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Criminal Investigator (Special Agent)

Citizenship and Immigration Services · Posted 2 days ago

Hybrid Boise, ID $59K – $109K Apply by Jun 12, 2026 Criminal Investigation ISTP
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About the Role

Protect your homeland and defend your culture. Join USCIS, America's frontline defense against illegal foreign infiltration and fraud. This role offers up to $50,000 in signing and retention bonuses. If you're driven and ready to serve with pride, join USCIS and become a vital part of homeland security!

What You'll Do

  • The responsibilities described are for the full performance level.
  • At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope performed with less independence, and limited complexity.
  • As a Criminal Investigator conduct and coordinate high-level comprehensive criminal investigations involving individuals, groups, or large organizations operating at a local, national, or international level.
  • Conduct complex criminal investigations related to immigration fraud, benefit fraud, and threats to public safety and national security as it relates to the legal immigration system.
  • Utilize a variety of investigative techniques and legal authorities to conduct criminal investigations, including the use of electronic and physical surveillance.
  • Access various databases to query and analyze information pertinent to detecting, investigating, apprehending, and assisting to prosecute individuals or groups involved in immigration benefit related crimes.
  • Prepare case files that include detailed investigative reports that are logical and clear which are used to support obtaining legal authority to support ongoing criminal investigations.

Requirements

  • Conditions of Employment: You must be a U.S.
  • Citizen or U.S.
  • National to apply for this position.
  • Successfully pass a Background Investigation which may include a financial disclosure.
  • You must pass a drug screening.
  • Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
  • Political appointees may require OPM approval before on-boarding.
  • USCIS applies the Telework Enhancement Act of 2010 to its telework program.
  • You will be required to travel frequently and on short notice.
  • You may be required to complete a pre-employment medical examination which may include a psychological evaluation and be found to meet the medical standards for the position.
  • You may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment Physical Fitness Test (PFT) or Applicant Physical Abilities Test (APAT).
  • You will be required to maintain the ability to perform the rigorous physical requirements of the job.
  • You will be required to live within 50 miles of your duty station.
  • You will be required to testify at court, Law enforcement officers and agents must be able to testify without concern of impeachment.

Benefits

  • DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.
  • Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.
  • DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities.
  • For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Personality Fit

This role is commonly a great fit for these MBTI types:

Job ID: 1d4861cc-b1e0-4597-a66b-12991350b9b2

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