About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, State government — Law Enforcement.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

This role is for an SBI Agent supporting a confidential client in statewide law enforcement investigations across North Carolina. The position is full-time and requires attendance at the agency training academy, a 24‑month probationary period, and readiness to respond 24/7 as operational needs require. Multiple statewide vacancies are anticipated.

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What You’ll Do

• Investigate criminal activity and conduct crime scene searches.
• Conduct interviews and interrogations; gather statements and evidence.
• Prepare detailed investigative reports with professional grammar and terminology.
• Assist local, state, and federal partners in the investigation and prosecution of cases.
• Testify in court in a clear, professional, and organized manner.
• Gather criminal intelligence and identify persons of interest.
• Apprehend wanted persons and conduct background investigations.
• Interact effectively with diverse individuals across communities and criminal justice agencies.
• Serve in assignment areas that may include computer crimes, financial crimes, crime scene, arson, human trafficking, behavioral threat assessment (BeTA), and district field operations.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution AND one year of law enforcement experience that included arrest powers; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must hold current North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Certification (or meet statutory NC standards).
• Ability to meet and sustain physical fitness standards required by NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.
• Maintain professional grooming and conduct consistent with law enforcement expectations.
• Availability to work a minimum 160-hour work period per month and to respond 24/7 when needed.
• Must graduate from the next available Special Agent Academy upon hire (13-week academy).

Management prefers candidates with:

• Basic knowledge of investigative methods, evidence collection, and NC criminal statutes.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and present effective court testimony.
• Bilingual skills (ability to read, speak, and write another language proficiently) — proficiency testing may be required.
• Knowledge of firearms and evidence collection tools and equipment.

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Additional Hiring Requirements & Process

• Comprehensive background investigation (includes pre-employment polygraph, credit and arrest checks, interviews of references, verification of education and employment, medical exam, urinalysis, and psychological assessment).
• Applicants complete three assessments before background investigation consideration:
  • Phase 1 — Polygraph examination at a district office.
  • Phase 2 — Review Board (panel) assessment at the training facility.
  • Phase 3 — Modified Police Officer Physical Abilities Test (POPAT) at the training facility.
• Completion of all assessments does not guarantee advancement to background investigation or an offer.
• Selected applicants may be assigned anywhere in the state based on operational needs.

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Salary & Benefits

• Salary range: $61,275 - $104,168 per year.
• Starting salary schedule (examples based on qualifying experience above minimum):
  • Entry Level (meets minimum): $62,150
  • 1 additional year: $66,190
  • 2 additional years: $70,492
  • 3 additional years: $75,074
  • 4 additional years: $79,953
  • 5 additional years: $85,150
  • 6+ additional years: $90,685
• This is a full-time position (40 hours/week) with benefits and eligibility for state employee programs (e.g., Public Service Loan Forgiveness where applicable).

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Important Notes

• This posting may represent multiple anticipated statewide vacancies; assignments and duty station locations will be determined by operational needs.
• Degree/college credit verification may be required; foreign degree evaluations must include U.S. equivalency documentation.
• Veterans’, National Guard, and other hiring preferences are handled per applicable state rules and require documentation.
• Reasonable accommodations are available in accordance with ADA and PWFA — contact the hiring team if you need accommodations for the application or interview process.

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Contact & Next Steps

Careertakes is supporting this hiring process on behalf of our client. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and pass initial assessments may be invited to proceed to the background investigation phase. Complete application details, required documents, and guidance will be provided on the client’s application portal.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.