Special Agent II
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCommonwealth Avenue, SoMa, Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, 17101, United States
About the Bureau
The Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) within the Criminal Law Division of the Office of Attorney General is dedicated to the detection and investigation of violations of Commonwealth laws. Our mission encompasses a complete spectrum of criminal justice, ranging from routine misdemeanors to complex corrupt organizations and first-degree murder cases where the death penalty is sought.
About the Role
As a Special Agent II, you will serve as a critical component of our investigative team, handling work of a highly confidential nature. This position involves conducting independent investigations or coordinating the efforts of a team, providing direction and guidance to less experienced agents. You will utilize the full spectrum of investigative processes to handle cases that are routine, sensitive, complex, and difficult.
Your day-to-day responsibilities include examining financial records and legal documents to detect illegal activity, conducting surveillance, and interviewing witnesses or interrogating subjects. You will be responsible for collecting and preparing evidence for prosecution, executing search warrants, and participating in raids and undercover assignments. A significant portion of your role involves appearing in court to present testimony and evidence as a prosecution witness before district justices or statewide investigating grand juries. Additionally, you will be required to qualify with an approved firearm at predetermined intervals and may be called upon to use a firearm in self-defense or to prevent felonious crimes.
Application Instructions
Applicants must possess Act 120 certification, certification from an Act 120 equivalent training program as determined by the Office of Attorney General, or have successfully completed the Commonwealth Investigators Training Program. Please review the minimum experience and training requirements carefully, which include specific combinations of accredited education and relevant law enforcement or investigative experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Commonwealth Avenue, SoMa, Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, 17101, United States
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Act 120 Certification, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, Law Enforcement, Investigative Experience, Evidence Collection, Chain Of Custody, Forensic Evidence Identification.
Education: Associate's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or related major with 4 years experience; Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or related major with 2 years experience; Master's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or related major with 1 year experience.
Frequently asked questions about Special Agent II at Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General
What does a Special Agent II at Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General do?expand_more
A Special Agent II at Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General is responsible for the following: Examine financial records, accounting ledgers, and legal documents to detect illegal activity; Conduct surveillance of individuals or locations and participate in undercover assignments; Appear in court to present testimony and evidence as a prosecution witness; and Qualify with an approved firearm at predetermined intervals and use it for self-defense if necessary.
What are the requirements for this Special Agent II role?expand_more
To qualify for the Special Agent II at Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General position, applicants should have: Act 120 certification or equivalent; Associate's degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice and 4 years experience; Bachelor's degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice and 2 years experience; Master's degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice and 1 year experience; 6 years relevant law enforcement or investigative experience; and 4 years active duty military with honorable discharge and 2 years relevant experience.