Drug Enforcement Administration
PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
Drug Enforcement Administration, Rock Island, Illinois, United States, 61202
PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
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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.
Duties Help At the DEA, our people are agents for change. A unique mission requires special talent. As a DEA Special Agent, you will work as part of an elite criminal investigative team that transforms the power of your talent into action. That action makes a difference for the security and well‑being of our nation and the world every day.
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 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.
Must sign a mobility agreement for relocation as the DEA’s needs dictate.
Must complete a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination.
Full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph required; reciprocity may be considered for prior passed polygraph.
Selective Service registration/exemption applicable to males born after 12/31/59.
Must be at least 21 and no older than 36 unless eligible veteran or federal civilian law enforcement retiree.
Pass E‑Verify and a one‑year or two‑year trial period as required.
Must hold a valid state driver’s license.
Subject to random drug testing.
Must complete a 16‑to‑20‑week BAT course at DEA Training Academy.
Eligibility for 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program for qualified 1811 applicants.
Qualifications Applicants must meet the required qualification requirements by the closing of the announcement. Provide transcripts if relying on education.
For GL‑07 level: One year of specialized experience at GS‑05 level in federal service including investigations, report writing, data research, or similar duties.
Substitution of education: One full year of graduate education or superior academic achievement may satisfy experience.
Combination of education and experience: Compute percentage; must equal at least 100%.
For GL‑09 level: One year of experience at GL/GS‑07 level including investigations, data analysis, report writing, court liaison, and testifying.
Substitution: Master’s degree, 2 years graduate education, LL.B. or J.D.; combination likewise.
For GS‑11 level: One year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑09; duties include federal investigations, operational planning, undercover, surveillance, raids, evidence organization, and court testimony.
Substitution: Ph.D., 3 years graduate study, LL.M.; combination as above.
Education must be accredited by a U.S. Department of Education recognized institution. Foreign education must be comparable.
Appointments will be made in accordance with 5 CFR 213.3210; possible conversion to career after third or fourth year.
Probationary period: 1‑2 years, performance evaluated in terms of performance, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Upon completion, continued employment requires certification.
Law enforcement availability: Willingness to work overtime, irregular work, and availability for unscheduled duties. LEAP pay provided.
Medical requirements: Moderate to arduous physical exertion; pass pre‑employment medical exam.
Firearms requirement: Authorization to carry and maintain proficiency; compliance with Lautenberg Amendment.
Drug policy: Disclosure of current and past drug use; past use evaluated case‑by‑case.
Mobility agreement: Must sign and ensure family support for domestic relocations.
Relocation expenses: Full for transfers from another federal position; limited for new federal employees.
Recruitment incentives may be offered. Multiple positions may be filled from this notice.
Benefits: Federal employee benefits include comprehensive packages; eligibility depends on position type. Please refer to federal benefits overview for details.
Apply on USAJobs. For more information, visit DEA Special Agent careers site.
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PUBLIC NOTICE- DEA Criminal Investigators
role at
Drug Enforcement Administration
4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
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.
Duties Help At the DEA, our people are agents for change. A unique mission requires special talent. As a DEA Special Agent, you will work as part of an elite criminal investigative team that transforms the power of your talent into action. That action makes a difference for the security and well‑being of our nation and the world every day.
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 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.
Must sign a mobility agreement for relocation as the DEA’s needs dictate.
Must complete a pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination.
Full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph required; reciprocity may be considered for prior passed polygraph.
Selective Service registration/exemption applicable to males born after 12/31/59.
Must be at least 21 and no older than 36 unless eligible veteran or federal civilian law enforcement retiree.
Pass E‑Verify and a one‑year or two‑year trial period as required.
Must hold a valid state driver’s license.
Subject to random drug testing.
Must complete a 16‑to‑20‑week BAT course at DEA Training Academy.
Eligibility for 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program for qualified 1811 applicants.
Qualifications Applicants must meet the required qualification requirements by the closing of the announcement. Provide transcripts if relying on education.
For GL‑07 level: One year of specialized experience at GS‑05 level in federal service including investigations, report writing, data research, or similar duties.
Substitution of education: One full year of graduate education or superior academic achievement may satisfy experience.
Combination of education and experience: Compute percentage; must equal at least 100%.
For GL‑09 level: One year of experience at GL/GS‑07 level including investigations, data analysis, report writing, court liaison, and testifying.
Substitution: Master’s degree, 2 years graduate education, LL.B. or J.D.; combination likewise.
For GS‑11 level: One year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑09; duties include federal investigations, operational planning, undercover, surveillance, raids, evidence organization, and court testimony.
Substitution: Ph.D., 3 years graduate study, LL.M.; combination as above.
Education must be accredited by a U.S. Department of Education recognized institution. Foreign education must be comparable.
Appointments will be made in accordance with 5 CFR 213.3210; possible conversion to career after third or fourth year.
Probationary period: 1‑2 years, performance evaluated in terms of performance, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Upon completion, continued employment requires certification.
Law enforcement availability: Willingness to work overtime, irregular work, and availability for unscheduled duties. LEAP pay provided.
Medical requirements: Moderate to arduous physical exertion; pass pre‑employment medical exam.
Firearms requirement: Authorization to carry and maintain proficiency; compliance with Lautenberg Amendment.
Drug policy: Disclosure of current and past drug use; past use evaluated case‑by‑case.
Mobility agreement: Must sign and ensure family support for domestic relocations.
Relocation expenses: Full for transfers from another federal position; limited for new federal employees.
Recruitment incentives may be offered. Multiple positions may be filled from this notice.
Benefits: Federal employee benefits include comprehensive packages; eligibility depends on position type. Please refer to federal benefits overview for details.
Apply on USAJobs. For more information, visit DEA Special Agent careers site.
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