Drug Enforcement Administration
PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
Drug Enforcement Administration, Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105
PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
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PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
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Summary 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 12th and April 6th, 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 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 confirming relocation to any DEA location.
Must complete a pre-employment medical clearance and annual examination.
Full-scope pre-employment polygraph required.
Selective Service registration required for eligible males.
Age 21 to 36 at time of appointment (unless preference eligible veteran or former Federal civilian law enforcement retirement covered position).
Pass E-Verify employment verification check.
Serve a 1-year or 2-year trial period evaluating fitness and public interest.
Maintain a valid state driver's license.
Subject to random drug testing.
Successfully complete Basic Agent Training (16–20 weeks) upon selection.
Qualifications GL-07 Level
One (1) 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:
One full year of graduate level education in a field demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform duties may satisfy the experience requirement.
SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (SAA):
Applicants who complete a bachelor's degree with SAA may be considered. Senior students eligible within 9 months of completion may be considered under class standing, GPA, or honor society membership as described.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A combination of education and experience may qualify if the computed percentage of requirements is at least 100%.
GL-09 Level
One (1) 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.
Meeting or corresponding with court officials and law enforcement personnel.
Assisting prosecuting attorneys in preparation of technical aspects of cases; testifying or presenting evidence for court, legislative, or administrative proceedings.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:
Master’s or equivalent graduate degree, 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education, or LL.B./J.D.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A combination of education and experience may qualify if the computed percentage of requirements is at least 100%.
GL-11 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS-09 level, demonstrating:
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.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or LL.M. or related.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A combination of education and experience may qualify if the computed percentage of requirements is at least 100%.
Education Educational credentials must be accredited by a recognized U.S. accrediting institution. Foreign education may be used if comparable. Information on foreign education, pass/fail courses, and graduate education requirements is provided in the original description.
Appointments, Probationary/Trial Period, and Availability
Appointments will be made through Schedule B (Excepted Service) and may convert to permanent career appointments.
A 1–2 year trial period is required to evaluate fitness and continued employment for the public interest.
Special Agents may be required to work substantial overtime, irregular schedules, and weekend/holiday work.
Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) is provided based on 25% of base salary.
Medical, Firearms, and Drug Requirements
Pre-employment medical examination required with restrictions on physical conditions.
Authorized firearm carrier with proficiency; compliance with the Lautenberg Amendment.>
Disclosure of past and current drug use is required; assessment on a case-by-case basis.
Mobility Agreement and Relocation Position is subject to reassignment to any DEA facility. Mobility agreement required. Full relocation expenses paid for transfers from another Federal position; limited for new Federal employees.
Benefits Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, life insurance, retirement, paid leave, etc. Eligibility depends on position type.
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PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
role at
Drug Enforcement Administration .
Summary 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 12th and April 6th, 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 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 confirming relocation to any DEA location.
Must complete a pre-employment medical clearance and annual examination.
Full-scope pre-employment polygraph required.
Selective Service registration required for eligible males.
Age 21 to 36 at time of appointment (unless preference eligible veteran or former Federal civilian law enforcement retirement covered position).
Pass E-Verify employment verification check.
Serve a 1-year or 2-year trial period evaluating fitness and public interest.
Maintain a valid state driver's license.
Subject to random drug testing.
Successfully complete Basic Agent Training (16–20 weeks) upon selection.
Qualifications GL-07 Level
One (1) 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:
One full year of graduate level education in a field demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform duties may satisfy the experience requirement.
SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (SAA):
Applicants who complete a bachelor's degree with SAA may be considered. Senior students eligible within 9 months of completion may be considered under class standing, GPA, or honor society membership as described.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A combination of education and experience may qualify if the computed percentage of requirements is at least 100%.
GL-09 Level
One (1) 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.
Meeting or corresponding with court officials and law enforcement personnel.
Assisting prosecuting attorneys in preparation of technical aspects of cases; testifying or presenting evidence for court, legislative, or administrative proceedings.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:
Master’s or equivalent graduate degree, 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education, or LL.B./J.D.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A combination of education and experience may qualify if the computed percentage of requirements is at least 100%.
GL-11 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS-09 level, demonstrating:
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.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or LL.M. or related.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A combination of education and experience may qualify if the computed percentage of requirements is at least 100%.
Education Educational credentials must be accredited by a recognized U.S. accrediting institution. Foreign education may be used if comparable. Information on foreign education, pass/fail courses, and graduate education requirements is provided in the original description.
Appointments, Probationary/Trial Period, and Availability
Appointments will be made through Schedule B (Excepted Service) and may convert to permanent career appointments.
A 1–2 year trial period is required to evaluate fitness and continued employment for the public interest.
Special Agents may be required to work substantial overtime, irregular schedules, and weekend/holiday work.
Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) is provided based on 25% of base salary.
Medical, Firearms, and Drug Requirements
Pre-employment medical examination required with restrictions on physical conditions.
Authorized firearm carrier with proficiency; compliance with the Lautenberg Amendment.>
Disclosure of past and current drug use is required; assessment on a case-by-case basis.
Mobility Agreement and Relocation Position is subject to reassignment to any DEA facility. Mobility agreement required. Full relocation expenses paid for transfers from another Federal position; limited for new Federal employees.
Benefits Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, life insurance, retirement, paid leave, etc. Eligibility depends on position type.
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