Job description
Job Posting Title
LE Narcotics Agent II
Agency
477 OKLA. BUREAU OF NARCOTICS AND DANGEROUS
Supervisory Organization
OK Bureau of Narcotics ENF/ENF
Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)
April 18, 2023
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
Compensation
$5,676.88 - $6,673.33* monthly
LE Narcotics Agent I – II / G24A – G24B*
- Level and Salary will be determined by Director in accordance with Narcotic Experience
Job Description
Basic Purpose
Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving criminal and administrative investigations related to the enforcement of the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substance Act.
Typical Functions
- Investigates violations of state laws concerning narcotics, dangerous drugs, or other controlled substances; makes arrests, participates in undercover operations, 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; 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.
Level Descriptor
G24A: 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 they 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.
G24B: This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned responsibilities at the full performance level for performing a full range of basic criminal investigative duties pertaining to the enforcement of the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substance Act. This involves completing all required activities to investigate violations of applicable laws, participate in undercover operations, raids and surveillance operations, gather and analyze evidence, interview witnesses, interrogate suspects, and other related duties.
Education and Experience
- Not required but preferred: Fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, Fujianese, Vietnamese or Hmong Languages
- Agent II required to be CLEET certified
- Education and Experience requirements at this level are statutory (Title 63 O.S., Section 2-103B) ”...agents shall be at least twenty-one years of age and shall have a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university” and one year of drug enforcement experience. ## Note: Drug enforcement experience must have been full-time paid employment where the individual's primary responsibility was actively conducting investigations related to the enforcement of the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substance Act. Incidental patrol and general detective assignments of drug investigations shall not be accepted as qualifying drug enforcement experience.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies
G24A: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the principles and techniques of investigation; of Narc Assault techniques; of state and federal laws pertaining to controlled dangerous substances; of laws, court decisions, and rules pertaining to search and seizure, invasion of privacy, arrest, and rules of evidence; of the scope, applications, and interpretation of laws and regulations relating to investigating records, reports, and other documents; of laws and regulations relating to investigating, interviewing, and interrogating witnesses, suspects, and informants; and of firearm safety practices. Ability is required to analyze, interpret and evaluate information obtained; to recognize, collect and preserve physical evidence and controlled dangerous substances; to subdue persons; to protect oneself, associates and others; to organize and present facts and opinions clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to use a firearm; to cope with stressful and potentially dangerous situations; to handle confidential work with tact and discretion; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies.
G24B: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the principles and techniques of investigation; of Narc Assault techniques; of state and federal laws pertaining to controlled dangerous substances; of laws, court decisions, and rules pertaining to search and seizure, invasion of privacy, arrest, and rules of evidence; of the scope, applications, and interpretation of laws and regulations relating to investigating records, reports, and other documents; of laws and regulations relating to investigating, interviewing, and interrogating witnesses, suspects, and informants; and of firearm safety practices. Ability is required to analyze, interpret and evaluate information obtained; to recognize, collect and preserve physical evidence and controlled dangerous substances; to subdue persons; to protect oneself, associates and others; to organize and present facts and opinions clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to use a firearm; to cope with stressful and potentially dangerous situations; to handle confidential work with tact and discretion; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies; to carry out undercover work assignments; to evaluate the reliability and credibility of statements and witnesses; to write reports where facts are presented clearly and concisely; and to complete any necessary training required by the agency.
Special Requirements
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 willing to relocate to the place of assignment anywhere in the state; be willing to be on call twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven days a week; be willing to travel frequently and be away from home for extended periods of time; must pass a rigid character and background investigation, a physical fitness test, and polygraph examination.
The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics & Dangerous Drug Control has determined that some positions in this job family are safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. § 427.8.
Additional Job Description
- Level and Salary will be determined by Director in accordance with Narcotic Experience
- CLEET certified or ability to complete within 1 yr.
- Applicants must possess a valid 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;
- Must live within 37 miles of assigned duty station once hired;
- 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 and background investigation, a physical fitness test, a drug screen and polygraph examination.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'.
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