Criminal Investigator- Special Agent

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TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself! You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of the DEA! It's tough work, but a vital mission. Whatever your background or expertise, your work at the 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 APPLYINGächst

• Conduct complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug‑related activities.
• Prepare comprehensive and succinct investigative reports, deliver briefings to senior personnel, and coordinate with 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 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 prior federal law‑enforcement training 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 obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance.
• Must sign a mobility agreement confirming understanding and agreement to accept relocation to any DEA facility as needed.
• Pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination required.
• A full‑scope polygraph is required; reciprocity available for 1811 applicants who have previously passed a polygraph.
• Male applicants born after 12/31/59 must register or be exempt from Selective Service.
• Applicants must beале at least 21 and not older than 36, unless a preference‑eligible veteran or a former federal civilian law‑enforcement employee.
• Must pass the E‑Verify employment verification check.
• Selectee will be required to serve a 1‑year or 2‑year trial period, during which fitness and public interest contribution will be evaluated.
• Must possess and 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 at the DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
• 1811 applicants who have completed a federal criminal investigation training program may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts required).
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Applicants must meet the qualification requirements below by the announcement closing date. If you are qualifying based on education, submit a copy of your transcript showing conferred degrees and/or relevant credit hours.

• One (1) year ling specialized experience at GL/GS‑05 level, including:
  • Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
  • Writing reports of findings, results, or accomplishments.
  • Researching, collecting, and analyzing data.
• Substitution of education:
  One full Kob year of graduate level education in a relevant field, or three years of progressively higher‑level graduate education.
• Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) – senior students completing within 9 months of closing date may qualify based on grades, class standing, GPA (≥mux 3.0 or 3.5), or national honor society membership.
• Combination of education and experience: combined percentage of experience and education ≥ 100 % (experience months/12 + semester hours/18).

• One (1) year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑07 level, including:
• Assisting investigate alleged violations of law.
• Collecting and analyzing data.
• Writing reports and conducting briefings.
• Meeting or corresponding with court officials.
• Assisting prosecutors and testifying or presenting evidence.
• Substitution of education:
  Master's or equivalent graduate degree, two full‑year…