ABC Special Agent in Training Job Description

Qualification Requirements and Training Procedures

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ABC special agents are sworn officers with full law enforcement authority. Agents receive training, life insurance, health insurance, sick leave, paid vacation, and earn retirement in Virginia Law Officers' Retirement System (VaLORS).

Job Description

Duties of the ABC special agent include but are not limited to:

conducting background investigations to determine the suitability of licensee applicants
inspecting ABC-licensed establishments throughout the year to ensure compliance; investigating businesses related to falsification of records, skimming, or money laundering
investigating, in conjunction with ABC matters, illicit drug use or distribution and gambling activities
conducting surveillance of licensed and unlicensed establishments to curb illegal activities including sales to underage or intoxicated persons
ensuring public safety and health
and ensuring the collection of tax dollars

Qualification Requirements

The minimum qualifications for ABC special agents are:

must be at least 21 years of age on date of hire
must be a high school graduate or have a GED (college and/or related experience preferred)
must be of good character and reputation as established by a background investigation to include but not limited to: polygraph examination, prior work experience, character and reputation, credit history and police record
must be able to successfully pass a medical examination including psychological evaluation
must be in possession of a valid driver's license and a good driving record
must be willing to work rotating shifts and weekends. Must also be willing to travel when necessary to assist with investigations, attend training, etc.
must establish residence within assigned geographic region

Training Procedures

Candidates hired as special agents must:

successfully complete a certified full-time police academy or possess the ability to complete a certified full-time police academy at the time of appointment
successfully complete a probationary period