Special Agent: Psychology/Counseling Expertise

About the role

The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. Use your psychology background to become an FBI special agent! The transition from counseling to special agent is more than a career move—it’s an opportunity to upskill and become an expert in your field. At the FBI, you won’t just use your crisis intervention experience; you’ll also build on it by working on cases that challenge you to think critically, adapt quickly, and collaborate with elite professionals tackling national security threats. Your ability to uncover crucial information, problem-solve, and apply your technical knowledge will help protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws, cybersecurity, and public safety.
• Exercise judgment, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands.
• Create and maintain effective liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure the readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
• Must be willing to travel as required.
• Meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or higher (preferably in psychology or related field such as social work or counseling) from a U.S. accredited college or university.
• All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.

Skills

• Behavioral therapy and social services skills.
• Expertise in technical knowledge.
• Ability to think critically and adapt quickly.
• Collaboration with elite professionals.

Benefits

• A robust benefits package that prioritizes employees.

Pay

SALARY LEVEL Pay level for this position:$93,749.00 - $133,200.00 Salary is commensurate with base, locality, and availability pay.

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

• Professional growth.
• Supportive work environment.
• Robust benefits package.

Pay

$93,749.00 - $133,200.00

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

• Professional growth.
• Supportive work environment.
• Robust benefits package.

Application

HOW TO APPLY STEP 1: Click on the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website. STEP 2: Click the “Start” button to begin. You will be prompted to either sign in to continue or register with FBIJobs if you don’t already have an account. STEP 3: Follow the step-by-step process to submit your interest. You will be guided through each step. You must complete all sections of the form AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE ATTACHED to successfully submit your interest. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates. Please note your resume MUST NOT exceed two (2) pages.Other supporting documents:College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later. Please see instructions on the site for attaching documents.