DEA Major Information Systems

TITLE: Agent Recruitment Tracking System

ACRONYM: ARTS

ORIGINATOR:

Department/Agency Name: U.S. Department of Justice/Drug Enforcement Administration
Major Organization Subdivision: Human Resources Division
Minor Organization Subdivision: Office of Personnel
Name of Unit: Special Agent Recruitment Unit
Street Address: 700 Army-Navy Drive
City: Arlington
State: Virginia
Zip Code: 22202
Country: United States
Hours of Service: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Telephone: 202-307-4103
FAX: 202-307-4173
E-Mail Address:

ABSTRACT: The Agent Recruitment Tracking System tracks perspective applicants throughout the selection process for law enforcement positions within the DEA. Also, this system tracks the following requirements for employment with DEA: Security, Drug Screening, Medical, Polygraph, Psychological and Physical fitness testing.

PURPOSE: It allows recruiters, physical fitness coordinators, and background investigative personnel in the field to access information to facilitate the hiring process.

ACCESS CONSTRAINTS: Records maintained in the database are protected from unauthorized access through appropriate administrative, physical, and technical safeguards. These safeguards include restricting access to those with a need-to-know to perform their official duties.

USE CONSTRAINTS: Use is restricted to those official personnel whose access is necessary to perform assigned tasks.

SOURCES OF DATA: Data contained in the system is the result of DEA investigations and information obtained during the application screening process. This information is derived from interviews, polygraphs, Physical Task Tests, medicals, and drug tests.

AGENCY PROGRAM: The DEA is the drug law enforcement arm of the U.S. Department of Justice and is tasked to enforce the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States. This system is one of the tools of DEA to ensure that the recruitment and hiring process is conducted in an efficient and effective manner. It should be considered as vital to accomplish the mission of the agency.

RESPONSIBLE OFFICE FOR DISTRIBUTING INFORMATION (if different from originator):

Department/Agency Name: U.S. Department of Justice/Drug Enforcement Administration
Major Organization Subdivision: Operational Support Division
Minor Organization Subdivision: Freedom of Information and Records Management Section
Name of Unit: Freedom of Information Operations Unit
Street Address: 700 Army-Navy Drive
City: Arlington
State: Virginia
Zip Code: 22202
Country: United States
Hours of Service: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Telephone: 202-307-7596
FAX: 202-307-8556
E-Mail Address:

ORDER PROCESS: A request for access to a records maintained by DEA will be make in writing. The request will include the requester's full name, complete address, date of birth, place of birth, notarized signature, and other identifying data the requester wishes to furnish to assist in making a proper search of DEA's records. The requester will also provide a return address for transmitting the information. Requests for access to information will be addressed to the Chief, Freedom of Information Unit, 700 Army-Navy Drive, Arlington, VA 22202.

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DATE OF LAST MODIFICATION: 12/98