Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Special Agent: Law/Legal Background
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), El Paso, Texas, United States
Special Agent: Law/Legal Background
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
This position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze.
Use your law background to become an FBI special agent! The transition from legal fields to special agent is more than a career move—it’s an opportunity to upskill and become an expert in your field. At the FBI, you’ll use your legal research experience and build on it by working on cases that challenge you to think critically, adapt quickly, and collaborate with elite professionals tackling national security threats. Your ability to uncover crucial information, problem-solve, and apply technical knowledge will help protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats.
How to Apply STEP 1:
Click the "Apply" button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.
STEP 2:
Click the "Start" button to begin. You will be prompted to sign in or register with FBIJobs if you don’t already have an account.
STEP 3:
Follow the step-by‑by‑step process to submit your interest. You must complete all sections of the form and attach all required documents.
Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates. Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages.
Other supporting documents:
College transcripts (if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement).
Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.
Please see instructions on the site for attaching documents.
Salary Level
$99,461.00–$128,329.00
Salary is commensurate with base, locality, and availability pay.
Major Duties
Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws, cybersecurity, and public safety.
Exercise judgment, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands.
Create and maintain effective liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement agencies.
Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure the readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.
Key Requirements
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
Must be willing to travel as required.
Must meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.
Education
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or J.D. degree (preferably in law, legal, or a related field) from a U.S. accredited college or university.
All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.
The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, pregnancy and related conditions, or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other nonmerit factors.
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This position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze.
Use your law background to become an FBI special agent! The transition from legal fields to special agent is more than a career move—it’s an opportunity to upskill and become an expert in your field. At the FBI, you’ll use your legal research experience and build on it by working on cases that challenge you to think critically, adapt quickly, and collaborate with elite professionals tackling national security threats. Your ability to uncover crucial information, problem-solve, and apply technical knowledge will help protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats.
How to Apply STEP 1:
Click the "Apply" button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.
STEP 2:
Click the "Start" button to begin. You will be prompted to sign in or register with FBIJobs if you don’t already have an account.
STEP 3:
Follow the step-by‑by‑step process to submit your interest. You must complete all sections of the form and attach all required documents.
Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates. Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages.
Other supporting documents:
College transcripts (if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement).
Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.
Please see instructions on the site for attaching documents.
Salary Level
$99,461.00–$128,329.00
Salary is commensurate with base, locality, and availability pay.
Major Duties
Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws, cybersecurity, and public safety.
Exercise judgment, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands.
Create and maintain effective liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement agencies.
Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure the readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.
Key Requirements
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
Must be willing to travel as required.
Must meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.
Education
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or J.D. degree (preferably in law, legal, or a related field) from a U.S. accredited college or university.
All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.
The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, pregnancy and related conditions, or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other nonmerit factors.
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