DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE JUSTICE, DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION (DEA)
Vacancy Announcement Number: BA-2000 Opening Date: 04/19/2006Closing Date:10/31/2006Position: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR (SPECIAL AGENT) GS-1811-07/12 Salary:$35,369 - $71,965 per year
Promotion Potential: GS-13
Duty Location: Many vacanciesTHROUGHOUT THE NATION, US TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to accept assignment throughout career anywhere in the U.S. and in DEA's foreign offices.
WHO MAY APPLY: Open to all qualified persons.
MAJOR DUTIES: DUTIES: Special Agents conduct criminal investigations and prepare for the prosecution of major violators of the Controlled Substances Act. Typical duties include, but are not limited to: conducting complex criminal investigations; carrying out surveillance of criminals; infiltrating illicit drug channels; using undercover techniques; identifying and apprehending drug traffickers; executing search warrants; confiscating illegal drug supplies; arresting law violators engaged in criminal drug activities; working closely with and debriefing confidential sources of information; collecting and processing evidence; writing highly detailed technical reports; giving sworn testimony in court; developing evidence to seize financial assets gained from the proceeds of drug trafficking; establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with municipal, state, and other Federal law enforcement organizations. These duties are frequently hazardous. Special Agents carry firearms. Special Agents are required to work a considerable amount of overtime and are subject to irregular work hours.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Experience is typically in or related to the work of the position described. GS-7:Baccalaureate degree with overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.95 or above based on all courses completed or during the final two years of the curriculum; or 3.5 or higher, based on the average of all courses in the majorfield of study or based on all courses in the major field of study during the final two years; or baccalaureate degree plus one full academic year of graduate study; or one year of specialized law enforcement experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the federal service. GS-9: Graduate degree (or equivalent, such as LL.B. or J.D.), or two academic years of progressively higher level graduate education; or one year of specialized law enforcement experience equivalent to the GS-7 level of responsibility. GS-11: Appointments at this level are made from current or former Federal Criminal Investigators who have already served at the GS-1811-11 level or higher. (Appointments at this grade level will not be the result of a promotion.) GS-12: Appointments at this level are made from current or former Federal Criminal Investigators who have served at the GS-1811-12 level or higher and who have Federal narcotics investigation experience at that level. (Appointments at this level will not be the result of a promotion.) Note: Due to identified operational need, applicants majoring in Accounting orFinance may apply 90 days before receiving their degree if all otherqualification criteria are met.
BASIS OF RATING: For CTAP and ICTAP, well-qualified means that the applicant is eligible, qualified, and clearly exceeds qualification requirements for the position as demonstated by either: (1) meeting selective and quality ranking factor levelsas specified by the agency; or (2) being rated above minimally qualified underthe agency's specific rating and ranking process. EVALUATION METHODOLOGY: In addition to meeting the basic qualifications, an applicant must also have additional law enforcement, professional, military, or administrative experience sufficient to be rated in the 'most competitive' category. Candidates will be given a preliminary evaluation based on education and experience and/or experience, education, and special skill (e.g. certified fluency in a foreign language, pilot's license, military officer). Additionalconsideration will also be given to those individuals who have degrees in special skill areas: Finance, Accounting, Economics, Foreign Language (with fluency verified) in Spanish, Russian, Hebrew, Arabic, Nigerian Dialects, Chineseor Japanese, Computer Science/Information Systems, Telecommunications/Electrical/Mechnanical Engineering, or Criminal Justice/Police Science or Related Disciplines. Persons who are rated 'most competitive' will process further to a two-part panel interview (written and oral assessment.) Successful completion of the interview phase will result ina medical evaluation, physical task test, urinalysis drug screening, polygraphexamination, psychological assessment, full-field background investigation andfinal hiring decision. Applicants must successfully complete each assessment phase in order to continue through the process.
PAY, BENEFITS, AND WORK SCHEDULE: Irregular tour of duty to cover 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position is covered by the Law Enforcement Retirement System, and the incumbent is eligible for Law Enforcement Availability Pay. This position is covered by the law enforcement officer retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 836 and 5 U.S.C. 8401 as primary. All Federal employees are required by PL 104-134 to have federal payments madeby Direct Deposit. This position will be filled on a full-time permanent basis. Upon completing any required probationary period, the position will be permanent.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Selectee must sign a mobility agreement to accept relocation to other geographic areas if required by the agency. The individual selected will be subject to random drug testing. Applicants must pass a pre-employment medical examination, drug screening, andbackground investigation. The selectee must be able to obtain and keep a Top Secret security clearance. Successful applicant(s) will be required to pass a background investigation and polygraph test prior to appointment. Occasional travel may be required. Incumbent will be required to carry a firearm while performing duties and mustmaintain firearm proficiency. This position requires completion of a three year probationary period. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All candidates must be U.S. citizens between the ages of21 and 36; must be in excellent physical condition; must be able to obtain a DEA Top Secret security clearance; must have a current and valid driver's license, and must sign a mobility agreement stating their willingness to accept assignment anywhere within the United States or overseas.
OTHER INFORMATION: Time in grade restrictions must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Identification of promotion potential in this position does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher level duties. If claiming 5 point veterans' preference, a DD-214 must be submitted. If claiming 10 point veterans' preference, both a DD-214 and SF-15 must be submitted. Your Social Security Number (SSN) is requested under the authority of Executive Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants' who may have the same name. As allowed by law or Presidential directive, your SSN is used to seek information about you from employers, schools, banks, and other who may know you. Failure to provide your SSN on your application materials, will result in your application not being processed. Before being hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application if you have not done this using an application form such as the OF-612. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action. Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of theannouncement.
HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be received by the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. All status candidates and reinstatement eligibles (current and former government employees) must submit a copy of their SF 50 showing career, career-conditional, or reinstatement eligibility. Applicants must submit a copy of their college transcript or a list of collegecourses that includes hours and grades. You may apply by submitting a Resume or an "Optional Application for Federal Employment" (OF-612) for this vacancy announcement. Resumes must include thefollowing information (in addition to specific information requested elsewherein this vacancy announcement): announcement number, veteran's preference, and social security number. Applications should include all experience, education, training, self-development, awards, commendations, outside activities, or other information relevant to the announced vacancy. All current Federal employees must provide a copy of their current PerformanceAppraisal (must be within 15 months from the closing date of the announcement). Failure to submit all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your not receiving full consideration. Applicant's qualifications will be evaluated solely on the information submitted in their applications. Materials submitted as a part of your application will not be returned. Faxed materials will not be accepted. Individuals who have special priority selection eligibilty under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. See Basis for Rating for definition of "well qualified". Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605 (a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 forICTAP. This includes proof of eligibility, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application toreflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. Application forms may be obtained from the designated Special Agent Recruitment Coordinator in each DEA Division. Call 1-800-DEA-4288 for the telephone number of the nearest Recruitment Coordinator. Application packagesmust be submitted to the Recruitment Coordinator through the DEA Division. DEA's web site is WWW.DEA.GOV.
For additional information about this position please contact: SPECIAL AGENT RECRUITMENT 2023074100
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DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION
The Federal Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DEA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status, handicapping condition, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership or nonmembership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Social Security Number - Your Social Security Number is requested under the authority of Executive Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name. As allowed by law or Presidential directive, your Social Security Number is used to seek information about you from employers, schools, banks, and others who may know you. Failure to provide your Social Security Number on your application materials, will result in your application not being processed
Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.
Signature - Before you are hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application.
False Statements - If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action.
Selective Service - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.
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