Criminal Investigator- Special Agent

Summary

TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself! You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of DEA! It’s tough work, but a vital mission. Whatever your background or expertise, your work at DEA will be tremendously rewarding because it will have a daily impact on national security and the quality of life of all Americans.

• Conduct complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug-related activities.
• Prepare comprehensive and succinct criminal investigative reports and deliver briefings for senior personnel and other federal, state, and local agencies.
• Identify and apprehend drug traffickers and arrest individuals engaged in criminal drug activities.
• Gather and analyze evidence through investigative leads, seizures, arrests, execution of search warrants, and a variety of other means.
• Testify on behalf of the Federal government in court or before grand juries.

Additional duties may be assigned based upon an individual’s unique knowledge, skills, and/or experience.

Applicants who have not completed previous federal law enforcement training through another federal law enforcement agency must attend and complete a 16‑week residential training program. Current or former 1811 applicants who have successfully completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program through another federal law enforcement agency may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts must be attached).

Conditions of employment:

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance.
• Must sign a mobility agreement confirming understanding and agreement to accept relocation to any location depending on the needs of the DEA.
• This position requires the completion of a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination.
• A full‑scope pre‑employment
  
  Args polygraph is required. 1811 applicants who have previously completed and passed a polygraph examination with their current or former agency may seek reciprocity with the DEA during the hiring process.
• Selective Service registration or exemption for males born after 12/31/59.
• Applicant must be at least 21 and not older than 36 at the time of appointment, unless you are a preference‑eligible veteran or a former federal civilian law‑enforcement retirement‑covered position.
• Successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check.
• Selectee will be required to serve a 1‑year or 2‑year trial period, as appropriate, during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Position requires that the incumbent maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
• Must successfully complete a 16‑week Basic Agent Training (BAT) course held at the DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
• 1811 applicants who have successfully completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program through another federal law‑enforcement agency may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts must be attached).

For more information on eligibility requirements see: DEA Employment Eligibility.

Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑05 level or pay band that includes performing the following duties:

• Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
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• Researching, collecting, and analyzing data from a variety of sources relating to investigations;

The experience requirement for the GS‑7 level may be met by one full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to successfully perform the duties of the position,
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• Superior Academic Achievement (SAA):
  Applicants who have completed (or expect to complete within 9 months) all the requirements for a bachelor’s degree with SAA in a field of study that directly reflects the job-related competencies necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position кред.