Salary: See Position Description
Location : Norristown/Allentown, PA
Job Type: Full-time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 50581286
Division: Criminal Law Division
Section: Public Corruption Section
Opening Date: 05/19/2026
Closing Date: 6/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Necessary Special Requirements: • Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application• The ability to operate a motor vehicle and the possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license• Must be determined to be physically capable of performing the duties inherent to the position, including, but not limited to:o Walking up and down flights of stairso Standing in extreme weather conditions for long periodso Working in extreme weather conditions for long periods• Sitting for long periods• Participate in and successfully complete all required initial and update training including, but not limited to, Class A certification, firearms, defensive tactics, entry training, driver training, mandatory in-service training, and any specialized training required by the sections/units/groups/programs
Position InformationSection: Public Corruption Section/Criminal Law Division
Class: Special Agent II
Location: Allentown or Norristown
Telework: This position will report to the headquartered location a minimum of 3 days per week. You may have the opportunity to telework the remainder of the week, if desired and based on business need.
Position Type: Full-time, Non-civil service, Union
Work Hours: 8:30 - 5:00
Salary Range: Starting salary of $75,924
Basic FunctionThe Special Agent classification involves criminal investigative work of a highly confidential nature performed by agents of the Office of Attorney General involving the detection and investigation of violations of the laws and statutes of the Commonwealth as specified in The Commonwealth Attorneys Act, the Public Welfare Code, and other applicable Commonwealth laws, statutes, and regulations. The position is located in a section that investigates, assesses, charges, and prosecutes all manner of public corruption throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Special Agents utilize the entire spectrum of investigative processes and procedures in the conduct of or in providing assistance with the conduct of criminal investigations ranging from routine to the most sensitive, complex, and difficult cases. A Special Agent II may conduct an investigation independently or as a case agent coordinating the efforts of a team or as a team member and may provide direction and guidance to a less experienced agent. Work is received from a supervisor who reviews the work product of the employee through written reports and conferences to ensure accuracy, thoroughness, and compliance to established policies and procedures and to evaluate the application and effectiveness of sound judgment.
Assignments may require that the employee work irregular hours and/or an irregular work week. Travel throughout the state of Pennsylvania will be required dependent upon assignment of cases.
Examples Of Duties- Examines or assists in the examination of financial records, accounting ledgers, and legal documents to detect and/or confirm illegal activity
- Collects, evaluates, develops, and prepares evidence for presentation for prosecution or provides assistance with these tasks
- Conducts or assists with the conduct of surveillance of individuals or locations
- Interviews or assists in the interviewing of witnesses and interrogation of subjects to ascertain information, evidence, and confessions
- Makes or assists in making arrests and executing searches pursuant to court-ordered warrants
- Participates in raids and undercover assignments
- Prepares or assists with the preparation of criminal complaints and search warrants
- Prepares or assists with the preparation of written summary reports of investigative activities and detailed reports of investigations setting forth allegations and evidence
- Collects, prepares, and submits evidence for laboratory analysis or provides assistance with this task
- Appears in court before a district justice or a statewide investigating grand jury to present testimony and evidence as a prosecution witness and may serve as the prosecution officer at the district justice level
- Conducts or assists in conducting either court approved electronic interceptions or consensual electronic surveillance
- Seeks out, contacts, and develops informants to procure information relating to violations of Commonwealth laws and statutes
- Is required to qualify with an approved firearm at predetermined intervals
- Assists with and/or provides information for the preparation of press releases
- May be required to use a firearm in self-defense, the defense of fellow agents, the public, or to prevent the commission of felonious crimes
- Other duties as required
Minimum Experience and TrainingIn addition to the below qualifications, applicants must have Act 120 certification, certification from an Act 120 equivalent training program as determined by the Office of Attorney General, or have successfully completed the Commonwealth Investigators Training Program.
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field, or a technical or specialized major related to a specific position, and four years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position OR
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field, or a technical or specialized major related to a specific position, and two years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position OR
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field, or a technical or specialized major related to a specific position, and one year of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position OR
- Six years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position OR
- Four years of active duty military experience with honorable discharge, and two years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position OR
- Six years of active duty military experience with honorable discharge including two years as a Military Police Officer with the Criminal Investigations Division or a relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) OR
- Any equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Experience managing complex investigations, including evidence collection, chain of custody, and knowledge of digital evidence
- Specialized training and certifications; interview and interrogation; advanced investigations - corrupt organizations, election code and financial crimes
- Experience investigating white collar offenses, financial crimes, analysis of copious/sensitive documents and Grand Jury investigations
Health BenefitsThis position qualifies you for the Commonwealth's benefits package which includes medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage. Medical coverage is available on your first day of employment! Prescription is also available on your first day, for an additional cost for the first 90 days of employment. Dental and vision are available after 90 days of employment as well.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are available to all employees, regardless of enrollment in our benefits.
Paid Time OffOAG employees receive 12 paid holidays each calendar year, along with earning paid vacation time and sick leave each pay period.
RetirementFor new employees, the State Employees' Retirement System offers various options for enrollment into our retirement plans. You will receive specific information on these options shortly after you begin employment.
To learn more about the benefits available to OAG employees, please review the 01
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Do you have a degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field?
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How many years of criminal investigative experience do you possess?
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Do you have experience investigating white collar offenses, financial crimes, analysis of copious/sensitive documents and Grand Jury investigations?
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