Drug Enforcement Administration
PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
Drug Enforcement Administration, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
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.
Summary THIS IS NOT A JOB ANNOUNCEMENT**
UPDATED** A job announcement will be posted on USAJobs on January 12th and April 6th, 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conducts complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug related activities.
Prepares comprehensive and succinct criminal investigative reports and prepares and delivers briefings for senior personnel and other Federal, state, and local agencies.
Identifies and apprehends drug traffickers and arrests individuals engaged in criminal drug activities.
Gathers and analyzes evidence through investigative leads, seizures, arrests, execution of search warrants, and a variety of other means.
Testifies 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).
Conditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance.
Must sign a mobility agreement that confirms the understanding and agreement to accept relocation to any location depending on DEA needs.
This position requires the completion of a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination.
A full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required. 1811 applicants who have previously completed and passed a polygraph examination with their current or former agency may seek reciprocity during the hiring process.
Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
Applicant must be at least 21 years of age and no older than 36 at appointment, unless a preference‑eligible veteran or a current or former federal civilian law enforcement retirement covered position.
Successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check.
Selectee will be required to serve a 1‑year or 2‑year trial period, as appropriate, during which we will evaluate fitness and continued employment relevance.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Incumbent subject to random drug testing.
Basic Agent Training Requirement: selectee must successfully complete a 16‑to‑20‑week BAT course at DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
1811 applicants with prior federal criminal investigation training may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts must be attached).
Qualifications Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing of this announcement. Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be comparable to that received in an accredited U.S. institution.
GL‑07 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑05 level.
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Writing reports of findings, results, or accomplishments.
Researching, collecting, and analyzing data from a variety of sources.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: One full year of graduate level education may meet the requirement.
SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (SAA) eligible for graduates with GPA ≥3.0 or 3.5, class standing in upper third, or honor society membership.
Combination of education and experience may qualify if total percentage ≥100% (experience months/12 + semester hours/18).
GL‑09 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑07 level.
Assisting in investigations, collecting and analyzing data, writing reports, meeting or corresponding with court officials, assisting attorneys, testifying or presenting evidence.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree, 2 full years of graduate education, or LL.B./J.D.
Combination of education and experience: total percentage ≥100% (experience months/12 + (semester hours – 18)/18).
GS‑11 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GL/GS‑09.
Conducting or supporting federal criminal investigations, developing operational plans, operating undercover, performing surveillance, participating in raids, seizures, arrests.
Developing and eliciting information from confidential sources, interviewing, interrogating, organizing evidence, testifying.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or three years of graduate education leading to doctoral degree or LL.M.
Combination of education and experience: total percentage ≥100% (experience months/12 + (semester hours – 36)/18).
Additional Information Appointments : Appointments will be made in accordance with 5 CFR 213.3210 (Schedule B), excepted service appointments.
Probationary/Trial Period : 1‑ to 2‑year trial period evaluating performance and organization needs. Upon completion, employment terminated unless certification is received.
Law Enforcement Availability : Availability for unscheduled work including overtime, weekends, holidays. LEAP pay at 25% base salary.
Medical Requirements : Moderate to arduous physical exertion, firearm use, exposure to inclement weather. Must pass pre‑employment medical exam.
Firearms Requirement : Authorized to carry firearm and maintain proficiency. Compliance with Lautenberg Amendment. Must not have a misdemeanor domestic violence conviction.
Employment Drug Policy : Disclosure of current and past drug usage required. Past abuse evaluated case‑by‑case.
Mobility Agreement : Must sign agreement to accept reassignment to any DEA facility. Family support required.
Relocation Expenses : Full relocation expenses paid for individuals transferring from another Federal position; other Federal employees responsible for unapproved expenses.
Recruitment incentives may be offered.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Seniority Level & Employment Type Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Part‑time
Industry & Job Function Industry: Law Enforcement
Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Benefits A federal employee receives comprehensive benefits: health, retirement, federal tuition assistance, and more.
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Drug Enforcement Administration by 2x.
Contact & Application For more information, visit the DEA Special Agent careers site or contact the hiring agency for benefits details.
