Criminal Investigator- Special Agent

Job 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 to 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 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.
• Must sign a mobility agreement confirming understanding and agreementsymbol 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 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: males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Applicant must be at least 21 years of age and not older than 36 at the time of appointment, unless you are a preference‑eligible veteran or oj current, or previously served in a federal civilian law‑enforcement retirement covered position.
• Successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check.
• Selectee will be required to serveさら1‑year or 2‑year trial period, during which we will evaluate fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Incumbent subject to random drug testing.
• Individuals are required to 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 agency may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts must be attached).

• Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑05 level that includes 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 relating to investigations.
• SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR
  
  EXPERIENCE:
  
  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 required knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position.
• SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (SAA):
  Applicants who have completed (or expect to complete within 9 months) all requirements for a bachelor’s degree with SAA in a course of study that directly reflects the job‑related competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position.
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  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  
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