Special Agent with Law/Legal Expertise

Job Overview

This role presents a unique chance for individuals with legal backgrounds to transition into a career as an FBI Special Agent. Beyond utilizing your experience in legal research, you will gain advanced investigative skills by engaging with cases involving national security challenges such as cyber threats, terrorism, and fraud. Your responsibilities include uncovering key information, problem-solving, and applying technical knowledge in collaboration with top-tier professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute investigations into possible violations of federal statutes, cybersecurity breaches, and safety concerns.
• Apply sound judgment and adaptability to meet diverse investigative needs.
• Develop and sustain productive partnerships with law enforcement agencies at the federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international levels.
• Maintain physical fitness levels essential for effective law enforcement performance.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must hold U.S. citizenship.
• Eligibility to obtain Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance is mandatory.
• Willingness to undertake necessary travel for agency duties.
• Fulfillment of all FBI Employment Eligibility criteria.
• Possession of a bachelor's or Juris Doctor degree in law, legal studies, or a closely related discipline from an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Submission of official college transcripts for degree verification.

Application Process

Applicants must submit a resume no longer than two pages detailing relevant work history with precise start and end dates. Additional documents include college transcripts and, if applicable, veterans' discharge papers and related documentation. Completion of all required sections and document attachments on the application platform is necessary for consideration.

Compensation

The salary range for this position spans from $93,749 to $133,200 annually, adjusted based on base pay, local cost variations, and availability pay.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The FBI is committed to fair hiring practices and provides equal opportunity to all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital or parental status, disabilities, age, gender, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or any other non-merit-based factors.