- Position Title
- Criminal Investigator- Special Agent
- Agency
- Drug Enforcement Administration
- Announcement Number
- BA2024-7MP Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, August 12, 2024 to Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
This position has an age requirement. Enter or select your date of birth.
2.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
5.
Do you meet one of the following Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
• Current Federal or former employees with career or career-conditional appointments in the competitive service that hold, or have held a position at the same or lower grade level with a lower promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) eligible (veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military; OR, are entitled to veterans' preference?
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your Permanent or Conditional Tenure and Competitive Service status. Your SF-50 should demonstrate your eligibility for consideration, e.g., length of time you have been in your current grade, your highest grade held, your promotion potential/full performance of your current position, and proof of permanent or conditional tenure. Examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, within-grade increases and appointments - Award SF-50s will not be accepted. You may need to submit more than one SF-50 to satisfy this requirement. Your SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:
• Current Federal or former employees with career or career-conditional appointments in the competitive service that hold, or have held a position at the same or lower grade level with a lower promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) eligible (veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military; OR, are entitled to veterans' preference?
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your Permanent or Conditional Tenure and Competitive Service status. Your SF-50 should demonstrate your eligibility for consideration, e.g., length of time you have been in your current grade, your highest grade held, your promotion potential/full performance of your current position, and proof of permanent or conditional tenure. Examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, within-grade increases and appointments - Award SF-50s will not be accepted. You may need to submit more than one SF-50 to satisfy this requirement. Your SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:
- Career or Career-conditional (Block 24: Tenure field is 1-Permanent or 2 - Conditional);
- Status in the Competitive Service (Block 34: Position Occupied field is 1- Competitive Service); AND,
- For current Federal employees, the most recent SF-50 must be dated within the last 52 weeks from the closing date of this vacancy announcement); OR,
- For former Federal employees, your separation action from federal service.
6.
Are you a veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you:
• served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (Note: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet the eligibility); OR,
• are entitled to veterans' preference?
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
• served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (Note: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet the eligibility); OR,
• are entitled to veterans' preference?
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
7.
Are you a current or former employee at certain Land Management agencies under time-limited competitive appointment?
If you are a current Land Management agency employee, you
Must have initially been hired under competitive examining procedures to this time-limited appointment.
Must have served under 1 or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years, AND
Must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
If you are a former Land Management agency employee, you
Must have initially been hired under competitive examining procedures to this time-limited appointment.
Must have served under 1 or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years.
Must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
Must apply for a position covered by these provisions within 2 years after their most recent date of separation AND
Must have been separated, with respect to their most recent separation, for reasons other than misconduct or performance.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit your SF-50 and performance rating. If performance rating is not available, a reference from a supervisor at each employing agency who is able to attest to satisfactory performance is acceptable.
If you are a current Land Management agency employee, you
Must have initially been hired under competitive examining procedures to this time-limited appointment.
Must have served under 1 or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years, AND
Must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
If you are a former Land Management agency employee, you
Must have initially been hired under competitive examining procedures to this time-limited appointment.
Must have served under 1 or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years.
Must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
Must apply for a position covered by these provisions within 2 years after their most recent date of separation AND
Must have been separated, with respect to their most recent separation, for reasons other than misconduct or performance.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit your SF-50 and performance rating. If performance rating is not available, a reference from a supervisor at each employing agency who is able to attest to satisfactory performance is acceptable.
8.
Do you meet the following Noncompetitive Merit Promotion Eligibility:
- Current Federal or former employee that holds, or has previously held, a career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service and has held a permanent (non-temporary) position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential (full performance level) as the position being announced?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Criminal Investigator-Special Agent GS-1811-12/13 position with the Drug Enforcement Administration. We will evaluate your resume and responses to this questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be fully supported by your resume and supporting documents.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
Are you a citizen of the United States?
2.
Do you have an active Security Clearance?
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
Do you have a relative working for the Drug Enforcement Administration?
4.
If yes, please provide the name, relationship, organization in which employed, and location if known.
SUITABILITY AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
5.
If you are a male at least 18 years of age, born after December 31, 1959, have you registered with the Selective Service System?
Note: You will be asked to provide a copy of the exemption prior to appointment
Note: You will be asked to provide a copy of the exemption prior to appointment
6.
The date immediately preceding (one day before) your 37th birthday is the maximum entry age for original appointment into the Special Agent position. This age restriction does not apply to those who have previously served in a federal civilian (non-military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. Section 8336 (c) or to preference eligible veterans. I meet one of the situations described below:
7.
This position requires that you have and maintain a valid driver's license.
8.
DEA Special Agents may be required to exert physical force in the arrest, search, pursuit, and restraint of another person(s).
9.
DEA Special Agents are required to carry a firearm while on official duty.
10.
DEA Special Agents may be required to use deadly force should circumstances dictate.
11.
All DEA Special Agents are subject to transfer to a new geographical location to meet the organizational and program needs of the agency. If hired, you will be required to sign a Mobility Agreement, which ensures that you agree to remain available for transfer, either for permanent or temporary assignment.
12.