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Summary THIS IS NOT A JOB ANNOUNCEMENT**
UPDATED** A job announcement will be posted on USAJobs on January 12th and April 6th, 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conducts complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug related activities.
Prepares comprehensive and succinct criminal investigative reports and prepares and delivers briefings for senior personnel and other Federal, state, and local agencies.
Identifies and apprehends drug traffickers and arrests individuals engaged in criminal drug activities.
Gathers and analyzes evidence through investigative leads, seizures, arrests, execution of search warrants, and a variety of other means.
Testifies 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).
Conditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance.
Must sign a mobility agreement that confirms the understanding and agreement to accept relocation to any location depending on DEA needs.
This position requires the completion of a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination.
A full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required. 1811 applicants who have previously completed and passed a polygraph examination with their current or former agency may seek reciprocity during the hiring process.
Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
Applicant must be at least 21 years of age and no older than 36 at appointment, unless a preference‑eligible veteran or a current or former federal civilian law enforcement retirement covered position.
Successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check.
Selectee will be required to serve a 1‑year or 2‑year trial period, as appropriate, during which we will evaluate fitness and continued employment relevance.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Incumbent subject to random drug testing.
Basic Agent Training Requirement: selectee must successfully complete a 16‑to‑20‑week BAT course at DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
1811 applicants with prior federal criminal investigation training may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts must be attached).
Qualifications Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing of this announcement. Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be comparable to that received in an accredited U.S. institution.
GL‑07 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑05 level.
Assisting in investigations of alleged or suspected violations of law.
Writing reports of findings, results, or accomplishments.
Researching, collecting, and analyzing data from a variety of sources.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: One full year of graduate level education may meet the requirement.
SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (SAA) eligible for graduates with GPA ≥3.0 or 3.5, class standing in upper third, or honor society membership.
Combination of education and experience may qualify if total percentage ≥100% (experience months/12 + semester hours/18).
GL‑09 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GL/GS‑07 level.
Assisting in investigations, collecting and analyzing data, writing reports, meeting or corresponding with court officials, assisting attorneys, testifying or presenting evidence.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree, 2 full years of graduate education, or LL.B./J.D.
Combination of education and experience: total percentage ≥100% (experience months/12 + (semester hours – 18)/18).
GS‑11 Level
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GL/GS‑09.
Conducting or supporting federal criminal investigations, developing operational plans, operating undercover, performing surveillance, participating in raids, seizures, arrests.
Developing and eliciting information from confidential sources, interviewing, interrogating, organizing evidence, testifying.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or three years of graduate education leading to doctoral degree or LL.M.
Combination of education and experience: total percentage ≥100% (experience months/12 + (semester hours – 36)/18).
Additional Information Appointments : Appointments will be made in accordance with 5 CFR 213.3210 (Schedule B), excepted service appointments.
Probationary/Trial Period : 1‑ to 2‑year trial period evaluating performance and organization needs. Upon completion, employment terminated unless certification is received.
Law Enforcement Availability : Availability for unscheduled work including overtime, weekends, holidays. LEAP pay at 25% base salary.
Medical Requirements : Moderate to arduous physical exertion, firearm use, exposure to inclement weather. Must pass pre‑employment medical exam.
Firearms Requirement : Authorized to carry firearm and maintain proficiency. Compliance with Lautenberg Amendment. Must not have a misdemeanor domestic violence conviction.
Employment Drug Policy : Disclosure of current and past drug usage required. Past abuse evaluated case‑by‑case.
Mobility Agreement : Must sign agreement to accept reassignment to any DEA facility. Family support required.
Relocation Expenses : Full relocation expenses paid for individuals transferring from another Federal position; other Federal employees responsible for unapproved expenses.
Recruitment incentives may be offered.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Seniority Level & Employment Type Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Part‑time
Industry & Job Function Industry: Law Enforcement
Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Benefits A federal employee receives comprehensive benefits: health, retirement, federal tuition assistance, and more.
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Drug Enforcement Administration by 2x.
Contact & Application For more information, visit the DEA Special Agent careers site or contact the hiring agency for benefits details.
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