How much does a real NCIS agent make?

NCIS Salaries

Job Title	Salary
Special Agent salaries – 9 salaries reported	$147,668/yr
Special Agent In Charge salaries – 3 salaries reported	$184,290/yr
Program Support Assistant salaries – 3 salaries reported	$27/hr
Supervisory Special Agent salaries – 3 salaries reported	$153,283/yr

Do NCIS agents travel a lot?

The job of an NCIS special agent often includes: Conducting Criminal Investigations. Extensive Travel for Long Periods of Time. Counterterrorism Operations.

What do NCIS agents wear?

All special agents are issued bulletproof vests, but they normally are not worn unless the agent expects, in advance, that he or she might find themselves in a tactical situation. NCIS special agents go through rigorous firearms and unarmed self-defense training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center [Ga.].

Do NCIS agents carry guns?

Yes, NCIS Special Agents are required to carry firearms and periodically qualify with their service weapon.

Is it hard to get a job at NCIS?

In rare cases, the hiring process can extend past nine months. No, prior military and/or law enforcement experience is not a prerequisite for employment. NCIS has a very competitive hiring posture and is continuously seeking applicants who possess a combination of education and experience.

How hard is it to get into NCIS?

Being an NCIS Special Agent is one of the most challenging and fulfilling careers in law enforcement. NCIS Special Agents gain broad law enforcement experience and are given responsibility early on in their careers. As a condition of employment, all Special Agents are required to sign a mobility agreement.

How often do NCIS agents move?

NCIS has a defined process for special agent transfers. On average, approximately 20 percent of special agents transfer each year.