Criminal Investigator (Deputy U.S. Marshal)

Criminal Investigator (Deputy U.S. Marshal)

Department: Department of Justice

Location(s): Birmingham, Alabama, Mobile, Alabama, Montgomery, Alabama, Miami, Florida, Tallahassee, Florida, Tampa, Florida, Atlanta, Georgia, Augusta, Georgia, Macon, Georgia

Salary Range: $54485 - $70307 Per Year

Job Summary: A Deputy U.S. Marshal is responsible for assisting in and performing criminal investigations to apprehend wanted Federal fugitives, participating in joint task forces which are composed of a variety of law enforcement personnel, and developing facts and evidence by utilizing a wide range of investigative techniques. The incumbent also provides for the protection of judicial officials, government officials and witnesses. Note: Please read the entire announcement carefully before applying

Major Duties:

• As a Criminal Investigator (Deputy U.S. Marshal) at the GL-1811-9 level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Independently enforcing a variety of civil and criminal process cases. Assisting in planning and executing warrants of arrest. Testifying in court proceedings on routine cases and issues. Performing court security assignments for arraignments, hearings, and criminal and civil trials. Provides personal protection inside the courtroom or Federal building for court officials and guards sequestered juries. Participating in protective assignments for high-ranking United States Government officials, judicial officers, members of the United Nations General Assembly, foreign dignitaries, and others as assigned. This announcement is for Region 11. Applicants will be able to select five main district location preferences within this region; however, due to the needs of the U.S. Marshal Service, applicants may be placed anywhere within Region 11 district offices. This may also include placement at a district sub-office location. The next steps after completion of the application are as follows: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the on-line assessment are scheduled for a pre-employment fitness screening at one of our locations across the country. Applicants will get one chance to pass the fitness screening, based on the minimum standards for the applicant's age and gender. Applicants who pass the fitness screening are scheduled for a structured interview at one of our locations across the country. Receive a tentative offer of employment. Applicants who pass the structured interview may receive a tentative offer of employment. Complete the pre-employment pre-requisites which include a background investigation, medical screening, and drug test. Receive a final employment offer. Applicants who pass all pre-employment requirements may receive a final employment offer.

Qualifications: Special Retirement Provisions for Law Enforcement/Maximum Entry Age: The Deputy U.S. Marshal is a Primary/Rigorous position covered by the retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 8336{c) and 5 U.S.C. 8412{d). Persons making their first entry into a law enforcement position under these authorities must be between the ages of 21 and 36 years of age. The date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum entry age for original appointment to a position as a law enforcement officer or firefighter position as defined in title 5 U.S.C. 8331(20)(21) or in 5 U.S.C. 8401(14)(17). This age restriction does not apply to those who have prior Federal service in a covered primary law enforcement or firefighter position, or to qualified Veterans' preference eligibles regardless of whether they meet the maximum age requirements identified at 5 U.S.C. 3307, unless the hiring agency has determined age is essential to the duties of the job. All applications will be screened for date of birth at the time of initial application. This position requires you to carry a firearm and is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment, 18 U.S.C. Section 922(g)(9). Any person convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess any firearm or ammunition. A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is generally defined under the statute as any offense involving the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by the victim's current or former domestic partner, parent, or guardian. The term 'convicted' as defined in the statute, excludes any person whose conviction has been expunged, set aside, or pardoned, or any person whose civil rights have been restored unless the pardon, expungement or restoration of civil rights expressly prohibits the possession of firearms or ammunition. GL-09: To qualify at this grade level, you must meet ONE of the following: Specialized Experience: You must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of responsible law enforcement experience equivalent to at least the GS/GL-07 grade level that required the exercise of tact, courtesy, and the ability to deal effectively with associates, subordinates, the public, and prisoners. Your resume must reflect that you are performing three out of the six duties listed below. This specialized experience must be gained in a full time certified law enforcement officer position(s) which includes: Independently execute and enforce the civil and/or criminal process; Plan the execution of warrants of arrest; Plan and carry out investigations; Execute warrants of arrest; Lead security assignments for court proceedings in criminal and/or civil trials; or Coordinate the transporting of detainees, arrestees, and/or prisoners. Education: You must have completed (or expect to complete within 9 months) all requirements for a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. Education must be related to law enforcement. Related fields include Criminal Justice, Criminology, Homeland Security, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics, Psychology, Sociology, Public Administration, Political Science, Intelligence Studies, or Law. This list is not all inclusive. -OR- Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized experience, as described above, and related graduate level education, beyond the first full year of graduate level study may be used to qualify for this position as long as the completion of a percentage of the two-year graduate education requirement and a percentage of the one-year specialized work experience that's combined equals 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. When citing your education and/or experience, be clear and specific. We cannot make assumptions about your education and/or experience. If your transcripts and/or resume do not support your application questionnaire answers, you may not receive credit for your response(s).

How to Apply: Please read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. You must submit a complete Application Package by 11:59 PM ET on the announcement closing date. Note: Applicants should use a personal email that they will continue to have access to instead of an educational institution, business or Uniformed Services email. The application process is as follows: 1. To begin the application process, click the Apply Online button. 2. Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation. 3. Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to be considered. To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account. There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Edit My Application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement is closed. Updated resumes will not be accepted after the closing date of the announcement. To verify the status of your application both during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account. Your applications will appear on the Welcome page. Navigate to the job application and click Track this application to view your application status. The link will take you to the hiring agency application system, which has the most up-to-date status of your application. There you can review any notifications sent to you related to this application. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means click here. Click the following link to preview the application https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12947776

Application Deadline: 2026-05-06