Special Agent Criminal Investigator Professional
Listed on 2026-01-04
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Government
Government Security
Special Agent (1811 Only):
Criminal Investigator Professional
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.
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 a team that never settles for ordinary outcomes, where your skills fuel a mission with global stakes and your innovations contribute to a stronger future.
The FBI’s Advanced Special Agent Training (ASAT) builds on your federal experience, fast‑tracking you to become an FBI special agent in nine weeks while maintaining the rigorous standards the Bureau is known for. It immerses you in Bureau‑specific tradecraft, policy, and intelligence, equipping you to lead criminal investigations that protect homeland security.
The FBI matches your dedication with 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 other benefits.
Expand your mission. Broaden your reach. Apply today.
1811‑ONLY SPECIAL AGENT APPLICATION PROCESS
HOW TO APPLY
Required Documents
- Your resume, capped at two (2) pages.
- College transcripts, if qualifying based on education.
- 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).
Salary Level
- $99,461.00 – $
Salary is commensurate with base, locality, and availability pay. Agent trainees receive locality pay for the Washington, D.C. area plus availability pay, which is 25% of the base and locality pay.
Major Duties
- 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 readiness for law‑enforcement duties.
Key Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be able to obtain a Top Secret SCI clearance.
- Must be a current federal law‑enforcement officer (1811).
- Must have at least two (2) years of full‑time, consecutive federal 1811 employment.
- Must pass an FBI pistol qualification on an FBI‑issued firearm prior to attending ASAT.
- Must meet the FBI’s employment eligibility requirements.
- Must be willing to travel as required.
Education
- Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university; degrees verified by submitting college transcripts.
The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Selection will be made without regard to, and no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, pregnancy, or any non‑merit factor.
Seniority Level- Associate
- Full‑time
- Education and Legal
- Law Enforcement, Security and Investigations, and Armed Forces
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