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Join to apply for the Criminal Investigator role at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) . Summary: Are you ready to defend the homeland? Launch an impactful career as a Criminal Investigator with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) at ICE. This role requires no college degree and may include signing and retention bonuses. Duties Conduct and coordinate high-level comprehensive investigations involving individuals, groups, or large organizations operating at local, national, or international levels. Use electronic surveillance, interviews, polygraph examination, and physical surveillance to obtain evidence in investigative cases. Make arrests, confront multiple suspects, and secure scenes in potentially dangerous environments. Secure signed statements, affidavits, and documentary evidence for reports or case records. Prepare sworn testimony on behalf of the government in criminal and federal grand jury cases. Requirements and Qualifications Conditions of employment include: U.S. citizenship, successful background investigation (may include a polygraph), medical and drug testing, and a one-year probationary period upon appointment. The position requires carrying a firearm and may involve travel, overtime, and potential remote duty locations. Education and experience: Qualification requirements must be met by the date of application submission. You may qualify at GL-9 by One year of specialized experience at the GS-07 level or equivalent (investigations, database queries, information analysis, interviews, and report preparation), or Education: a master’s degree or 2 graduate academic years toward such a degree, or Combination of education and experience meeting 100% of the requirement. Competencies include Problem Solving, Teamwork, Interpersonal Skills, and Flexibility. National Service experience and related programs may be credited. Additional Information Direct Hire Authority (OPM); Veterans Preference may still apply if eligible. Background investigation for Top Secret and other security requirements; polygraph and pre-employment checks may be conducted. Physical Fitness Test (PFT) requirements; Basic Training completes the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and HSI programs. LEAP considerations; potential overtime and the need to live within 50 miles of duty station. Shift and duty location preferences are subject to agency needs. E-Verify and benefits information available; a comprehensive federal benefits package is provided. Salary information reflects locality pay; actual salary depends on the duty location. This job posting remains open until 12/31/2025 with initial cut-off dates as communicated. How you will be evaluated: Applications are reviewed to verify minimum qualifications and supporting documentation. Direct Hire Authority applies; Veterans Preference may be noted where applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

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