Key Takeaways Understand that 1811 positions exist in over 70 different federal agencies, including many Offices of Inspector General (OIG) that focus specifically on investigating fraud, waste, and abuse. Dispel the “TV myth” of constant fieldwork; a...
Key Takeaways Understand that “1811” is the federal job series code for Criminal Investigators who have statutory authority to carry firearms, make arrests, and execute search warrants. Learn about “Law Enforcement Availability Pay” (LEAP),...
Criminal Investigator Career: Key Takeaways The Patrol-to-Detective Pipeline: In most local and state agencies, you cannot be hired directly as an investigator. You must first serve as a patrol officer for 2 to 5 years. This “street time” is critical for...
