Criminal Investigator

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE); Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A federal law enforcement agency is seeking a Criminal Investigator to defend the homeland and tackle complex threats. This role requires no college degree and offers competitive compensation, including a salary based on the GS pay scale. Responsibilities include serving as a Special Agent and conducting investigations related to various illicit activities. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and U.S. citizens, with a Master's degree preferred. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and flexible work options.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Eligibility for GL-9 grade level: One year of specialized experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Special Agent for diverse inquiries and investigations.
• Conduct investigations related to trade, travel, finance, and immigration.
• Prepare documentation utilizing expert knowledge for investigations.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Conscientiousness

Judgment

Education

Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree

Job description

Summary

Join to apply for the Criminal Investigator role at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

SummaryAre you ready to defend the homeland?

Launch an impactful career as a Criminal Investigator with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) at ICE! Join an elite team dedicated to defending the United States by tackling complex criminal threats and securing our nation's safety.

This role requires no college degree and offers up to $40,000 in signing bonuses.

Responsibilities

Serve as a Special Agent for interagency, multi‑jurisdictional, international, and/or inter‑organizational inquiries and investigations.

Conduct investigations of marked difficulty and responsibility associated with trade, travel, finance, and immigration for combatting illicit activities associated with individuals, businesses, employers, criminal organizations, or criminal conspiracies, and cyber systems and networks.

Utilize a combined methodology of intelligence, investigative techniques, and legal authorities to conduct investigations and associated activities.

Apply knowledge of trends, laws, and investigative case development, independently or in coordination with other law‑enforcement officers (LEOs) or agencies to accomplish work.

Prepare written documentation utilizing expert knowledge in support of investigations.

The salary will reflect the GS pay scale and be based on locality pay and duty location preferences.

Requirements and Conditions of Employment

Must be a U.S. citizen.

Must successfully pass a background investigation, drug screen, and selective service registration (for males born after 12/31/59).

May require a polygraph examination and travel at the candidate’s expense.

Must complete a pre‑employment medical examination, psychological evaluation, and physical fitness test (PFT).

Upon appointment, will serve a one‑year probationary period and sign a Mobility Agreement.

May be required to work alone in remote areas at times with limited communication; must carry a firearm and be able to testify in court.

Must possess a valid driver’s license before the final job offer.

Must be at least 21 years of age; application deadline is the day before the applicant’s 37th birthday.

Foreign education may be considered after credible evaluation and equivalency evidence.

Current federal employees may be required to accept a lower grade.

Qualifications

Eligibility for GL‑9 grade level: One year of specialized experience at the GL‑07 grade level or equivalent in areas such as narcotics, money laundering, financial crimes, human trafficking, fraud, international trade, network intrusion response, counterintelligence, counterterrorism, counterproliferation or general criminal/administrative investigations.

Higher grade levels require progressively advanced experience and education: GS‑11, GS‑12, GS‑13, etc., with corresponding degrees (master’s, Ph.D., or equivalent). Details provided in the original description.

Educational requirement: Master’s degree (or equivalent graduate degree) or at least two academic years of graduate education, accredited and relevant.

Candidate education and experience combined must meet the specified percent of the requirement.

Competencies assessed include Problem Solving, Teamwork, Interpersonal Skills, Flexibility, Conscientiousness, Managing and Organizing Information, Judgment, and others as indicated.

Training and Physical Requirements

Mandatory completion of Basic Training: FLETC Criminal Investigator Training Program and HSI Special Agent Training Program.

Physical Fitness Test (PFT) with passing score required within 60 days of EOD.

Polygraph testing may be required; travel at own expense.

Maintain firearm proficiency and readiness to carry a firearm.

Benefits

DHS offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, long‑term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave; paid federal holidays.

Other benefits: flexible work schedules, telework, tuition reimbursement, transportation subsidies, uniform allowance, health and wellness programs, fitness centers.

E‑Verify is used to confirm eligibility of newly hired employees.

Announcement closes on December 12, .