Criminal Investigator- Special Agent

US Drug Enforcement Administration; Ponce (PR); Presencial; USD 48 000 - 76 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The United States Drug Enforcement Administration is recruiting for positions at the GL-07/09/11 levels in Puerto Rico. The roles involve assisting in investigations, collecting and analyzing data, writing reports, and coordinating with court and law enforcement personnel.

Substitution of education for experience and superior academic achievement are highlighted as ways to qualify. Qualifications emphasize a blend of education and experience, with a focus on teamwork, problem-solving, and oral

Qualificações

• Eligibility requirements described for the position.
• GL-7: Investigations assistance, writing reports, data research and analysis.
• SAA (Superior Academic Achievement) coverage for eligibility.
• Combination of education and experience calculations and requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
• Collect and analyze data from various sources for investigations.
• Write reports and briefing materials for information or action in law enforcement/court contexts.
• Meet with court officials and law enforcement personnel as needed.
• Assist prosecutors in preparation of technical case aspects and potentially testify in court.

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement

Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree

LL.B. or J.D.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.

For more information on eligibility requirements see: DEA Employment Eligibility.

All applicants must meet one of the basic qualification requirements described below for this position.

For the GL-07 Level:

• 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; -OR-

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 which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to successfully perform the duties of the position, -OR-

SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (SAA):

Applicants who have completed (or expect to complete within 9 months) all the requirements for a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) in a course of study that directly reflects the job-related competencies necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. Courses should emphasize the development of skills in teamwork, problem-solving, decision-making, flexibility, oral communication, interpersonal relations, and/or self-management.

• Eligibility for Upcoming Graduates: Senior students who are currently enrolled in a degree program and expect to complete all graduation requirements within 9 months of the closing date of this announcement, may be considered for a GL-7 appointment based on their grades at the time of application. To be considered:
  • At the time of application, senior students must provide documentation confirming an expected graduation date AND;
  • Prior to entry on duty, provide evidence that they maintained the required grades during their senior year.

Failure to provide proof of graduation within the required timeframe OR failure to maintain the required grades through their senior year, may result in removal from consideration.

S.A.A. is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership:

• Class Standing: Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class, based on completed courses;
• Grade Point Average: Applicants must have a grade point average of:
  • 3.0 or higher: Based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; OR;
  • 3.5 or higher: Based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; OR;
• Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society: Applicants can be considered eligible based on membership in one of the national scholastic honor societies recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies OR;

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of graduate education by 18. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.

For the GL-09 Level:

• Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law;
• Collecting and analyzing data from a variety of sources relating to investigations;
• Writing reports and conducting briefings of findings, results, or accomplishments for information or action relating to law enforcement activities and/or court cases;
• Meeting or corresponding with court officials and law enforcement personnel to discuss case-related materials; and
• Assisting prosecuting attorneys in preparation of technical aspects of cases; and/or testifying or presenting evidence for court, legislative, or administrative proceedings; -OR-

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:

Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 2-full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B. or J.D. -OR-

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

For the GS-11 Level:

• Conducting or supporting federal criminal investigations in collaboration with federal law enforcement agencies;
• Developing operational plans and determining investigative priorities of federal cases;
• Operating undercover, conducting surveillance operations, participating in raids, seizures and arrests etc.;
• Developing and eliciting information from confidential sources;
• Interviewing, and interrogating persons suspected of violations of law; and
• Organizing evidence for presentation to prosecution officials and testifying in court; OR;

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:

Have a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or three years of progressively higher-level graduate education leader to a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or LL.M, if related; OR;

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Additional information on the position qualification requirements are located in the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Qualifications Standards Handbook.