Criminal Investigators and Special Agents

Description
Work Activities
Abilities
Interests
Knowledge
Wages
Skills
Work Values
Work Styles
Related Degrees
Work Context
Task Ratings
Education

Job Description: Investigate alleged or suspected criminal violations of Federal, state, or local laws to determine if evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution.

Criminal Investigators and Special Agents spend a lot of their time Analyzing Data or Information. They are naturally good at Problem Sensitivity, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, and Near Vision. Criminal Investigators and Special Agents are typically characterized as being Enterprising and Investigative. They are usually very knowledgable about Law and Government, English Language, and Mathematics and are skilled at Critical Thinking and Active Listening.

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Work Activities

Analyzing Data or Information

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Getting Information

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People

Documenting/Recording Information

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others

Processing Information

Thinking Creatively

Performing General Physical Activities

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Scheduling Work and Activities

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material

Developing Objectives and Strategies

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Training and Teaching Others

Assisting and Caring for Others

Interacting With Computers

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment

Developing and Building Teams

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others

Selling or Influencing Others

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Performing Administrative Activities

Coaching and Developing Others

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Handling and Moving Objects

Controlling Machines and Processes

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

Abilities

Problem Sensitivity

Oral Expression

Oral Comprehension

Near Vision

Inductive Reasoning

Deductive Reasoning

Information Ordering

Written Comprehension

Speech Recognition

Category Flexibility

Flexibility of Closure

Far Vision

Written Expression

Speech Clarity

Selective Attention

Fluency of Ideas

Visualization

Perceptual Speed

Speed of Closure

Originality

Visual Color Discrimination

Time Sharing

Auditory Attention

Control Precision

Finger Dexterity

Trunk Strength

Response Orientation

Memorization

Number Facility

Mathematical Reasoning

Reaction Time

Arm-Hand Steadiness

Hearing Sensitivity

Multilimb Coordination

Depth Perception

Gross Body Coordination

Manual Dexterity

Rate Control

Glare Sensitivity

Speed of Limb Movement

Spatial Orientation

Sound Localization

Extent Flexibility

Static Strength

Stamina

Night Vision

Dynamic Strength

Peripheral Vision

Gross Body Equilibrium

Interests

Enterprising

Investigative

Realistic

Conventional

Social

Artistic

Knowledge

Law and Government

English Language

Mathematics

Psychology

Clerical

Public Safety and Security

Computers and Electronics

Education and Training

Geography

Customer and Personal Service

Administration and Management

Communications and Media

Sociology and Anthropology

Telecommunications

Transportation

Economics and Accounting

Personnel and Human Resources

Therapy and Counseling

Foreign Language

Design

Engineering and Technology

Mechanical

Biology

Medicine and Dentistry

Physics

Philosophy and Theology

History and Archeology

Wages

District of Columbia

$115,000

New Jersey

$91,940

Delaware

$91,770

Alaska

$87,910

California

$86,250

Washington

$82,610

Maryland

$82,360

Hawaii

$78,910

Illinois

$78,630

Virginia

$77,990

Colorado

$75,810

Nevada

$72,330

Vermont

$71,780

Arizona

$71,770

New Mexico

$71,760

Michigan

$71,530

Oregon

$71,260

Connecticut

$70,200

Pennsylvania

$69,860

New York

$67,910

Massachusetts

$66,750

Minnesota

$66,020

Rhode Island

$65,590

Wisconsin

$64,540

Ohio

$64,440

North Dakota

$64,230

Texas

$63,320

Iowa

$62,550

Nebraska

$62,030

Florida

$61,890

Montana

$61,280

Utah

$60,920

Wyoming

$60,260

New Hampshire

$57,910

Idaho

$56,610

Missouri

$54,740

Maine

$54,540

Kansas

$53,060

South Dakota

$52,680

Alabama

$50,420

Puerto Rico

$50,410

Tennessee

$48,550

Kentucky

$48,170

Oklahoma

$47,430

Indiana

$47,130

Georgia

$45,740

South Carolina

$45,670

Mississippi

$45,060

North Carolina

$44,510

Louisiana

$43,960

West Virginia

$38,690

Arkansas

$37,860

Skills

Critical Thinking

Active Listening

Speaking

Reading Comprehension

Writing

Persuasion

Judgment and Decision Making

Complex Problem Solving

Social Perceptiveness

Negotiation

Coordination

Monitoring

Active Learning

Time Management

Science

Service Orientation

Systems Evaluation

Instructing

Management of Personnel Resources

Learning Strategies

Systems Analysis

Mathematics

Operation and Control

Operation Monitoring

Operations Analysis

Quality Control Analysis

Management of Material Resources

Troubleshooting

Management of Financial Resources

Programming

Technology Design

Work Values

Achievement

Working Conditions

Recognition

Support

Independence

Relationships

Work Styles

Integrity

Self Control

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Independence

Initiative

Adaptability/Flexibility

Stress Tolerance

Cooperation

Persistence

Analytical Thinking

Leadership

Concern for Others

Achievement/Effort

Innovation

Social Orientation

Related University Degree Programs

Work Context

Telephone

Contact With Others

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment

Face-to-Face Discussions

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results

Deal With External Customers

Letters and Memos

Freedom to Make Decisions

Time Pressure

Frequency of Decision Making

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks

Work With Work Group or Team

Outdoors, Exposed to Weather

Electronic Mail

Consequence of Error

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

