How do I become a DEA SRT?

Our rigorous hiring process can take up to 12 months or more, and includes the following steps:

  1. Qualifications review.
  2. Written assessment and panel interview.
  3. Drug test.
  4. Medical examination.
  5. Physical task assessment.
  6. Polygraph examination.
  7. Psychological assessment.
  8. Full-field background investigation.

How long is DEA Academy?

18-week
The DEA Basic Agent Training Program is an 18-week entry-level training program designed to prepare DEA Special Agents for field assignments nationwide.

Do DEA agents go undercover?

DEA agents may work undercover to investigate gang activity. Other than working undercover, a DEA agent inspects and analyzes evidence that may help strengthen the government’s case against an alleged perpetrator.

Do DEA agents move a lot?

Once you’re in the door, there’s a 19-week training pipeline. Special Agents with the DEA should expect to move around quite a bit. As they write on their website, “Mobility is a condition of employment.”

Is DEA SRT full time?

Nearly all (93%) of the agents who serve on CBP’s SRT serve full-time.

How hard is it to join the DEA?

The work of a DEA agent is challenging and dangerous but also rewarding. Entrance requirements for acceptance into the DEA agent training program are numerous and rigorous. The application process encompasses several phases, is very competitive and can take up to 1 year to complete.

How hard is it to get hired by DEA?

Is DEA Academy hard?

Now some agencies (a minority) still prefer the stress model but it again varies. DEA is likely the most stressful 1811 academy and they keep up the boot camp atmosphere throughout their program.

Does DEA have a SWAT team?

Drug Enforcement Agency Special Response Team DEA SRTs are the agency’s special weapons and tactics (SWAT) teams. Their role includes performing high risk arrests and search warrants, vehicle interdictions, close protection for VIPs and specialist surveillance operations.

How many DEA agents are there?

With a budget exceeding $3 billion, DEA employs 10,169 people, including 4,924 Special Agents and 800 Intelligence Analysts.

Is it hard to join DEA?

What languages does the DEA need?

The DEA is always seeking candidates who speak Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Japanese, or Arabic. To appy for a position as a DEA agent you must first contact the nearlest field division recruitment office of the DEA.

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