Special Agent I

State of Oklahoma • Ada, OK

3d • $71,529 • Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving criminal and administrative investigations related to the enforcement of the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substance Act (USDSA). The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following: Investigates violations of state laws concerning narcotics, dangerous drugs, or other controlled substances, human trafficking, money laundering, makes arrests, participates in undercover operations; complex conspiracy investigations; raids and surveillance of persons or targeted locations or where it is believed that the law is being violated. Gathers and analyzes information; searches for and gathers physical or documentary evidence or clues; interviews witnesses; interrogates suspects; obtains signed statements and affidavits; prepares investigative reports and case records; coordinates with victim services; presents findings in clear, logical, impartial and properly documented reports. Assists prosecutors in filing charges; appears as a witness in criminal and administrative court proceedings; drafts and executes legal documents for use in criminal and administrative investigations, subpoenas for evidence, search warrants, arrest warrants and affidavits. Examines physical security safeguards and accounting procedures of persons registered to manufacture, receive, hold and dispense controlled dangerous substances. Participates in in-service training; studies professional material relating to new investigative procedures and techniques; studies legal materials relating to court rulings and state and federal law; attends training sessions to acquire new skills. Operates and monitors electronic surveillance equipment; operates computers and computer software. Performs major field tactical police functions such breach of property, marijuana eradication, and other such situations. This is the basic level of this job family where employees are assigned responsibilities involving beginning level work in conducting criminal and other investigations. In this role employees will exercise the general powers of a law enforcement officer while receiving training to conduct investigations of criminal violations of Oklahoma state laws concerning the use of controlled drugs and other substances. Duties are performed under close supervision to build their skills in conducting investigations, collecting and preserving evidence, interviewing witnesses, interrogating suspects, and completing other related activities.

Requirements

• Must show proof of current enrollment to obtain your bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the Workday profile or will not be considered for position, (will not promote to an Agent III without a degree).
• Must pass a physical fitness test
• Must live within 37 miles of assigned duty station once hired
• Applicants must possess a valid Oklahoma driver's license at the time of appointment
• Possess the ability and willingness to carry a firearm and use deadly force as required
• Have and maintain physical and mental stamina to perform the work, as evidenced by a complete physical examination that meets the specifications of the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics
• Possess a willingness to accept the physical discomforts and/or dangers inherent in the work
• Be accessible by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with various periods of on call status
• Be willing to travel and occasionally be away from home for extended periods of time
• Must be 21 years old
• Selected Applicants must pass a rigid character background investigation, polygraph examination, pension physical and psychological evaluation
• Have no record of a conviction of a felony or crime involving moral turpitude (70 O.S. § 3311 F. (OSCN 2025))
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of investigation
• Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to controlled dangerous substances
• Knowledge of laws, court decisions, and rules pertaining to search and seizure, invasion of privacy, arrest, and rules of evidence
• Knowledge of the scope, applications, and interpretation of laws and regulations relating to investigating records, reports, and other documents
• Knowledge of laws and regulations relating to investigating, interviewing, and interrogating witnesses, suspects, and informants
• Knowledge of firearm safety practices
• Ability to analyze, interpret and evaluate information obtained
• Ability to recognize, collect and preserve physical evidence and controlled dangerous substances
• Ability to subdue persons
• Ability to protect oneself, associates and others
• Ability to organize and present facts and opinions clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to use a firearm
• Ability to cope with stressful and potentially dangerous situations
• Ability to handle confidential work with tact and discretion
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies
• Ability to carry out undercover work assignments
• Ability to evaluate the reliability and credibility of statements and witnesses
• Ability to write reports where facts are presented clearly and concisely
• Ability to complete any necessary training required by the agency

Nice To Haves

• Preference given to CLEET certified applicants
• Preference given to applicants who can speak Mandarin, Cantonese, Fujianese, Vietnamese or Hmong Languages

Responsibilities

• Investigates violations of state laws concerning narcotics, dangerous drugs, or other controlled substances, human trafficking, money laundering, makes arrests, participates in undercover operations; complex conspiracy investigations; raids and surveillance of persons or targeted locations or where it is believed that the law is being violated.
• Gathers and analyzes information; searches for and gathers physical or documentary evidence or clues; interviews witnesses; interrogates suspects; obtains signed statements and affidavits; prepares investigative reports and case records; coordinates with victim services; presents findings in clear, logical, impartial and properly documented reports.
• Assists prosecutors in filing charges; appears as a witness in criminal and administrative court proceedings; drafts and executes legal documents for use in criminal and administrative investigations, subpoenas for evidence, search warrants, arrest warrants and affidavits.
• Examines physical security safeguards and accounting procedures of persons registered to manufacture, receive, hold and dispense controlled dangerous substances.
• Participates in in-service training; studies professional material relating to new investigative procedures and techniques; studies legal materials relating to court rulings and state and federal law; attends training sessions to acquire new skills.
• Operates and monitors electronic surveillance equipment; operates computers and computer software.
• Performs major field tactical police functions such breach of property, marijuana eradication, and other such situations.
• Conduct criminal and other investigations under close supervision.
• Conduct investigations of criminal violations of Oklahoma state laws concerning the use of controlled drugs and other substances.
• Build skills in conducting investigations, collecting and preserving evidence, interviewing witnesses, interrogating suspects, and completing other related activities.
• Participate in manual labor required to eradicate illegal marijuana grows.

Benefits

• As a Special Agent, you will be exempt from the Civil Service and HCM Act through Title 63. As such, all complaint rights will be waived, and you will be considered an “at will” employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level