056, describes the agency’s authority as provided by law. read more