Drug Enforcement Administration
PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
Drug Enforcement Administration, Yakima, Washington, United States, 98903
PUBLIC NOTICE – DEA Criminal Investigators
This is a public notice for Drug Enforcement Administration Criminal Investigator GL-1811-7/9/11 positions open to U.S. Citizens.
Updated: A job announcement will be posted on USAJobs on January 12th and April 6th, 2026.
For more information about Special Agent positions, please visit Talk to a Recruiter.
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 a variety of other means.
Testify on behalf of the Federal government in court or before grand juries.
Additional duties may be assigned based upon an individual's unique knowledge, skills, and/or experience.
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.
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 (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 to accept relocation to any location depending on DEA needs.
Must complete a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination.
Full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required; 1811 applicants who have previously completed and passed a polygraph may seek reciprocity.
Selective Service registration or exemption (males born after 12/31/59).
Age: 21‑36 unless a preference eligible veteran or previous Federal civilian law enforcement retirement cover.
Pass E‑Verify employment verification check.
Serve 1‑year or 2‑year trial period, during which fitness and public‑interest advancement will be evaluated.
Maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Subject to random drug testing.
Complete 16‑20 week basic agent training at DEA Training Academy if selected.
Qualifications All applicants must meet one of the basic qualification requirements described below for this position.
GL‑07 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑05 level, including:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Writing reports of findings, results, or accomplishments for information or action relating to law‑enforcement activities and/or court cases.
Researching, collecting, and analyzing data from a variety of sources relating to investigations.
Substitution of Education for Experience
The experience requirement for the GS‑7 level may be met by one full year of graduate level education in a field that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position, or by Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) in a bachelor’s program.
GL‑09 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑07 level, including:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Collecting and analyzing data from a variety of sources relating to investigations.
Writing reports and conducting briefings of findings, results, or accomplishments for information or action relating to law‑enforcement activities and/or court cases.
Meeting or corresponding with court officials and law‑enforcement personnel to discuss case‑related materials.
Assisting prosecuting attorneys in preparation of technical aspects of cases, or testifying or presenting evidence for court, legislative, or administrative proceedings.
GL‑11 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑09 level, including:
Conducting or supporting federal criminal investigations in collaboration with federal law‑enforcement agencies.
Developing operational plans and determining investigative priorities of federal cases.
Operating undercover, conducting surveillance operations, participating in raids, seizures and arrests.
Developing and eliciting information from confidential sources.
Interviewing and interrogating persons suspected of violations of law.
Organizing evidence for presentation to prosecution officials and testifying in court.
Educational requirements are located in the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) Qualifications Standards Handbook. Accredited education must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Additional Information
Appointments will be made in accordance with 5 CFR 213.3210 (Schedule B). Selected employees may be converted to permanent career appointments.
Probationary/trial period of 1–2 years to evaluate fitness and public‑interest advancement.
Special Agents may be required to work substantial overtime and irregular schedules, including weekends and holidays.
Federal benefits are available to full‑time federal employees and their families.
Medical, firearm, and drug policies as required by DEA.
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Updated: A job announcement will be posted on USAJobs on January 12th and April 6th, 2026.
For more information about Special Agent positions, please visit Talk to a Recruiter.
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 a variety of other means.
Testify on behalf of the Federal government in court or before grand juries.
Additional duties may be assigned based upon an individual's unique knowledge, skills, and/or experience.
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.
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 (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 to accept relocation to any location depending on DEA needs.
Must complete a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination.
Full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required; 1811 applicants who have previously completed and passed a polygraph may seek reciprocity.
Selective Service registration or exemption (males born after 12/31/59).
Age: 21‑36 unless a preference eligible veteran or previous Federal civilian law enforcement retirement cover.
Pass E‑Verify employment verification check.
Serve 1‑year or 2‑year trial period, during which fitness and public‑interest advancement will be evaluated.
Maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Subject to random drug testing.
Complete 16‑20 week basic agent training at DEA Training Academy if selected.
Qualifications All applicants must meet one of the basic qualification requirements described below for this position.
GL‑07 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑05 level, including:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Writing reports of findings, results, or accomplishments for information or action relating to law‑enforcement activities and/or court cases.
Researching, collecting, and analyzing data from a variety of sources relating to investigations.
Substitution of Education for Experience
The experience requirement for the GS‑7 level may be met by one full year of graduate level education in a field that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position, or by Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) in a bachelor’s program.
GL‑09 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑07 level, including:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Collecting and analyzing data from a variety of sources relating to investigations.
Writing reports and conducting briefings of findings, results, or accomplishments for information or action relating to law‑enforcement activities and/or court cases.
Meeting or corresponding with court officials and law‑enforcement personnel to discuss case‑related materials.
Assisting prosecuting attorneys in preparation of technical aspects of cases, or testifying or presenting evidence for court, legislative, or administrative proceedings.
GL‑11 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑09 level, including:
Conducting or supporting federal criminal investigations in collaboration with federal law‑enforcement agencies.
Developing operational plans and determining investigative priorities of federal cases.
Operating undercover, conducting surveillance operations, participating in raids, seizures and arrests.
Developing and eliciting information from confidential sources.
Interviewing and interrogating persons suspected of violations of law.
Organizing evidence for presentation to prosecution officials and testifying in court.
Educational requirements are located in the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) Qualifications Standards Handbook. Accredited education must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Additional Information
Appointments will be made in accordance with 5 CFR 213.3210 (Schedule B). Selected employees may be converted to permanent career appointments.
Probationary/trial period of 1–2 years to evaluate fitness and public‑interest advancement.
Special Agents may be required to work substantial overtime and irregular schedules, including weekends and holidays.
Federal benefits are available to full‑time federal employees and their families.
Medical, firearm, and drug policies as required by DEA.
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