Special Agent: Law​/Legal Background

Special Agent:
Law/Legal Background

Join to apply for the Special Agent:
Law/Legal Background role at Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Use your law background to become an FBI special agent! Transition from a legal career into a role that challenges you to think critically, adapt quickly, and collaborate with elite professionals tackling national security threats. Your ability to uncover crucial information, problem‑solve, and apply technical knowledge will help protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats.

With specialized training, real‑world investigative experience, and access to cutting‑edge technology, you’ll refine your litigation and dispute resolution skills, enhance your expertise, and develop the foundation to become a leader in your field.

Base pay range: $99,461.00 – $ per year.

STEP 1:
Click the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.
STEP 2:
Click the “Start” button. If you do not already have an account, you will be prompted to register.
STEP 3:
Follow the step‑by‑step process to submit your interest. Complete all sections of the form and attach all required documents.

• Your resume, highlighting relevant work experience and associated start & end dates.
• Additional supporting documents:
  
  • College transcripts (if applicable).
  
  • DD‑214 for veterans; DD‑214, SF‑15, and VA letter for disabled veterans.

• 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 physical fitness 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 willing to travel as required.
• Must meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or J.D. degree (preferably in law, legal, or a related field) from a U.S. accredited college or university. All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.

The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, pregnancy and related conditions, or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non‑merit factors.