Supervisory Operations Support Specialist
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Posted: April 10, 2026 (0 days ago)
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Drug Enforcement Administration
Department of Justice
Location
Salary
$129,311 - $168,110
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Base salary range: $104,604 - $135,987
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-13. Senior expert or supervisor.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves leading a team of investigators at the Drug Enforcement Administration to probe and stop the illegal diversion of prescription drugs and chemicals into criminal networks, ensuring compliance with federal laws.
It requires overseeing complex investigations that may span multiple regions or countries, managing team assignments, and collaborating with other agencies.
Ideal candidates are experienced leaders with a strong background in investigations who thrive in high-stakes, mission-driven environments focused on public safety.
TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself! You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of DEA! It's tough work, but a vital mission.
Whatever your background or expertise, your work at DEA will be tremendously rewarding because it will have a daily impact on national security and the quality of life of all Americans.
GS-14: Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level or pay band in the Federal service that includes performing the following duties: 1) Planning, conducting, and overseeing investigations involving a vast range of subjects that encompass large, complex, and multi-mission organizations and can lead to cases of multi-jurisdictional, national, or international significance; 2) Overseeing development of investigations, statistical data, and reports to evaluate and determine goals and objectives; 3) Planning subordinate work assignments, and setting priorities and deadlines; and 4) Using breadth of technical and investigative knowledge, skills, and tools to discern and resolve conflicting facts or evidence.
Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas: Compliance Inspection Leadership Oral Communication Planning and Evaluating Writing Major Duties:
The Supervisory Diversion Investigator (Group Supervisor) position is open in the following locations: Austin, Texas- Houston Division The incumbent will perform such duties as: Supervising an investigative or administrative program or a major segment of such program; plan, coordinate, and oversee investigations; and assign investigations selectively based on their complexity, scope, and the investigator's experience.
Supervising three or more investigators engaged in conducting investigations of the manufacture, importation, trafficking, and diversion of legitimate pharmaceutical drugs and listed chemicals to illegal channels.
Manage overall aspects of the investigation and monitor investigator's progress and activities, including the development and preparation of witnesses for legal proceedings and testifying in legal proceedings, as required.
Performing investigative duties of exceptional difficulty or of the highest sensitivity and importance ensuring all investigations are conducted within the scope of Federal drug laws and are in accordance with the agency's rules, policies, and regulations.
Developing and maintaining productive working relationships with Federal, State, and local agencies, the registrant community, and other contacts, and lecture at training seminars for Federal, State, and local officials and DEA registrant community representatives.
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