Criminal Investigators & Special Agents
Also called: Special Agent, Detective, Investigator, Criminal Investigator
In the Army: CID Special Agent; Counter Intelligence Agent; Special Forces Assistant Operations and Intelligence Sergeant; Special Forces Weapons Sergeant
What they do:
Investigate alleged or suspected criminal violations of Federal, state, or local laws to determine if evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution.
On the job, you would:
- Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.
- Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.
- Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.
Safety and Government
Business
Arts and Humanities
Education and Training
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
Social
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Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Attention
Hearing and Speech
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People interested in this work like activities that include
leading, making decisions, and business. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Data base user interface and query software
Electronic mail software
Graphics or photo imaging software
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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