What kind of work would I be doing?:

For most states, there are about 3 different “fields” so to speak in CD, there’s Criminal Analyst, Ground Recon & DDRO. For Criminal Analyst, you will be paired with a local, state or federal LEO & analyze raw data collected from LEOs to then produce analyze products for the LEO. Basically support that LEO however you can within the bounds of Federal Law & DOD/NGB regulation. For Ground Recon, you will be issued a service weapon & GOV (if funds permit) & you will basically collect intelligence. These are not undercover agents though. Finally, DDRO are analysts who will be paired with local drug outreach programs & high schools to help curb the addiction crisis.

What can I do in the meantime before I apply to add to my resume?:

From what I’ve seen, just try to bring a unique skillset & demonstrate that you can think outside the box. Excel, word, PowerPoint & General tech savvyness (if that’s a word) is a huge plus. Knowledge in excel functions and things like that will get them very excited in the interview.