Special Agent


Fairbanks 12-May-2026

Special Agent

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Federal Bureau of Investigation
 

Summary

The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. As an FBI special agent, you'll directly impact national security. By harnessing your background to transition into federal law enforcement, you can help shape the Bureau's approach to safeguarding our nation. At the FBI, you will have the opportunity to channel your expertise to protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats.

Overview

Help
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
 12/31/2025 to 12/30/2026
Salary
$99,461 - $128,329 per year

Base salary & Washington, DC locality pay. See below for further salary information.

Pay scale & grade
GL 10
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
 Location Negotiable After Selection
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Travel is dependent on position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent - Must work a minimum of a 50-hour work week, which may include irregular hours, and be on call 24/7, including holidays and weekends.
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
13
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
 
Announcement number
DESTIMP-12707645-25-VL
Control number
833381100

Experience (SE).

SE is defined as:

  • Gathering and analyzing information and data to make proper?conclusions or decisions.
  • Establishing solutions to problems, assessing vulnerabilities, considering risks, and choosing the best?outcome.
  • Organizing, planning, and prioritizing various and competing work?assignments.
  • Consistently navigating complex and/or evolving?environments.
  • Communicating orally and in writing to prepare and present reports, briefings, and/or exchange information.

 

Education

BA/BS degree

Additional information

Salary and Compensation:

  • In addition to base salary, New Agent Trainees receive locality pay for the Washington, D.C. area plus availability pay, which is 25% of the base and locality pay (the calculation is 25% x (base + locality).
  • Upon graduation from training, your salary will be adjusted according to the locality of your office assignment and Law Enforcement Officers' availability pay
You should review the Special Agent Selection Process: All You Need to Know to Apply guide before you begin the application process. This guide provides helpful information about processing for the Special Agent position.

 

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.