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

• Available to complete all phases of the Special Agent applicant process
• Must be available to complete all phases of the Special Agent applicant process

Applicant Availability

• Four (4) evaluation phases used to determine the applicants who are Best Qualified for the position
• MUST be available to complete all phases of the Special Agent applicant process

Phase 1: Physical Task Assessment (PTA)

• The PTA is the 1st assessment you will be required to complete to evaluate your present ability to successfully participate in the strenuous physical activities required during basic agent training
• Highly encouraged to view the following PTA video to ensure you fully understand the protocols that are required to pass the PTA

Phase 2: Proctored Testing

• Candidates who successfully complete the PTA will receive an email invitation to schedule an appointment to complete Phase 2 of the recruitment process
• Phase 2 requires candidates to complete the Writing Assessment at a proctored testing center
• Assessments measure the following competencies: Attention to Detail, Memory, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Decision Making

Phase 3: Basic Qualification Review

• Candidates who successfully complete the PTA and Written Assessments will have their resume and supporting documents reviewed to determine whether they meet the minimum qualification and eligibility requirements of this position
• The evaluation team may exclude a candidate from consideration if the candidate's self-ratings are higher than supported by the application materials
• Errors or omissions may impact eligibility

Phase 4: Structured Interview

• Candidates who pass Phase 3, will be contacted to schedule an appointment to complete Phase 4 of the recruitment process
• Phase 4 requires candidates to complete a Structured interview
• A panel of interviewers will evaluate candidates on each of the following competencies: Teamwork, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Oral Communication, Decision Making/Judgement, Self-Management, and Flexibility

Current or former 1811 applicants

• May be considered for an abbreviated hiring process

Location Availability

• The agency is currently prioritizing the filling of positions in border locations, and location availability is limited
• 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

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)