PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
About the role
At the DEA, our people are agents for change. A unique mission requires special talent. As a DEA Special Agent, you will work as part of an elite criminal investigative team that transforms the power of your talent into action. That action makes a difference for the security and well-being of our nation and the world every day.
Responsibilities
- Work as part of an elite criminal investigative team
- Transform the power of your talent into action
- Make a difference for the security and well-being of our nation and the world
Requirements
- Must be available to complete all phases of the Special Agent applicant process
- Must successfully complete the Physical Task Assessment (PTA)
- Must successfully complete the Proctored Testing
- Must successfully complete the Basic Qualification Review
- Must successfully complete the Structured Interview
Qualifications
- Must have a bachelor’s degree
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Must meet the physical requirements for the position
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Memory
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Interpersonal Skills
- Oral Communication
- Flexibility
Benefits
- Opportunity to transform the power of your talent into action
- Challenging and rewarding work
- Opportunity to make a difference for the security and well-being of our nation and the world
Pay
The pay range for this position is $54,496 to $111,900 annually.
Schedule
The schedule for this position is typically full-time.
Location Availability
The agency is currently prioritizing the filling of positions in border locations, and location availability is limited. While every effort will be made to accommodate preferences, location assignments will ultimately be determined based on the needs of the agency.
Spanish Language Skill
Applicants who possess proficiency in the Spanish language (speaking, reading, and writing) are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language skills are highly desirable in support of DEA's mission to disrupt and dismantle transnational criminal organizations, particularly in investigations involving Latin America, the Southern Border, and international partnerships.
Spanish Language Proficiency Assessment
Spanish language proficiency may be assessed during the hiring process. Applicants who indicate proficiency may be required to complete a language assessment.
Basic Agent Training
Applicants who have not completed previous federal law enforcement training through another federal law enforcement agency must attend and complete a 16-week residential training program.
Special Agent Transition Program
Current or former 1811 applicants who have successfully completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program through another federal law enforcement agency may qualify for a 3-week Special Agent Transition Program (FLETC/CITP Transcripts must be attached).