DEA Special Agent: Elite Criminal Investigator

Drug Enforcement Administration; Arizona; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Drug Enforcement Administration is seeking qualified candidates for Special Agent positions (GL-1811) open to U.S. Citizens. The role involves leading complex criminal investigations, preparing detailed reports, delivering briefs to senior personnel and partner agencies, and testifying in court.

Candidates must be prepared for a multi-phase recruitment process and meet stringent eligibility requirements. Phase-based assessments include physical, writing, and structured interviews, with potential

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS-05 level or pay band in the Federal service that includes assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
• Superior academic achievement or combination of education and experience may apply as per the qualifications standards.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug related activities.
• Prepares comprehensive and succinct criminal investigative reports and delivers briefings for senior personnel and other agencies.
• Identifies and apprehends drug traffickers and individuals engaged in criminal drug activities.
• Gathers and analyzes evidence through investigative leads, seizures, arrests, execution of search warrants, and related methods.
• Testifies on behalf of the Federal government in court or before grand juries.

Skills

Investigations

Report writing

Briefings

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Drug Enforcement Administration is seeking qualified candidates for Special Agent positions (GL-1811) open to U.S. Citizens. The role involves leading complex criminal investigations, preparing detailed reports, delivering briefs to senior personnel and partner agencies, and testifying in court.

Candidates must be prepared for a multi-phase recruitment process and meet stringent eligibility requirements. Phase-based assessments include physical, writing, and structured interviews, with potential