Special Agent: Psychology & Counseling Expert

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 94,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) invites applications for the Special Agent position, leveraging a psychology/counseling background to enhance investigations and threat assessment. The role emphasizes analytical thinking, data interpretation, and collaboration across agencies while maintaining rigorous standards and physical readiness.

Salary ranges from $93,749 to $133,200, with locality and availability pay; candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in psychology or related field from a U.S. accredited college or university.
• All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.

Responsibilities

• 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 a level of physical fitness to ensure the readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology

Job description

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) invites applications for the Special Agent position, leveraging a psychology/counseling background to enhance investigations and threat assessment. The role emphasizes analytical thinking, data interpretation, and collaboration across agencies while maintaining rigorous standards and physical readiness.

Salary ranges from $93,749 to $133,200, with locality and availability pay; candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain SCI clearance.