DEA Special Agent - Elite Criminal Investigator

Drug Enforcement Administration; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Drug Enforcement Administration is seeking qualified individuals for Special Agent positions (GL-1811-7/9/11) open to U.S. citizens. This public notice outlines four evaluation phases and mandatory requirements, including security clearance and mobility.

Duties include conducting complex investigations, preparing reports, and testifying in court. Applicants may participate in written assessments, structured interviews, and specialty training at DEA facilities.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience at GL/GS-05 or equivalent.
• Writing reports and preparing information for court or agencies.
• Education substitution options for GS-7 and GS-9/11.
• Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) eligibility and criteria.
• Combination of education and experience as a qualifying path.
• Education from accredited institutions only.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Investigations

Report writing

Data analysis

Briefings

Interagency liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

SAA eligibility

Graduate education substitution

Master's degree

Job description

The Drug Enforcement Administration is seeking qualified individuals for Special Agent positions (GL-1811-7/9/11) open to U.S. citizens. This public notice outlines four evaluation phases and mandatory requirements, including security clearance and mobility.

Duties include conducting complex investigations, preparing reports, and testifying in court. Applicants may participate in written assessments, structured interviews, and specialty training at DEA facilities.