Drug Enforcement Administration
PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
Drug Enforcement Administration, Casper, Wyoming, United States, 82604
PUBLIC NOTICE – DEA Criminal Investigators
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PUBLIC NOTICE – DEA Criminal Investigators
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This is a public notice for Drug Enforcement Administration Criminal Investigator GL-1811-7/9/11 positions open to U.S. Citizens. A job announcement will be posted on USAJobs on January 12 and April 6 , 2026.
Duties
Conduct complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug related activities.
Prepare comprehensive and succinct criminal investigative reports and deliver briefings for senior personnel and other federal, state, and local agencies.
Identify and apprehend drug traffickers and arrest individuals engaged in criminal drug activities.
Gather and analyze evidence through investigative leads, seizures, arrests, execution of search warrants, and other means.
Testify on behalf of the federal government in court or before grand juries.
Additional duties may be assigned based on the individual's knowledge, skills, and experience.
Basic Agent Training Applicants who have not completed previous federal law enforcement training through another federal agency must attend and complete a 16‑week residential training program. Current or former 1811 applicants who have successfully completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program through another federal agency may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts must be attached).
Requirements
U.S. citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance.
Must sign a mobility agreement and accept relocation to any DEA location.
Completion of a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical exam.
A full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required. 1811 applicants who have previously passed a polygraph may seek reciprocity.
Selective Service registration applicable for males born after 12/31/59.
Applicants must be at least 21 and no older than 36 at appointment, unless a preference‑eligible veteran or eligible Federal civilian law enforcement retirement covered position.
Pass E‑Verify employment verification check.
Serve 1‑year or 2‑year trial period as appropriate.
Must possess a valid state driver's license.
Subject to random drug testing.
Required to complete 16‑20‑week basic agent training at DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
1811 applicants who completed a federal criminal investigation training program may qualify for a 3‑week transition program (FCIT transcripts required).
Qualifications GL‑07 Level
Must have one (1) year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑05 equivalent, including:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Writing reports of findings, results, or accomplishments for law enforcement or court cases.
Researching, collecting, and analyzing data for investigations.
Substitution of education for experience:
One full year of graduate‑level education that demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and ability.
GL‑09 Level
Must have one (1) year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑07 equivalent, including:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Collecting and analyzing investigation data.
Writing reports and briefing findings for law enforcement, court or other agencies.
Meeting or corresponding with court officials and law enforcement personnel.
Assisting prosecuting attorneys or testifying in proceedings.
Substitution of education for experience:
Master’s degree, 2‑full years graduate education, LL.B. or J.D.
GS‑11 Level
One year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑09 equivalent, including:
Conducting or supporting federal criminal investigations with other agencies.
Developing operational plans and determining investigative priorities.
Operating undercover, conducting surveillance, raids, seizures, and arrests.
Developing and eliciting information from confidential sources.
Interviewing and interrogating suspected violators.
Organizing evidence for prosecution and testifying in court.
Substitution of education for experience:
Ph.D., LL.M., or equivalent doctoral degree, or three years of graduate education lead to a doctoral degree.
Additional Information Appointments will be made under 5 CFR 213.3210 (Schedule B), Excepted Service Appointments. Trial period: 1–2 years; performance and conduct determine continuation. Law Enforcement Availability Pay is provided. Medical requirements: moderate to arduous physical work; firearm proficiency required. Mobility agreement and relocation expenses noted. Fees associated with relocation for new federal employees are limited. Recruitment incentives may be offered.
Benefits As a federal employee you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on full‑time, part‑time, or intermittent status. Contact DEA for details.
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PUBLIC NOTICE – DEA Criminal Investigators
role at
Drug Enforcement Administration
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
This is a public notice for Drug Enforcement Administration Criminal Investigator GL-1811-7/9/11 positions open to U.S. Citizens. A job announcement will be posted on USAJobs on January 12 and April 6 , 2026.
Duties
Conduct complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug related activities.
Prepare comprehensive and succinct criminal investigative reports and deliver briefings for senior personnel and other federal, state, and local agencies.
Identify and apprehend drug traffickers and arrest individuals engaged in criminal drug activities.
Gather and analyze evidence through investigative leads, seizures, arrests, execution of search warrants, and other means.
Testify on behalf of the federal government in court or before grand juries.
Additional duties may be assigned based on the individual's knowledge, skills, and experience.
Basic Agent Training Applicants who have not completed previous federal law enforcement training through another federal agency must attend and complete a 16‑week residential training program. Current or former 1811 applicants who have successfully completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program through another federal agency may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts must be attached).
Requirements
U.S. citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance.
Must sign a mobility agreement and accept relocation to any DEA location.
Completion of a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical exam.
A full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required. 1811 applicants who have previously passed a polygraph may seek reciprocity.
Selective Service registration applicable for males born after 12/31/59.
Applicants must be at least 21 and no older than 36 at appointment, unless a preference‑eligible veteran or eligible Federal civilian law enforcement retirement covered position.
Pass E‑Verify employment verification check.
Serve 1‑year or 2‑year trial period as appropriate.
Must possess a valid state driver's license.
Subject to random drug testing.
Required to complete 16‑20‑week basic agent training at DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
1811 applicants who completed a federal criminal investigation training program may qualify for a 3‑week transition program (FCIT transcripts required).
Qualifications GL‑07 Level
Must have one (1) year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑05 equivalent, including:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Writing reports of findings, results, or accomplishments for law enforcement or court cases.
Researching, collecting, and analyzing data for investigations.
Substitution of education for experience:
One full year of graduate‑level education that demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and ability.
GL‑09 Level
Must have one (1) year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑07 equivalent, including:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Collecting and analyzing investigation data.
Writing reports and briefing findings for law enforcement, court or other agencies.
Meeting or corresponding with court officials and law enforcement personnel.
Assisting prosecuting attorneys or testifying in proceedings.
Substitution of education for experience:
Master’s degree, 2‑full years graduate education, LL.B. or J.D.
GS‑11 Level
One year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑09 equivalent, including:
Conducting or supporting federal criminal investigations with other agencies.
Developing operational plans and determining investigative priorities.
Operating undercover, conducting surveillance, raids, seizures, and arrests.
Developing and eliciting information from confidential sources.
Interviewing and interrogating suspected violators.
Organizing evidence for prosecution and testifying in court.
Substitution of education for experience:
Ph.D., LL.M., or equivalent doctoral degree, or three years of graduate education lead to a doctoral degree.
Additional Information Appointments will be made under 5 CFR 213.3210 (Schedule B), Excepted Service Appointments. Trial period: 1–2 years; performance and conduct determine continuation. Law Enforcement Availability Pay is provided. Medical requirements: moderate to arduous physical work; firearm proficiency required. Mobility agreement and relocation expenses noted. Fees associated with relocation for new federal employees are limited. Recruitment incentives may be offered.
Benefits As a federal employee you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on full‑time, part‑time, or intermittent status. Contact DEA for details.
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