Drug Enforcement Administration
Criminal Investigator- Special Agent
Drug Enforcement Administration, Clayton, Missouri, United States
Summary
TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself! You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of DEA! It's tough work, but a vital mission. Whatever your background or expertise, your work at DEA will be tremendously rewarding because it will have a daily impact on national security and the quality of life of all Americans. Duties
As a DEA Special Agent you will work as part of an elite criminal investigative team. Responsibilities include: Conduct complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug‑related activities. Prepare comprehensive criminal investigative reports and deliver briefings to senior personnel and other 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 other means. Testify on behalf of the Federal government in court or before grand juries. Additional duties may be assigned based on unique knowledge, skills, or experience. Basic Agent Training
Applicants who have not completed previous federal law‑enforcement training must attend a 16‑week residential training program. Current or former 1811 applicants who have completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts required). Conditions of Employment
U.S. citizenship required. Must obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance. Must sign a mobility agreement accepting relocation to any DEA location. Pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination required. Full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph required. Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/59. Age ≤36 unless veteran or in federal civilian law‑enforcement retirement. Pass E‑Verify employment verification. Serve a 1‑ or 2‑year trial period with evaluation of fitness and public interest. Valid state driver’s license and subject to random drug testing. Complete a 16‑week Basic Agent Training (BAT) course at the DEA Training Academy in Quantico, VA. Optional 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program for qualifying 1811 applicants. Qualifications
Applicants must meet basic qualification requirements. Specific levels (GL‑07, GL‑09, GS‑11) require the following experience or education. Applicants may satisfy experience with education or a combination. GL‑07 Level 1 year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑05 level, including assistance in investigations, report writing, and research of investigative data. Experience may be substituted with one full year of graduate‑level education, superior academic achievement, or a combination meeting 100% requirement. GL‑09 Level 1 year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑07 level, including assistance in investigations, data analysis, report writing, meetings with court officials, and presentation of evidence. Experience may be substituted with a master’s degree, 2 years of graduate education, or LL.B./J.D. plus optional combination criteria. GS‑11 Level 1 year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑09 level demonstrating skills in federal criminal investigations, operational planning, undercover, surveillance, raids, source development, interviews, evidence organization, and court testimony. Experience may be substituted with a Ph.D., 3 years of graduate education, LL.M., LL.B./J.D. or a combination meeting 100% requirement. Education
Education must be accredited by an U.S. Department of Education‑recognized institution. Foreign education may be used if comparable and evidence provided. Additional Information
The position is exempted from the federal hiring freeze. Appointment will be made under Schedule B excepted service with potential conversion to permanent career after third or fourth year. Probationary Period
1‑ to 2‑year trial period with evaluation based on performance, agency needs, and public interest. Completion requires certification of continued employment advancement. Law Enforcement Availability
Agents may be required to work substantial overtime, irregular schedules, weekends, and holidays. Availability Pay compensates for 25% of base salary. Medical & Firearms Requirements
Pre‑employment physical exam. Must be authorized to carry a firearm and maintain proficiency; meet Lautenberg Amendment requirements. Employment Drug Policy
All DEA applicants must disclose past drug usage. Past use may be assessed case‑by‑case. Mobility Agreement
Assignee must sign mobility agreement; family must support assignment location. Relocation Expenses
Full relocation expenses for transfers from another Federal position. New Federal employees may cover remaining expenses. Benefits
A federal employee and family have access to comprehensive benefits. Eligibility depends on full‑time status and position type.
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TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself! You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of DEA! It's tough work, but a vital mission. Whatever your background or expertise, your work at DEA will be tremendously rewarding because it will have a daily impact on national security and the quality of life of all Americans. Duties
As a DEA Special Agent you will work as part of an elite criminal investigative team. Responsibilities include: Conduct complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug‑related activities. Prepare comprehensive criminal investigative reports and deliver briefings to senior personnel and other 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 other means. Testify on behalf of the Federal government in court or before grand juries. Additional duties may be assigned based on unique knowledge, skills, or experience. Basic Agent Training
Applicants who have not completed previous federal law‑enforcement training must attend a 16‑week residential training program. Current or former 1811 applicants who have completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program may qualify for a 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program (FCIT transcripts required). Conditions of Employment
U.S. citizenship required. Must obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret security clearance. Must sign a mobility agreement accepting relocation to any DEA location. Pre‑employment medical clearance and annual medical examination required. Full‑scope pre‑employment polygraph required. Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/59. Age ≤36 unless veteran or in federal civilian law‑enforcement retirement. Pass E‑Verify employment verification. Serve a 1‑ or 2‑year trial period with evaluation of fitness and public interest. Valid state driver’s license and subject to random drug testing. Complete a 16‑week Basic Agent Training (BAT) course at the DEA Training Academy in Quantico, VA. Optional 3‑week Special Agent Transition Program for qualifying 1811 applicants. Qualifications
Applicants must meet basic qualification requirements. Specific levels (GL‑07, GL‑09, GS‑11) require the following experience or education. Applicants may satisfy experience with education or a combination. GL‑07 Level 1 year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑05 level, including assistance in investigations, report writing, and research of investigative data. Experience may be substituted with one full year of graduate‑level education, superior academic achievement, or a combination meeting 100% requirement. GL‑09 Level 1 year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑07 level, including assistance in investigations, data analysis, report writing, meetings with court officials, and presentation of evidence. Experience may be substituted with a master’s degree, 2 years of graduate education, or LL.B./J.D. plus optional combination criteria. GS‑11 Level 1 year of specialized experience at GL/GS‑09 level demonstrating skills in federal criminal investigations, operational planning, undercover, surveillance, raids, source development, interviews, evidence organization, and court testimony. Experience may be substituted with a Ph.D., 3 years of graduate education, LL.M., LL.B./J.D. or a combination meeting 100% requirement. Education
Education must be accredited by an U.S. Department of Education‑recognized institution. Foreign education may be used if comparable and evidence provided. Additional Information
The position is exempted from the federal hiring freeze. Appointment will be made under Schedule B excepted service with potential conversion to permanent career after third or fourth year. Probationary Period
1‑ to 2‑year trial period with evaluation based on performance, agency needs, and public interest. Completion requires certification of continued employment advancement. Law Enforcement Availability
Agents may be required to work substantial overtime, irregular schedules, weekends, and holidays. Availability Pay compensates for 25% of base salary. Medical & Firearms Requirements
Pre‑employment physical exam. Must be authorized to carry a firearm and maintain proficiency; meet Lautenberg Amendment requirements. Employment Drug Policy
All DEA applicants must disclose past drug usage. Past use may be assessed case‑by‑case. Mobility Agreement
Assignee must sign mobility agreement; family must support assignment location. Relocation Expenses
Full relocation expenses for transfers from another Federal position. New Federal employees may cover remaining expenses. Benefits
A federal employee and family have access to comprehensive benefits. Eligibility depends on full‑time status and position type.
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