Special Agents conduct criminal investigations and prepare for the prosecution of major violators of the Controlled Substances Act. 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. 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.
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. Successful completion of the interview phase will result in a medical evaluation, physical task test, urinalysis drug screening, polygraph examination, psychological assessment, full-field background investigation and final hiring decision. Applicants must successfully complete each assessment phase in order to continue through the process. 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.