Selection and Training
To be considered for a DCIS special agent position, an individual must:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Be between 21 and 37 years of age
- Pass the complete applicant screening process, which includes an interview battery, drug screening, medical exam, and a physical fitness test
- Pass an extensive background investigation
- Possess exceptional communication skills
DCIS special agent candidates initially receive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center located in Glynco, Georgia. They attend FLETC's basic training course for special agents, the Criminal Investigator Training Program, which lasts about 13 weeks and represents the beginning or basic training received by DCIS special agents. Later, agents may return to FLETC to attend specialized training in contractor fraud, money laundering, computer crimes, advanced interview techniques, etc.
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