The Las Vegas Applicant Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, testing, and processing applicants interested in employment with the FBI who are residing in Las Vegas and elsewhere in Nevada.

At the present time, applications are being taken for the following positions:

Special Agent

Special Agents must have a minimum of a four-year college degree and work experience or educational background in a particular area. The types of areas that qualify for employment can be found at the FBI's website, www.fbijobs.gov. Currently applicants who do not possess one of these "critical skills" will not be considered for employment.  Those applying for this position must be willing to relocate from the Las Vegas area, be between the ages of 23 and 36, and be in good physical condition. Candidates must be able to pass a written test, oral interview, polygraph examination, drug test, one-and-a-half mile run, medical examination, and background investigation. More information on qualifications and the application process can be found at www.fbijobs.gov. Interested applicants should complete the on-line application found at www.fbijobs.gov.

Contract Linguist

Contract linguists must meet the same qualifications as language specialists.  These individuals, however, will be self-employed linguists contracting with the FBI, and therefore, can reside in Las Vegas.  They may be asked to travel to other locations on a temporary basis to assist the FBI in other locations.  Individuals with skills in the following languages are needed for these positions:

Applicants interested in the above positions should file an application at www.fbijobs.gov.

PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT

Applicants who are interested in working for the FBI in any other non-agent positions, should determine the availability of such positions and submit an application at www.fbijobs.gov.

HONORS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Each summer the Honors Internship Program (HIP) at FBI Headquarters selects a limited number of outstanding undergraduates and graduate students for an insider's view of FBI operations and an opportunity to explore career opportunities with the Bureau. More information on the HIP and other internship opportunities can be found at www.fbijobs.gov/231.asp.

For detailed information concerning these positions, and other employment with the FBI, please go to www.fbi.gov or www.fbijobs.gov .

For specific recruitment questions, you may contact the Applicant Unit at 702-385-1281.