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.

PLEASE READ THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED SECTIONS BEFORE APPLYING.

• 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).

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance; each applicant will be reviewed individually for agency suitability.
• Must sign a mobility agreement demonstrating understanding and agreement to accept relocation to any DEA location as needed.
• This position requires completion of a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examinations.
• A full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required. 1811 applicants who have previously passed a polygraph with their current or former agency may seek reciprocity with the DEA.
• Selective Service registration or exemption required for males born after 12/31/59.
• Applicant must be at least 21 years of age and not older than 36 at the time of appointment, unless qualifying as a preference‑eligible veteran or a current or former federal civilian law‑enforcement retirement‑covered position.
• Successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check.
• Selectees will be required to serve a 1‑year or 2‑year trial period during which fitness and continued employment in the public interest will be evaluated.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
• Individuals 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 the GL‑07 Level
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  Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑05 level or pay band, including performing the following duties:
  • Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
  • Writing reports of findings, results, or accomplishments for information or action relating to law‑enforcement activities and/or court cases.
  • Researching, collecting, and analyzing data from a variety of sources related to investigations.
• SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE
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  The experience requirement for the GS‑7 level may be met by one full year of graduate‑level education in a field that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position, or by a superior academic achievement (SAA) designation for a bachelor’s degree.
• SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (SAA):
  Applicants who have completed or expect to complete within 9 months all requirements for a bachelor’s degree with SAA may be considered. Eligibility…