Coordinate or Lead Others

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People

Structured versus Unstructured Work

Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

Level of Competition

Frequency of Conflict Situations

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety

Physical Proximity

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results

Spend Time Standing

Spend Time Sitting

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

Spend Time Walking and Running

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting

Public Speaking

Deal With Physically Aggressive People

Duration of Typical Work Week

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment

Exposed to Disease or Infections

Degree of Automation

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

Exposed to Contaminants

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance

Outdoors, Under Cover

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

Work Schedules

Exposed to High Places

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration

Exposed to Radiation

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

-40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week

-A lot of freedom-

Freedom to Make Decisions

Structured versus Unstructured Work

-About half the time-

Spend Time Standing

Spend Time Sitting

Spend Time Walking and Running

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles

-Completely automated-

Degree of Automation

-Constant contact with others-

Contact With Others

-Contact with others about half the time-

Contact With Others

-Contact with others most of the time-

Contact With Others

-Continually or almost continually-

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions

Spend Time Standing

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance

Spend Time Sitting

Spend Time Walking and Running

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body

-Every day-

Telephone

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment

Face-to-Face Discussions

Frequency of Decision Making

Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable

Letters and Memos

Electronic Mail

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions

Outdoors, Exposed to Weather

Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

Frequency of Conflict Situations

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

Time Pressure

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment

Exposed to Disease or Infections

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

Public Speaking

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

Exposed to Contaminants

Deal With Physically Aggressive People

Outdoors, Under Cover

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration

Exposed to High Places

Exposed to Radiation

-Extremely competitive-

Level of Competition

-Extremely important-

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

Deal With External Customers

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks

Work With Work Group or Team

Coordinate or Lead Others

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

-Extremely serious-

Consequence of Error

-Fairly important-

Work With Work Group or Team

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks

Deal With External Customers

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

Coordinate or Lead Others

-Fairly serious-

Consequence of Error

-High responsibility-

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results

-Highly automated-

Degree of Automation

-Highly competitive-

Level of Competition

-I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)-

Physical Proximity

-I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)-

Physical Proximity

-Important-

Coordinate or Lead Others

Work With Work Group or Team

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

Deal With External Customers

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

-Important results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results

-Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)-

Work Schedules

-Less than 40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week

-Less than half the time-

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance

Spend Time Walking and Running

Spend Time Sitting

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles

Spend Time Standing

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

-Limited freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work

Freedom to Make Decisions

-Limited responsibility-

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety

-Minor results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results

-Moderate responsibility-

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results

-Moderate results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results

-Moderately automated-

Degree of Automation

-Moderately close (at arm's length)-

Physical Proximity

-Moderately competitive-

Level of Competition

-More than 40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week

-More than half the time-

Spend Time Sitting

Spend Time Walking and Running

Spend Time Standing

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance

-Never-

Exposed to Radiation

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

Outdoors, Under Cover

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment

Exposed to High Places

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings

Exposed to Disease or Infections

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body

Exposed to Contaminants

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable

Deal With Physically Aggressive People

Public Speaking

Electronic Mail

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

Face-to-Face Discussions

Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

Telephone

Spend Time Sitting

Frequency of Conflict Situations

Outdoors, Exposed to Weather

Time Pressure

Spend Time Walking and Running

Frequency of Decision Making

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment

Spend Time Standing

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People

