PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
About the role
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. Your work 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
- Pass the Physical Task Assessment (PTA)
- Complete the Writing Assessment at a proctored testing center
- Have your resume and supporting documents reviewed to determine eligibility
- Attend and complete a 16-week residential training program
- Qualify for a 3-week Special Agent Transition Program if applicable
Qualifications
Applicants MUST be available to complete all phases of the Special Agent applicant process. Failure to successfully complete/pass any of the screening processes will result in the applicant being disqualified and removed from consideration.
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Memory
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Interpersonal Skills
- Oral Communication
- Flexibility
Benefits
- Disrupt and dismantle transnational criminal organizations
- Support investigations involving Latin America, the Southern Border, and international partnerships
- Attend and complete a 16-week residential training program
- Participate in a 3-week Special Agent Transition Program if applicable
Pay
The pay for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Schedule
The schedule for this position is flexible and tailored to the needs of the agency.
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
Spanish language proficiency is 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 Assessment
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).