Criminal Investigations Special Agent (31D)

Criminal investigations special agents are primarily responsible for investigating any criminal allegations/offenses related to the Army. They handle felony-level crimes that involve Army property and Army personnel.

Job Duties

• Investigate criminal activities such as espionage, treason and terrorism
  
• Interview witnesses and question suspects
  
• Collect/analyze criminal intelligence and provide forensic laboratory support
  
• Maintain Army criminal records

Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training

Job training for a criminal investigations special agent requires completing 15 weeks of a resident course, which is designed to train criminal investigation duties in field units for the Army.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Civil and military laws
  
• Investigation procedures and techniques
  
• Crime scene processing
  
• Testimonial evidence

Helpful Skills

• Interest in law enforcement
  
• Willingness to perform potentially dangerous work
  
• Ability to make quick decisions
  
• Remain calm under heavy duress

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