Special Agent II

Basic Function

The Special Agent classification involves criminal investigative work of a highly confidential nature performed by agents of the Office of Attorney General involving the detection and investigation of violations of the laws and statutes of the Commonwealth as specified in The Commonwealth Attorneys Act, the Public Welfare Code, and other applicable Commonwealth laws, statutes, and regulations. Agents assigned to the Bureau of Criminal Investigation investigate and assist in the prosecution of a complete spectrum of crimes ranging from the simplest of misdemeanors, to complex corrupt organizations and conspiracies, to first-degree murder cases wherein the death penalty is sought and sentenced. Special Agents utilize the entire spectrum of investigative processes and procedures in the conduct of or in providing assistance with the conduct of criminal investigations ranging from routine to the most sensitive, complex, and difficult cases. A Special Agent II may conduct an investigation independently or as a case agent coordinating the efforts of a team or as a team member and may provide direction and guidance to a less experienced agent.

Examples Of Duties

• Examines or assists in the examination of financial records, accounting ledgers, and legal documents to detect and/or confirm illegal activity
• Collections, evaluates, develops, and prepares evidence for presentation for prosecution or provides assistance with these tasks
• Conducts or assists with the conduct of surveillance of individuals or locations
• Interviews or assists in the interviewing of witnesses and interrogation of subjects to ascertain information, evidence, and confessions
• Makes or assists in making arrests and executing searches pursuant to court-ordered warrants
• Participates in raids and undercover assignments
• Prepares or assists with the preparation of criminal complaints and search warrants
• Prepares or assists with the preparation of written summary reports of investigative activities and detailed reports of investigations setting forth allegations and evidence
• Collects, prepares, and submits evidence for laboratory analysis or provides assistance with this task
• Appears in court before a district justice or a statewide investigating grand jury to present testimony and evidence as a prosecution witness and may serve as the prosecution officer at the district justice level
• Is required to qualify with an approved firearm at predetermined intervals
• Assists with and/or provides information for the preparation of press releases
• May be required to use a firearm in self-defense, the defense of fellow agents, the public, or to prevent the commission of felonious crimes

Minimum Experience And Training

• In addition to the below qualifications, applicants must have Act 120 certification, certification from an Act 120 equivalent training program as determined by the Office of Attorney General, or have successfully completed the Commonwealth Investigators Training Program.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field, or a technical or specialized major related to a specific position, and four years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field, or a technical or specialized major related to a specific position, and two years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field, or a technical or specialized major related to a specific position, and one year of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position
• Six years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position
• Four years of active duty military experience with honorable discharge, and two years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position
• Six years of active duty military experience with honorable discharge including two years as a Military Police Officer with the Criminal Investigations Division or a relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Experience managing complex crime scenes, including evidence collection, chain of custody, and knowledge of forensic evidence identification and ballistics
• Field experience in major crimes, including violent crime, sexual assault, and homicide investigations
• Specialized training and certifications; interview and interrogation; advanced investigations- homicide, sex assault, corrupt organizations, and financial crimes
• Experience working with and interviewing victims of sexual assault
• Experience investigating child abuse cases - physical and sexual

Health Benefits

• This position qualifies you for the Commonwealth's benefits package which includes medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Medical coverage is available on your first day of employment!
• Prescription is also available on your first day, for an additional cost for the first 90 days of employment.
• Dental and vision are available after 90 days of employment as well.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are available to all employees, regardless of enrollment in our benefits.
• Paid Time Off OAG employees receive 12 paid holidays each calendar year, along with earning paid vacation time and sick leave each pay period.
• Retirement For new employees, the State Employees' Retirement System offers various options for enrollment into our retirement plans. You will receive specific information on these options shortly after you begin employment.

Required Question

• 01 What is your highest level of education?
• 02 Do you have a degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field?
• 03 Have you completed the Commonwealth Investigators Training Program or have Act 120 certification (or an equivalent)?
• 04 How many years of sworn Law Enforcement experience do you have?
• 05 How many years of criminal investigative experience do you possess?
• 06 How many years of active duty military experience do you possess?
• 07 Do you have experience managing complex crime scenes, including evidence collection, chain of custody, and knowledge of forensic evidence identification and ballistics?
• 08 Do you have field experience in major crimes, including violent crime, sexual assault, and homicide investigations?
• 09 Do you have specialized training and certifications; interview and interrogation; advanced investigations- homicide, sex assault, corrupt organizations, and financial crimes?
• 10 Do you have experience working with and interviewing victims of sexual assault?
• 11 Do you have experience investigating child abuse cases - physical and sexual?