The best way to land a job as a detective is to work as a police officer or serve as a member of the armed forces for at least a few years. Although it is not always required, agencies often favor hiring detectives who have such experience. The Los Angeles Police Department requires al...
The hiring process to become an officer with the LAPD is an involved one. The first step in the process is to complete a Preliminary Background Application (“PBA”) and a Job Preview Questionnaire (“JPQ”). Filling out the PBA will give you some guidance as to whether you have a ...
Special agents enter the FBI as GS-10 employees, with a potential salary range from$46,229to$60,098, as of 2014. When they advance to the GS-13 grade level, the salary range is$72,391to$94,108. Special agents who are promoted to grades GS-14 and GS-15 are those selected for sup...
CIA agents work in internal investigations and in clandestine operations abroad. The CIA only takes the top applicants who pass its rigorous screening process, which can take several months to a year. Education To work as an agent with the CIA, applicants need a bachelor's degree from an accr...
How to Become an FBI Agent CIA agents work in internal investigations and in clandestine operations abroad. The CIA only takes the top applicants who pass its rigorous screening process, which can take several months to a year. Education