Drug Enforcement Administration
PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
Drug Enforcement Administration, Gulfport, Mississippi, United States, 39500
PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
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Summary THIS IS NOT A JOB ANNOUNCEMENT**
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.
PLEASE READ THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED SECTIONS. 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 Conditions of Employment
U.S. citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance; each applicant will be reviewed individually for agency suitability policy.
Must sign a mobility agreement confirming acceptance of relocation to any DEA location as needed.
This position requires completion of a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination.
A full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required; 1811 applicants who have previously passed a polygraph may seek reciprocity during the hiring process.
Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt (see http://www.sss.gov/).
Applicant must be at least 21 years of age and not older than 36 at appointment, unless eligible veteran or current/future federal civil‑law‑enforcement retirement position.
Successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check (see http://www.dhs.gov/E‑Verify/).
Selectee will be required to serve a 1‑year or 2‑year trial period during which fitness and public interest suitability will be evaluated.
Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
Basic Agent Training Requirement: 16‑20‑week BAT course at the DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
1811 applicants who have successfully completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts must be attached).
Qualifications GL‑07 Level Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑05 level that includes the following duties:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Writing reports of findings, results, or accomplishments for law‑enforcement activities and/or court cases.
Researching, collecting, and analyzing data from a variety of sources related to investigations; OR
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE The experience requirement for the GS‑7 level may be met by one full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement (see details).
GL‑09 Level Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑07 level that includes:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Collecting and analyzing data from a variety of sources related to investigations.
Writing reports and conducting briefings of findings, results, or accomplishments for law‑enforcement activities 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; and/or testifying or presenting evidence for court, legislative, or administrative proceedings; OR
GS‑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, etc.
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; OR
Other Requirements and Information Additional information about Special Agent employment eligibilities, medical and physical requirements, and the hiring process are available on the DEA Special Agent careers site.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and whether it is full‑time, part‑time, or intermittent.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type Part‑time.
Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management. Industries: Law Enforcement.
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PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
role at
Drug Enforcement Administration .
2 days ago - Be among the first 25 applicants.
Get AI‑powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Summary THIS IS NOT A JOB ANNOUNCEMENT**
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.
PLEASE READ THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED SECTIONS. 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 Conditions of Employment
U.S. citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance; each applicant will be reviewed individually for agency suitability policy.
Must sign a mobility agreement confirming acceptance of relocation to any DEA location as needed.
This position requires completion of a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination.
A full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required; 1811 applicants who have previously passed a polygraph may seek reciprocity during the hiring process.
Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt (see http://www.sss.gov/).
Applicant must be at least 21 years of age and not older than 36 at appointment, unless eligible veteran or current/future federal civil‑law‑enforcement retirement position.
Successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check (see http://www.dhs.gov/E‑Verify/).
Selectee will be required to serve a 1‑year or 2‑year trial period during which fitness and public interest suitability will be evaluated.
Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
Basic Agent Training Requirement: 16‑20‑week BAT course at the DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
1811 applicants who have successfully completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts must be attached).
Qualifications GL‑07 Level Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑05 level that includes the following duties:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Writing reports of findings, results, or accomplishments for law‑enforcement activities and/or court cases.
Researching, collecting, and analyzing data from a variety of sources related to investigations; OR
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE The experience requirement for the GS‑7 level may be met by one full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement (see details).
GL‑09 Level Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑07 level that includes:
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Collecting and analyzing data from a variety of sources related to investigations.
Writing reports and conducting briefings of findings, results, or accomplishments for law‑enforcement activities 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; and/or testifying or presenting evidence for court, legislative, or administrative proceedings; OR
GS‑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, etc.
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; OR
Other Requirements and Information Additional information about Special Agent employment eligibilities, medical and physical requirements, and the hiring process are available on the DEA Special Agent careers site.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and whether it is full‑time, part‑time, or intermittent.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type Part‑time.
Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management. Industries: Law Enforcement.
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