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 phase, which includes the Writing Assessment
- Must successfully complete the Basic Qualification Review
- Must successfully complete the Structured Interview
Qualifications
- Minimum qualification and eligibility requirements must be met
- Self-rated scores may impact eligibility
- Errors or omissions may impact eligibility
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Memory
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving
- Oral Communication
- Decision Making/Judgement
- Self-Management
- Flexibility
Benefits
- May be considered for an abbreviated hiring process if current or former 1811 applicants have completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program through another federal law enforcement agency
- Training includes a 16-week residential training program for those without previous federal law enforcement training
- Current or former 1811 applicants may qualify for a 3-week Special Agent Transition Program (requires FLETC/CITP Transcripts)
Pay
Details about pay are not specified in the posting.
Schedule
Details about schedule are not specified in the posting.
Benefits
Details about benefits are not specified in the posting.
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.