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ICE Implements Five-Page Resume Limit for ICE Vacancy Announcements
As of April 15, 2022, ICE has implemented a five-page resume limit for ICE vacancy announcements. Language advising applicants of this limit is incorporated into all ICE job opportunity announcements. ICE job applicants are strongly encouraged to update their resumes to fall within the parameters of the five-page limit. If applicants submit a resume that exceeds the five-page limit, only the first five pages of the resume will be considered to determine if an applicant meets the qualifications of the position.
DHS is Hiring
The Department of Homeland Security has a vital mission to secure the Nation from the many threats we face. This requires the dedication of more than 260,000 employees in jobs that range from aviation and border security to emergency response, from cybersecurity analysis to chemical facility inspections. Our primary goal is clear - keeping America safe. DHS is currently seeking exceptional candidates to fill mission critical positions in the areas of: Cybersecurity; Information Technology; Intelligence; Law Enforcement; Business Operations/Mission Support; Immigration; Travel Security; Prevention and Response; Emergency Management
Who We Are
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) employees protect America from the cross-border crime and illegal immigration that threaten national security and public safety. To carry out our mission, ICE focuses on legal and safe immigration enforcement, terrorism prevention and combating transnational criminal threats.
Career Paths
ICE's homeland security mission is carried out by a wide variety of law enforcement, intelligence and mission support professionals – all of whom contribute to the safety and security of our country. With so many opportunities at ICE, there’s a lot to learn.
Your Skills Can Fit in at ICE
In addition to core law enforcement occupations, there are also a wide range of professional and administration functions that support the ICE mission. Career paths in management, information technology, law, mission support, public affairs and community outreach are available within the agency. Stay up to date with upcoming recruiting events with ICE and ICE email career updates.
Special Hiring Programs
ICE has specific hiring programs for veterans, people with disabilities, students, recent graduates and other applicants to take on challenging projects and work directly with us. We provide training, mentoring and career development opportunities into the variety of careers available in law enforcement.
Direct Hire Authority
Direct hire authority permits ICE to fill critical positions with highly qualified candidates without the need to use the competitive hiring process.
ICE Pathways Programs Opportunities
This paid federal internship that provides students on-the-job experience related to various roles within ICE.
HERO Child-Rescue Corps
This paid federal internship recruits and trains veterans as computer forensics analysts to combat child exploitation.
Work-Life Balance
ICE is committed to providing employees and their families with resources and programs that help promote a balanced, healthy approach to life in the workplace and at home. Visit My Work-Life for information on resources and programs designed to help you thrive both on and off the job (e.g., DHS Employee Assistance Programs, transportation benefits, leave policy and more).
Resources for ICE Parents
At ICE, we understand that the health and well-being of our employees and their families come first. We have several resources and programs available to help employees balance work-life responsibilities. Learn more below.
Paid Parental Leave
The Federal Employee Paid Leave Act provides up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave to covered federal employees in connection with the birth or placement (for adoption or foster care) of a child occurring on or after October 1, 2020. Read the Office of Personnel Management’s Interim Final Rule regarding this new leave benefit for more information.
Worksite Lactation Program
ICE’s worksite lactation program helps ease employees’ transitions back to work after childbirth and encourage the continuation of breastfeeding. It is ICE policy to support the health of mothers and their children by enabling employees to continue breastfeeding when they return to work after the birth of a child. ICE’s lactation program includes dedicated rooms, an electronic breast pump and a refrigerator for the exclusive storage of expressed milk. Breastfeeding information, support, and counseling, as well as referral to your health care provider is also available.
Child Care Referrals
ICE, as part of DHS, provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers child care specialists who can help you efficiently assess your caregiving situation and arrange the appropriate referrals to available support services in your area.
Referrals are available for the following support services:
- Child Care and Summer Camps
- Adoption Support
- Lactation Support
- Education Support
- Caregiver Issues and Concerns
- Transportation Services
Visit Parenting and Child Care for additional resources to help maintain a strong work-life balance as a parent.
ICE’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance (OCRC) makes sure employees are protected
OCRC's goal is to ensure all ICE employees and applicants are treated in a non-discriminatory manner and to see to it that ICE promotes a workforce in which all employees have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential
Additional DHS Resources
For additional DHS resources on veterans recruitment and DHS careers please visit: www.dhs.gov/recruitment and www.dhs.gov/careers.