Special Agent Criminal Investigator Professional

Special Agent (1811 Only):
Criminal Investigator Professional

Join to apply for the Special Agent (1811 Only):
Criminal Investigator Professional role at Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze.

Transitioning from your current federal 1811 role to a special agent at the FBI isn’t just a career change — it’s an opportunity to amplify your expertise while impacting communities nationwide. As an experienced federal criminal investigator, you’ll measure your contributions by distinctive casework; the federal, state, and local police partnerships you strengthen; and the reputation you bring to federal law enforcement.

Our 1811-only initiative transforms the agent selection process, shortening traditional wait times by prioritizing experienced 1811s for training s is an opportunity to join the team that never settles for ordinary outcomes, where your skills fuel a mission with global stakes and your innovations will contribute to a stronger future. This pathway ensures that you’re not starting over but furthering your career in security operations.

The FBI’s Advanced Special Agent Training (ASAT) builds on your federal experience, fast-tracking you to become an FBI special agent in just nine weeks — all while maintaining the rigorous standards the FBI is known for. The ASAT immerses you in Bureau-specific tradecraft, policy, and intelligence, equipping you to lead criminal investigations that protect homeland security. As a result, current 1811s can achieve accelerated career advancement without compromising the quality and discipline the FBI requires.

The FBI matches your dedication, offering professional growth, a supportive work environment, and benefits that include an expedited hiring process and onboarding; a match to the highest previous rate up to GS-12 Step 10; guaranteed field office placement in one of your top three choice locations, and more.

Expand your mission. Broaden your reach. Apply today.

• Step 1:
  Application and Screening
• Step 2:
  Phase I Test
• Step 3:
  Virtual Information Session
• Step 4:
  Phase II Test
• Step 5:
  Conditional Appointment Offer
• Step 6:
  Fit for Duty Medical Review
• Step 7:
  Firearms Qualification
• Step 8:
  Abbreviated Special Agent Training Course

Required Documents:

• Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates. Please note your resume must not exceed two (2) pages.
• College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
• Veterans: DD 214;
  Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.
• Notification of Personnel Action SF-50 (current or former federal employees).

• $99,461.00–$

Salary is commensurate with base, locality, and availability pay. In addition to base salary, Agent Trainees receive locality pay for the Washington, D.C. area plus availability pay, which is 25% of the base and locality pay (the calculation is 25% x (base + locality)).

• Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws, cybersecurity, and public safety.
• Exercise judgment, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands.
• Create and maintain effective liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure the readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
• Must be a current federal law enforcement officer (occupational series 1811).
• Must have at least two (2) years of full-time, consecutive federal…