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How much do dea contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for dea contractor in the United States is $73.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.61 and $76.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DEA contractor?

To thrive as a DEA Contractor, you typically need a background in law enforcement, criminal justice, or security, along with relevant experience and security clearance. Familiarity with investigative tools, surveillance systems, and evidence management databases is often required. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and integrity are critical soft skills for success in this role. These competencies ensure effective support of DEA operations, compliance with legal standards, and protection of sensitive information.

What is a DEA contractor?

A DEA contractor is an individual or company hired by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to provide specialized services or support. These roles can include administrative work, intelligence analysis, information technology, security, or investigative support. DEA contractors are not federal employees but work on a contractual basis to help the agency fulfill its mission of enforcing controlled substances laws and regulations. Contractors must pass background checks and often require security clearances, depending on the nature of the work.

What is the difference between Dea Contractor vs Dea Investigator?

AspectDea ContractorDea Investigator
CredentialsTypically requires DEA registration, background checks, and relevant certificationsRequires DEA registration, law enforcement experience, and investigative training
Work EnvironmentContract-based, often on-site at labs, clinics, or law enforcement agenciesField and office work, conducting investigations and surveillance
Employer & IndustryContracted by law enforcement or private agencies within the drug enforcement industryEmployed by DEA or other law enforcement agencies

Dea Contractors primarily perform specialized tasks under contract, often supporting investigations, while Dea Investigators are law enforcement officers actively conducting investigations. Both roles require DEA registration and relevant certifications, but their responsibilities and employment settings differ.

What are some common challenges faced by DEA contractors in their daily work, and how can they effectively address them?

DEA Contractors often encounter challenges such as adapting to rapidly changing priorities, maintaining compliance with strict federal regulations, and handling sensitive information with discretion. Working closely with DEA personnel, contractors must be flexible, detail-oriented, and adept at problem-solving in high-pressure environments. Building strong communication skills and staying up-to-date on regulatory requirements can help contractors address these challenges and succeed in their roles.
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Infographic showing various Dea Contractor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, and 36% Contract. Highlights an 73% In-person, and 27% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $153,285 per year, or $73.7 per hour.

Contracting Officer Representative

Drug Enforcement Administration

Fort Worth, TX โ€ข On-site, Remote

$97K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Summary
This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Aviation Division.
This position(s) primary purpose is to serve as the Senior Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) (FAC-COR III) focusing on high priority and/or high value contracts as assigned. The COR-III will also support Program CORs to administer a variety of contracts that support Aviation Division Programs.
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Duties
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As a Contracting Officer Representative, your typical work assignments may include:
  • Serves as principal COR for Aviation, assisting and advising embedded program CORs on issues related to contractor personnel and activities
  • Provides contract and procurement assistance to effectively acquire and oversee the performance deliveries of Aviation
    contracts, services, equipment and supplies supporting DEA operations to include technical contract administration
    performance monitoring, inspection, and improvements
  • Conducts regular spot checks of all Aviation contracts, including files and program COR effectiveness, and provide
    reports to Aviation Management and DEA Contracting Officer including any needed corrective actions
  • Represents DEA's interests and priorities when coordinating efforts among multiple federal agencies and organizations internal and external to DOJ/DEA
  • Develops and maintains effective contract administration processes, such as invoice review, quality assurance/surveillance, and project file maintenance.

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Conditions of employment
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
  • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.
  • Incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
  • Selectee may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period (OR 1-year OR 2-year trial period, as appropriate) during which we will
    evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest
  • Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  • All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
  • Employee required to be COR III certified at time of appointment. Must complete 40 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) during the common CLP period in order to maintain current certification.

Qualifications
For more information on eligibility requirements see: DEA Employment Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the required qualification requirements described below by the closing of this announcement. If you are qualifying based on education or if there are mandatory education requirements listed below, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcript with your application.
Basic Qualification Requirements:
Applicants applying for the GS-12 must meet one of the following requirements:
A. Have at least one full year of qualifying specialized experience that is at least equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-11 grade level. Specialized experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Qualifying experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Prepare progress reports, and update plans and schedules of multiple contractor projects; 2) Assist in the planning and preparation for meetings; 3) Maintain adequate electronic Contracting Officer Representative files 4) Prepare statements of satisfactory performance or deviations, shortages or deficiencies 5) Assist in the compilation and drafting of a wide range of program-related materials
Applicants applying for the GS-13 must meet one of the following requirements:
A. Have at least one full year of qualifying specialized experience that is at least equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-12 grade level. Specialized experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Qualifying experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Review and prepare progress reports, and update plans and schedules of multiple contractor projects; 2) Analyze program needs, define and document the program's contractual scope, schedule, site-specific considerations, work requirements, milestones, and activities developing the statement of work; 3) establish and maintain adequate electronic Contraction Officer Representative files 4) Identify and recommend solutions or corrective action to resolve any problems that interfere with contract progress and with the completion of the project 5) Submit, track, and monitor procurement actions involving contracts
Additional information on the position qualification requirements are located in the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Qualifications Standards Handbook.
Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.
Additional information
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. If eligible, applicants to this announcement may be referred to similar positions in any Division/Office listed in this announcement. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.
Recruitment and/or Relocation Incentives may be considered and approved under conditions specified provided the agency has determined that the position is likely to be difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive and funding for such an incentive is available.
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 1- year or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
  • your performance and conduct;
  • the needs and interests of the agency;
  • whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
  • whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period OR trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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