TBI SP AGENT-CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR 1** - 05202026-77819

TBI SP AGENT-CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR 1

• 05202026-77819 State of Tennessee $5,508.00
• $8,783.00 / month United States, Tennessee, Maynardville 1403 Main Street (Show on map) May 20, 2026 Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time 05/20/2026 12:00AM Central Time Closing Date/Time 05/26/2026 11:59PM Central Time Salary (Monthly) $5,647.00
• $9,005.00 Salary (Annually) $67,764.00
• $108,060.

00 Job Type Full-Time City, State Location port, TN Sevierville, TN LaFollette, TN Maynardville, TN Department Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (T.B.I)

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POSITION

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TENNESSEE

BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

(T.B.I), SEVIER

COUNTY, CAMPBELL COUNTY

Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Criminal Investigation Division

• The positions are located in the Upper East Region of Tennessee.

One position serves Cocke and Sevier Counties. One position serves Campbell and Union Counties. For more information, visit the link below: www.tbijobs.com

Qualifications Education and Experience:

A Bachelor's degree.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

Applicants for this class must: Be willing to and able to qualify with, carry, and use assigned weapons; nor shall applicant be prohibited from purchasing or possessing a firearm per 18 U.S.C.

• 922(g) or any other state or federal law; Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application; Must be a citizen of the United States, or a permanent legal resident of the United States provided, that the applicant applies for or obtains United States citizenship within six (6) years of the employment start date with TBI.

Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license; Upon appointment, be willing to and able to obtain a Security Clearance. Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check; Complete a criminal history and background disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority and agree to release all records involving any criminal history or necessary records to the appointing authority; Be subject to an intense background investigation in a manner prescribed by the appointing authority, which includes but not limited to a check of State and Federal criminal records, driving history, social media accounts, credit check, education, military, previous employment, drug use, and reference verification as well as a polygraph examination to this effect, which will require some travel to the appointment; A candidate must not have been convicted of, pleaded guilty to, or entered a plea of nolo contendre to any violation of any federal or state law or city ordinance considered a felony or a misdemeanor based on integrity (to include, but not limited to: force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, DUI, or controlled substances). This includes a sufficient number of misdemeanors, of any nature, to establish a pattern of disregard for the law. Violations considered "youthful indiscretions" or experimentation (domestic related offenses excluded) may be considered on a case by case basis by the appointing authority; Have no conviction for a felony or have been discharged under any other than honorable conditions from any branch of the United States armed forces; Must participate in pre-employment, random and for cause drug and substance abuse testing as required by departmental policies and procedures; Pass a physical examination administered by a licensed physician that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position; Pass a psychological evaluation administered by a licensed mental health professional that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position. Overview This classification performs criminal investigations, criminal identification, case preparation, and court testimony duties at the entry/training level under the direct guidance of a supervisor. As investigative knowledge and proficiency increases, an employee in this class is allowed to perform relatively independently in assigned investigations. This series has second, third, and fourth levels that function at a more complex capacity.

• An applicant appointed to this Career Path series will be reclassified to the next higher class in the series after successful completion of a mandatory probation period and all required qualifications of the TBI Special Agent Criminal Investigator 2; `unacceptable or `needs improvement performance during the probation period will result in automatic demotion or termination.

Responsibilities 1. Performs law enforcement duties to protect themselves and others (Including, but not limited to, using force, up to and including deadly force; pursuing, subduing, and/or apprehending suspects; participating in physical training activities such as Close Quarters Conflict Control (CQC), firearms qualification and weapons handling; and operating vehicles in emergency and non-emergency situations). 2. Performs strenuous physical activity to support criminal investigations. (Including but not limited to moving heavy, bulky, or large equipment, supplies and evidence; physical searches of suspects and informants; and placing surveillance equipment on individuals or within objects.) 3. Maintains confidentiality and discretion to preserve the integrity of criminal investigations and work-related activities. 4. Exhibits good judgment in decision making in a high pressure or high-risk environment to determine a proper course of action. 5. Gathers information and evidence to support criminal investigations (Including, but not limited to, conducting interviews; observing and analyzing crime scenes; conducting physical and/or electronicsurveillance of criminal activity; gathering and/or analyzing digital evidence; and identifying training gaps, etc.). 6. Completes reports to document investigative and support activities. 7. Obtains and executes types of legal process, such as search warrants, subpoenas, and arrest warrants, and testifies in court to offer evidence in support of criminal prosecutions. 8. Collaborates with supervisors, peers, and other law enforcement agencies to provide leadership and/or assist in criminal investigations and investigative support activities. Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

1. Instills Trust 2. Communicates Effectively 3. Decision Quality 4. Builds Networks 5.

Resourcefulness Knowledges:

1. Public Safety and Security 2.

Law and Government Skills:

1. Reading Comprehension 2. Writing 3. Judgment and Decision Making 4.

Critical Thinking Abilities:

1. Written Comprehension 2. Deductive Reasoning 3. Limb and/or Full Body Coordination 4. Ability to utilize finger dexterity and hand strength to operate the slide of a standard issued firearm 5. Ability to alternate from standing to prone to standing position utilizing stamina, strength, and coordination to perform the physical duties of a Special Agent Tools & Equipment 1. Firearms and other weapons 2. Computer 3. Vehicles 4. Evidence collecting equipment 5. Communication devices TN Driver Standards State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: A valid driver's license For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations. Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

• Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.