DEA Special Agents must often travel away from their duty location for extended periods of time.
13.
1811 applicants who have successfully completed a Federal Criminal Investigation training program through another federal law enforcement agency, may qualify for a 3-week residential training program (FCIT Transcripts must be attached). Applicants who have not completed previous federal law enforcement training through another federal law enforcement agency must attend and complete a 16-week residential training program.
14.
DEA Special Agents must be willing to work an average of a 50-hour work week.
15.
DEA Special Agents must be willing to work an irregular schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays with possible extended absences from home.
16.
As an applicant for a DEA Special Agent position, you will be required to undergo a comprehensive background investigation which includes, but is not limited to, contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates and a review of your driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service.
17.
As an applicant for a DEA Special Agent position, you will be required to undergo a full-scope pre-employment polygraph examination as it relates to the truthfulness of your application and other aspects of the selection process, regarding illegal drug use, criminal history or integrity issues. Applicants who have previously completed and passed a polygraph examination with their current or previous agency, may seek reciprocity with the DEA during the hiring process. As part of the application process, DEA will review the applicant agency polygraph policy as well as its polygraph examination standards and process. Upon completion of this review, DEA will decide on the type, if any, examination will be required.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
18.
In the past 5 years, have you successfully completed a pre-employment polygraph examination with your current Federal agency?
19.
If yes, please list the name of the agency, component, division/bureau, and the month and year (i.e. April, 2022) that the examination was administered. Do not use acronyms.
20.
The duties of this position require moderate to arduous physical exertion including but not limited to walking, standing, running, use of firearms, exposure to inclement weather, and exposure to potentially hazardous substances and/or environments. You may be asked to submit your most recent Occupational Health Evaluation Record. If a current occupational health evaluation record is not available, or does not evaluate all critical elements of the DEA Medical Standard necessary to make a medical qualification determination, you may be required to complete a DEA pre-employment medical examination.
Please list the name of the agency, component, division/bureau, and the month and year (i.e. April, 2022) that your most recent occupational health examination was administered. Do not use acronyms.
Please list the name of the agency, component, division/bureau, and the month and year (i.e. April, 2022) that your most recent occupational health examination was administered. Do not use acronyms.
21.
To be eligible for a DEA Special Agent position, you may not have been convicted of a felony.
22.
To be eligible for a DEA Special Agent position, you may not have been convicted of any crime involving the use or attempted use of physical force, including but not limited to domestic violence or child abuse.
23.
To be eligible for a DEA Special Agent position, you may not have been convicted of any crime involving the use or threatened use of a deadly weapon.
24.
To be eligible for a DEA Special Agent position, you may not have used a drug, including cannabis (cannabis includes marijuana, hashish, hash oil and THC), while in a law enforcement or prosecutorial position, or a position of high public responsibility or trust.
25.
To be eligible for a DEA Special Agent position, you may not have had your driver's license suspended two or more times within the last 5 years.
26.
To be eligible for a DEA Special Agent position, you may not have been convicted of reckless/careless driving more than once in the last 3 years.
27.
DEA Special Agents must have proficient driving skills and be comfortable operating a motor vehicle under stressful conditions.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENTS
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
28.
I understand that I must be available to complete all phases of the Special Agent applicant process. If I am unavailable to participate in the required phases of the applicant process, the processing of my application will be discontinued and my file closed.
29.
The DEA is committed to a drug-free society and workplace. Applicants for employment with the DEA, to include paid and unpaid employees; and contractors, who are currently using illegal drugs, or abusing legal drugs or substances at the time of the application process, will not be selected for employment. DEA recognizes some otherwise qualified applicants may have used illegal drugs, or abused legal drugs or substances, at some point in their past; application of DEA's drug use policy guidelines, in conjunction with a case-by-case analysis, will determine if an applicant's prior drug usage or activity will result in the applicant's non-selection for employment with the DEA.
NOTE: The "date of application" is the opening date of the job announcement.
NOTE: The "date of application" is the opening date of the job announcement.
CERTIFICATION OF INFORMATION ACCURACY
30.
You must be appointed before reaching your 37th birthday unless you are a preference eligible veteran OR presently serve or have previously served in a Federal civilian law enforcement retirement-covered position (after subtracting the years/months of prior Federal service worked in a primary law enforcement position, you must be less than 37 years of age). Maximum entry age exemption requests will not be granted for any non-veteran preference eligible applicants. Therefore, unless you are a veteran preference eligible, if you are not given a final offer of employment prior to your 37th birthday, your file will be closed.
31.
I understand that the information provided on my resume, transcripts and this Assessment Questionnaire will be used to determine my eligibility and qualifications for the position. Therefore, it is recommended that I provide an accurate and detailed description of the duties performed in my current and former occupations.
CERTIFICATION OF INFORMATION ACCURACY
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
32.
Knowingly and willfully withholding information or making false statements on this application constitutes a violation of Title 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1001 and will result in disqualification from the selection process. If the misrepresentation is discovered after hiring, you may be subject to inquiry and administrative or disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.
I hereby certify that all statements made by me on this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I hereby certify that all statements made by me on this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.