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Benefits

Work for what matters

FBI employees live the mission each day and are dedicated to protecting the American people. Our benefits make employees feel valued and are illustrative of the impactful work they do.

Highlights

  • Comprehensive health and life insurance 
  • Generous paid time off, parental leave, and holiday schedule
  • 401(k) with up to 5% match 
  • Reimbursement for public transportation commute to work
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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits to foster the health, happiness, and satisfaction of our employees.

Ranked in Reader's Choice Top 20 Government Employers * CAREERS & the disABLED Magazine, Equal Opportunity Magazine, and Woman Engineer Magazine

Ranked as a Top Government & Law Enforcement Agency * Black EOE Journal, Hispanic Network Magazine, Professional Woman's Magazine, and U.S. Veterans Magazine

Paid Time Off

13-26 DAYS

Annual Leave

11 DAYS

Federal Holidays

13 DAYS

Sick Leave

15 DAYS

Military Leave*

12 WEEKS

Parental Leave

* If you are in the military reserves, you can receive up to 15 days of paid leave each fiscal year to attend drill, annual reserve training, and other duties. You can carry over up to 15 military leave days into the next fiscal year.​

† Requires one year of government service.

FEDERAL LEAVE

FBI Benefits

WORK-LIFE BALANCE

Most jobs require 40 hours per week

WELLNESS PROGRAM

Dedicated time for personal wellness

TRANSPORTATION

Opportunity for reimbursement of public transportation commute to work in most locations

EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Opportunity to apply for student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and sabbatical programs

TRAINING

Opportunity to attend specialized training programs and obtain certifications

VARIETY OF WORK

Limitless opportunities to gain experience and exposure within a variety of divisions, offices, and functions through permanent or temporary assignments

Federal Benefits

401(k)

Up to 5% employer match

INSURANCE

Health and life insurance options

PENSION PLAN

Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), vested after 5 years

As a federal employee, you are eligible for federal retirement benefits as well as Health and Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Thrift Savings Plan programs. For comprehensive information about these offerings, please visit the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Federal Benefits page.

FEDERAL HEALTHCARE

FEDERAL 401(k)

FEDERAL PENSION PLANS

FEDERAL VETERAN BENEFITS

Become A Special Agent

Our special agents have a range of backgrounds, education, and skill sets that collectively allow us to stay ahead of threats. Special agents have the drive and leadership skills to take on new challenges and protect their communities.

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Special Agents

Special agents are eligible for additional benefits. For more information, visit the Special Agents page.

Special Agents