Drug Enforcement Administration
Criminal Investigator- Special Agent
Drug Enforcement Administration, Panama City, Florida, us, 32402
DEA Special Agent – Join a team dedicated to combating drug trafficking and protecting national security.
Your work will have a daily impact on the safety and quality of life of Americans.
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 knowledgeND, skills, and/or experience.
Basic Agent Training Applicants who have not completed previous federal law‑enforcement training must attend and complete a 16‑week residential training program trendy.
Current or former 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).
Requirements
U.S. citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance.
Each applicant will be reviewed individually under agency suitability policy.
Pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination required.
Full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required.
1811 applicants may seek reciprocity.
Selective Service registration or exemption for eligible males.
Applicants must be at least 21 and not older than 36 at appointment unless a preference‑eligible veteran or other applicable exception applies.
Must pass the E‑Verify employment verification check.
Selection requires a 1‑year or 2‑year trial period to evaluate fitness and the continued public interest.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Incumbent subject to random drug testing.
Must successfully complete a 16‑week basic agent training course at the DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
Qualifications Applicants must meet the qualification requirements described below for the position’s grade level.
All applicants must meet one of the basic qualification requirements at closing of the announcement.
GL‑07 Level
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE – GL‑07 The experience requirement may be met by one full year of graduate‑level education in a field demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and ability to successfully perform the duties of the position, or by superior academic achievement (SAA) for seniors.
SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (SAA)
Eligibility for upcoming graduates: senior students expected to graduate within 9 months; must provide documentation of expected graduation date and, prior to entry on duty, evidence of maintaining required grades during senior year.
Class Standing: upper third of graduating class.
Grade‑Point Average: ≥ 3.0 (four‑year GPA) or ≥ 3.5 (major‑field GPA) during final two years.
National honor‑society membership recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies.
GL‑09 Level
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE – GL‑09 Master’s or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to such a degree, LL.B. or J.D.
GS‑11 Level
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE – GS‑11 Ph.D. belief; three or more years of graduate-level education leading to aamang equivalent doctoral degree or LL.M.
Education Education must be accredited by an accreditupa institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Foreign education may be considered if comparable.
The position awards allowable credit for graduate education and superior academic achievement under specified criteria.
Additional Information
Probationary/Trial Period: 1 to 2 years.
Successful completion may lead to permanent Career appointment.
Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) compensates for regular overtime and irregular schedules.
Medical requirements: moderate to arduous physical exertion, firearm proficiency, and no disqualifying health्लिम; pre‑employment medical examination required.
Firearms requirement: authorized carry and proficiency; adherence to Lautenberg Amendment.
Employment drug policy: applicants disccuss past drug usage楽天; review is case‑by‑case.
Mobility Agreement: reassignment to any اظهار facility; family support required.
Rel Clase expenses: full reimbursement for transfers from other federal positions; partial for new hires.
Benefits As a federal employee you and your family have access to a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility depends on full‑time, part‑time, or intermittent status.
Refer to the DEA benefits information for details.
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Your work will have a daily impact on the safety and quality of life of Americans.
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 knowledgeND, skills, and/or experience.
Basic Agent Training Applicants who have not completed previous federal law‑enforcement training must attend and complete a 16‑week residential training program trendy.
Current or former 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).
Requirements
U.S. citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance.
Each applicant will be reviewed individually under agency suitability policy.
Pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination required.
Full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph is required.
1811 applicants may seek reciprocity.
Selective Service registration or exemption for eligible males.
Applicants must be at least 21 and not older than 36 at appointment unless a preference‑eligible veteran or other applicable exception applies.
Must pass the E‑Verify employment verification check.
Selection requires a 1‑year or 2‑year trial period to evaluate fitness and the continued public interest.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Incumbent subject to random drug testing.
Must successfully complete a 16‑week basic agent training course at the DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
Qualifications Applicants must meet the qualification requirements described below for the position’s grade level.
All applicants must meet one of the basic qualification requirements at closing of the announcement.
GL‑07 Level
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE – GL‑07 The experience requirement may be met by one full year of graduate‑level education in a field demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and ability to successfully perform the duties of the position, or by superior academic achievement (SAA) for seniors.
SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (SAA)
Eligibility for upcoming graduates: senior students expected to graduate within 9 months; must provide documentation of expected graduation date and, prior to entry on duty, evidence of maintaining required grades during senior year.
Class Standing: upper third of graduating class.
Grade‑Point Average: ≥ 3.0 (four‑year GPA) or ≥ 3.5 (major‑field GPA) during final two years.
National honor‑society membership recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies.
GL‑09 Level
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE – GL‑09 Master’s or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to such a degree, LL.B. or J.D.
GS‑11 Level
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE – GS‑11 Ph.D. belief; three or more years of graduate-level education leading to aamang equivalent doctoral degree or LL.M.
Education Education must be accredited by an accreditupa institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Foreign education may be considered if comparable.
The position awards allowable credit for graduate education and superior academic achievement under specified criteria.
Additional Information
Probationary/Trial Period: 1 to 2 years.
Successful completion may lead to permanent Career appointment.
Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) compensates for regular overtime and irregular schedules.
Medical requirements: moderate to arduous physical exertion, firearm proficiency, and no disqualifying health्लिम; pre‑employment medical examination required.
Firearms requirement: authorized carry and proficiency; adherence to Lautenberg Amendment.
Employment drug policy: applicants disccuss past drug usage楽天; review is case‑by‑case.
Mobility Agreement: reassignment to any اظهار facility; family support required.
Rel Clase expenses: full reimbursement for transfers from other federal positions; partial for new hires.
Benefits As a federal employee you and your family have access to a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility depends on full‑time, part‑time, or intermittent status.
Refer to the DEA benefits information for details.
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