Letters and Memos

-No contact with others-

Contact With Others

-No freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work

Freedom to Make Decisions

-No responsibility-

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety

-No results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results

-Not at all automated-

Degree of Automation

-Not at all competitive-

Level of Competition

-Not important at all-

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

Coordinate or Lead Others

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks

Work With Work Group or Team

Deal With External Customers

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

-Not serious at all-

Consequence of Error

-Occasional contact with others-

Contact With Others

-Once a month or more but not every week-

Frequency of Decision Making

Outdoors, Exposed to Weather

Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions

Exposed to Contaminants

Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable

Deal With Physically Aggressive People

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting

Public Speaking

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People

Exposed to Disease or Infections

Time Pressure

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

Frequency of Conflict Situations

Letters and Memos

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration

Outdoors, Under Cover

Exposed to Radiation

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

Electronic Mail

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

Exposed to High Places

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment

Telephone

Face-to-Face Discussions

-Once a week or more but not every day-

Time Pressure

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People

Letters and Memos

Electronic Mail

Outdoors, Exposed to Weather

Frequency of Conflict Situations

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

Face-to-Face Discussions

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment

Deal With Physically Aggressive People

Outdoors, Under Cover

Public Speaking

Exposed to Disease or Infections

Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting

Frequency of Decision Making

Exposed to Contaminants

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

Telephone

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration

Exposed to High Places

Exposed to Radiation

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings

-Once a year or more but not every month-

Public Speaking

Exposed to High Places

Exposed to Contaminants

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings

Frequency of Conflict Situations

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

Exposed to Disease or Infections

Deal With Physically Aggressive People

Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People

Outdoors, Under Cover

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting

Time Pressure

Frequency of Decision Making

Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable

Outdoors, Exposed to Weather

Face-to-Face Discussions

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment

Electronic Mail

Exposed to Radiation

Letters and Memos

Telephone

-Regular (established routine, set schedule)-

Work Schedules

-Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)-

Work Schedules

-Serious-

Consequence of Error

-Slightly automated-

Degree of Automation

-Slightly close (e.g., shared office)-

Physical Proximity

-Slightly competitive-

Level of Competition

-Some freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work

Freedom to Make Decisions

-Very close (near touching)-

Physical Proximity

-Very high responsibility-

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety

-Very important-

Deal With External Customers

Coordinate or Lead Others

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks

Work With Work Group or Team

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

-Very important results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results

-Very little freedom-

Freedom to Make Decisions

Structured versus Unstructured Work

-Very serious-

Consequence of Error

Task Ratings

- Importance Core-

Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.

Record evidence and documents, using equipment such as cameras and photocopy machines.

Examine records to locate links in chains of evidence or information.

Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.

Collaborate with other offices and agencies to exchange information and coordinate activities.

Determine scope, timing, and direction of investigations.

Analyze evidence in laboratories or in the field.

Testify before grand juries concerning criminal activity investigations.

Investigate organized crime, public corruption, financial crime, copyright infringement, civil rights violations, bank robbery, extortion, kidnapping, and other violations of federal or state statutes.

Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.

Obtain and use search and arrest warrants.

Serve subpoenas or other official papers.

Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.

Develop relationships with informants to obtain information related to cases.

- Importance Supplemental-

Search for and collect evidence, such as fingerprints, using investigative equipment.

Collect and record physical information about arrested suspects, including fingerprints, height and weight measurements, and photographs.

Compare crime scene fingerprints with those from suspects or fingerprint files to identify perpetrators, using computers.

Administer counterterrorism and counternarcotics reward programs.

Provide protection for individuals, such as government leaders, political candidates, and visiting foreign dignitaries.

Perform undercover assignments and maintain surveillance, including monitoring authorized wiretaps.

Manage security programs designed to protect personnel, facilities, and information.

Issue security clearances.

- Relevance of Task Core-

Collaborate with other offices and agencies to exchange information and coordinate activities.

Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.

Record evidence and documents, using equipment such as cameras and photocopy machines.

Testify before grand juries concerning criminal activity investigations.

Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.

Determine scope, timing, and direction of investigations.

Obtain and use search and arrest warrants.

Examine records to locate links in chains of evidence or information.

Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.

Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.

Analyze evidence in laboratories or in the field.

Serve subpoenas or other official papers.

Develop relationships with informants to obtain information related to cases.

- Relevance of Task Supplemental-

Collect and record physical information about arrested suspects, including fingerprints, height and weight measurements, and photographs.

Perform undercover assignments and maintain surveillance, including monitoring authorized wiretaps.

Search for and collect evidence, such as fingerprints, using investigative equipment.

Compare crime scene fingerprints with those from suspects or fingerprint files to identify perpetrators, using computers.

Manage security programs designed to protect personnel, facilities, and information.

Issue security clearances.

Administer counterterrorism and counternarcotics reward programs.

-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.

Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.

Collaborate with other offices and agencies to exchange information and coordinate activities.

Determine scope, timing, and direction of investigations.

Record evidence and documents, using equipment such as cameras and photocopy machines.

Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.

Examine records to locate links in chains of evidence or information.

Develop relationships with informants to obtain information related to cases.

Serve subpoenas or other official papers.

Analyze evidence in laboratories or in the field.

Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.

Obtain and use search and arrest warrants.

Testify before grand juries concerning criminal activity investigations.

-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Collect and record physical information about arrested suspects, including fingerprints, height and weight measurements, and photographs.

Compare crime scene fingerprints with those from suspects or fingerprint files to identify perpetrators, using computers.

Perform undercover assignments and maintain surveillance, including monitoring authorized wiretaps.

Manage security programs designed to protect personnel, facilities, and information.

Issue security clearances.

Search for and collect evidence, such as fingerprints, using investigative equipment.

Provide protection for individuals, such as government leaders, political candidates, and visiting foreign dignitaries.

-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Collaborate with other offices and agencies to exchange information and coordinate activities.

Examine records to locate links in chains of evidence or information.

Determine scope, timing, and direction of investigations.

Record evidence and documents, using equipment such as cameras and photocopy machines.

Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.

Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.

Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.

Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.

Serve subpoenas or other official papers.

Analyze evidence in laboratories or in the field.

Develop relationships with informants to obtain information related to cases.

Obtain and use search and arrest warrants.

Testify before grand juries concerning criminal activity investigations.

-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Manage security programs designed to protect personnel, facilities, and information.

Collect and record physical information about arrested suspects, including fingerprints, height and weight measurements, and photographs.

Compare crime scene fingerprints with those from suspects or fingerprint files to identify perpetrators, using computers.

Issue security clearances.

Perform undercover assignments and maintain surveillance, including monitoring authorized wiretaps.

Provide protection for individuals, such as government leaders, political candidates, and visiting foreign dignitaries.

Search for and collect evidence, such as fingerprints, using investigative equipment.

-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Serve subpoenas or other official papers.

Analyze evidence in laboratories or in the field.

Testify before grand juries concerning criminal activity investigations.

Obtain and use search and arrest warrants.

Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.

Determine scope, timing, and direction of investigations.

Collaborate with other offices and agencies to exchange information and coordinate activities.

Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.

Examine records to locate links in chains of evidence or information.

Develop relationships with informants to obtain information related to cases.

Record evidence and documents, using equipment such as cameras and photocopy machines.

Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.

Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.

-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Compare crime scene fingerprints with those from suspects or fingerprint files to identify perpetrators, using computers.

Search for and collect evidence, such as fingerprints, using investigative equipment.

Collect and record physical information about arrested suspects, including fingerprints, height and weight measurements, and photographs.

Provide protection for individuals, such as government leaders, political candidates, and visiting foreign dignitaries.

Perform undercover assignments and maintain surveillance, including monitoring authorized wiretaps.

Issue security clearances.

Administer counterterrorism and counternarcotics reward programs.

-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Develop relationships with informants to obtain information related to cases.

Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.

Examine records to locate links in chains of evidence or information.

Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.

Record evidence and documents, using equipment such as cameras and photocopy machines.

Analyze evidence in laboratories or in the field.

Determine scope, timing, and direction of investigations.

Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.

Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.

Collaborate with other offices and agencies to exchange information and coordinate activities.

Serve subpoenas or other official papers.

Obtain and use search and arrest warrants.

Testify before grand juries concerning criminal activity investigations.

-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Search for and collect evidence, such as fingerprints, using investigative equipment.

Collect and record physical information about arrested suspects, including fingerprints, height and weight measurements, and photographs.

Manage security programs designed to protect personnel, facilities, and information.

Compare crime scene fingerprints with those from suspects or fingerprint files to identify perpetrators, using computers.

Perform undercover assignments and maintain surveillance, including monitoring authorized wiretaps.

Provide protection for individuals, such as government leaders, political candidates, and visiting foreign dignitaries.

-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Obtain and use search and arrest warrants.

Testify before grand juries concerning criminal activity investigations.

Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.

Serve subpoenas or other official papers.

Record evidence and documents, using equipment such as cameras and photocopy machines.

Develop relationships with informants to obtain information related to cases.

Analyze evidence in laboratories or in the field.

Determine scope, timing, and direction of investigations.

Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.

Collaborate with other offices and agencies to exchange information and coordinate activities.

Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.

Examine records to locate links in chains of evidence or information.

Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.

-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Perform undercover assignments and maintain surveillance, including monitoring authorized wiretaps.

Provide protection for individuals, such as government leaders, political candidates, and visiting foreign dignitaries.

Manage security programs designed to protect personnel, facilities, and information.

Search for and collect evidence, such as fingerprints, using investigative equipment.

Compare crime scene fingerprints with those from suspects or fingerprint files to identify perpetrators, using computers.

Collect and record physical information about arrested suspects, including fingerprints, height and weight measurements, and photographs.

Administer counterterrorism and counternarcotics reward programs.

-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Examine records to locate links in chains of evidence or information.

Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.

Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.

Analyze evidence in laboratories or in the field.

Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.

Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.

Determine scope, timing, and direction of investigations.

Collaborate with other offices and agencies to exchange information and coordinate activities.

Record evidence and documents, using equipment such as cameras and photocopy machines.

Obtain and use search and arrest warrants.

Testify before grand juries concerning criminal activity investigations.

Develop relationships with informants to obtain information related to cases.

Serve subpoenas or other official papers.

-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Administer counterterrorism and counternarcotics reward programs.

Collect and record physical information about arrested suspects, including fingerprints, height and weight measurements, and photographs.

Search for and collect evidence, such as fingerprints, using investigative equipment.

Perform undercover assignments and maintain surveillance, including monitoring authorized wiretaps.

Manage security programs designed to protect personnel, facilities, and information.

Compare crime scene fingerprints with those from suspects or fingerprint files to identify perpetrators, using computers.

Issue security clearances.

Provide protection for individuals, such as government leaders, political candidates, and visiting foreign dignitaries.

-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Testify before grand juries concerning criminal activity investigations.

Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.

Obtain and use search and arrest warrants.

Develop relationships with informants to obtain information related to cases.

Analyze evidence in laboratories or in the field.

Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.

Determine scope, timing, and direction of investigations.

Serve subpoenas or other official papers.

Collaborate with other offices and agencies to exchange information and coordinate activities.

Examine records to locate links in chains of evidence or information.

Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.

Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.

Record evidence and documents, using equipment such as cameras and photocopy machines.

-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Administer counterterrorism and counternarcotics reward programs.

Provide protection for individuals, such as government leaders, political candidates, and visiting foreign dignitaries.

Perform undercover assignments and maintain surveillance, including monitoring authorized wiretaps.

Manage security programs designed to protect personnel, facilities, and information.

Search for and collect evidence, such as fingerprints, using investigative equipment.

Collect and record physical information about arrested suspects, including fingerprints, height and weight measurements, and photographs.

Issue security clearances.

Education Training Experience

-On-Site or In-Plant Training-

None

Up to and including 1 month

Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months

Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months

Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year

Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years

Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years

-On-the-Job Training-

Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month

Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months

Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months

Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year

Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years

Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years

Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years

-Related Work Experience-

None

Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year

Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years

Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years

Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years

Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years

Over 10 years

-Required Level of Education-

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)

Some College Courses

Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)

Bachelor's Degree

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Baccalaureate degree, but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees carrying the title of Master

Master's Degree