Criminal Investigator
USAID, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Summary
By law, this Office of Inspector General has continued oversight responsibility for United States funded foreign assistance activities across multiple agencies, to include the Millennium Challenge Corporation, the Inter-American Foundation, the US African Development Foundation, USAID and the Department of State. Responsibilities may additionally include oversight of and/or oversight coordination for foreign assistance programs with other interagency partners throughout the US Government.
Responsibilities
Conduct complex and large-scale criminal, civil, and administrative investigations.
Plan, conduct and coordinate sensitive and significant domestic and overseas criminal investigations affecting the integrity and efficiency of USAID, ADF, IAF and MCC activities and personnel in an assigned geographic region.
Plan, organize or direct investigations, determine scope and possible ramifications, develop methods, procedures and techniques to be followed. Conduct research, data collection and analysis of information related to programs and projects that are subject to investigative oversight.
Oversee the gathering and development of technical/administrative evidence relating to phases of investigations, and utilize a broad range of investigative techniques such as interviews, subpoenas, search warrants, electronic surveillance, financial analysis, document examination and the use of expert witnesses.
Lead teams or work directly with employees and other federal agencies' experts to complete investigations.
Prepare investigative reports and other written documentation for action officials, Congress, prosecutorial bodies and OIG management.
Brief and advise management/leadership, congressional staffers, prosecutors and law enforcement teams on various investigative matters/results.
Conditions of Employment
United States Citizenship is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI).
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
Designated and/or random drug testing is required.
Regular domestic and overseas travel is required.
Medical and Physical Examinations are required in accordance with OIG policy.
Must be proficient in the use of assigned firearms/weapons, pass an initial qualification, and must continually qualify in the use of firearms/weapons.
Must meet the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible for this position.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must agree to work an annual average of two hours extra per day to meet the requirements of law enforcement availability pay (LEAP) as described in Title 5 U.S.C 5545A (d) (1).
Medical Requirements The duties of this position require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free range of motion of fingers, wrists, elbows, shoulders, hips, and knee joints are required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of this position are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Applicants that have no prior series 1811 criminal investigator experience must meet the maximum age for entry into a covered position which is the date immediately preceding the applicant's 37th birthday and must be able to retire at the mandatory age of 57 years with 20 years of service as an 1811 criminal investigator. Hiring exceptions may be made for certain eligible veterans.
Specialized Experience To qualify for the GS-13 grade level , you must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade in the Federal service or equivalent. Specialized experience is defined as: (1) Planning, organizing, and conducting highly complex criminal, civil and/or administrative investigations, (2) Reviewing and analyzing contracts and business records, and (3) Applying appropriate legal/ regulatory guidelines and standard investigative techniques/procedures.
Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Your resume must include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year).
Time-in-Grade Requirement Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date. This means that you must have served at least 52 weeks at the next grade level (or equivalent) below the grade advertised on this vacancy announcement.
Required Competencies
Investigative Practices and Techniques
Case/Project Management
Planning and Evaluating
Oral Communication and Written Communication
Problem Solving
Teamwork
Selective Placement Factor
Applicants must have experience conducting investigations of Title 18, False Claims Act and investigations involving contractual remedies.
Applicant must have satisfactorily completed the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, or any one of the following equivalent programs: Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Academy; Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) (proof of completion must be provided at time of application).
Environmental and Legal Policies EEO Policy Statement: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/EEO_Policy_Statement
Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Reasonable_Accommodation_Policy_Statement
Veterans Information: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/
Telework: www.telework.gov
Disability: www.opm.gov/disability/mngr_3-13.asp
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: http://www.opm.gov/hr_practitioners/lawsregulations/appointingauthorities/
Selections are made on the basis of merit without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other non-merit-based factor.
Candidate Profile Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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Responsibilities
Conduct complex and large-scale criminal, civil, and administrative investigations.
Plan, conduct and coordinate sensitive and significant domestic and overseas criminal investigations affecting the integrity and efficiency of USAID, ADF, IAF and MCC activities and personnel in an assigned geographic region.
Plan, organize or direct investigations, determine scope and possible ramifications, develop methods, procedures and techniques to be followed. Conduct research, data collection and analysis of information related to programs and projects that are subject to investigative oversight.
Oversee the gathering and development of technical/administrative evidence relating to phases of investigations, and utilize a broad range of investigative techniques such as interviews, subpoenas, search warrants, electronic surveillance, financial analysis, document examination and the use of expert witnesses.
Lead teams or work directly with employees and other federal agencies' experts to complete investigations.
Prepare investigative reports and other written documentation for action officials, Congress, prosecutorial bodies and OIG management.
Brief and advise management/leadership, congressional staffers, prosecutors and law enforcement teams on various investigative matters/results.
Conditions of Employment
United States Citizenship is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI).
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
Designated and/or random drug testing is required.
Regular domestic and overseas travel is required.
Medical and Physical Examinations are required in accordance with OIG policy.
Must be proficient in the use of assigned firearms/weapons, pass an initial qualification, and must continually qualify in the use of firearms/weapons.
Must meet the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible for this position.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must agree to work an annual average of two hours extra per day to meet the requirements of law enforcement availability pay (LEAP) as described in Title 5 U.S.C 5545A (d) (1).
Medical Requirements The duties of this position require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free range of motion of fingers, wrists, elbows, shoulders, hips, and knee joints are required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of this position are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Applicants that have no prior series 1811 criminal investigator experience must meet the maximum age for entry into a covered position which is the date immediately preceding the applicant's 37th birthday and must be able to retire at the mandatory age of 57 years with 20 years of service as an 1811 criminal investigator. Hiring exceptions may be made for certain eligible veterans.
Specialized Experience To qualify for the GS-13 grade level , you must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade in the Federal service or equivalent. Specialized experience is defined as: (1) Planning, organizing, and conducting highly complex criminal, civil and/or administrative investigations, (2) Reviewing and analyzing contracts and business records, and (3) Applying appropriate legal/ regulatory guidelines and standard investigative techniques/procedures.
Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Your resume must include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year).
Time-in-Grade Requirement Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date. This means that you must have served at least 52 weeks at the next grade level (or equivalent) below the grade advertised on this vacancy announcement.
Required Competencies
Investigative Practices and Techniques
Case/Project Management
Planning and Evaluating
Oral Communication and Written Communication
Problem Solving
Teamwork
Selective Placement Factor
Applicants must have experience conducting investigations of Title 18, False Claims Act and investigations involving contractual remedies.
Applicant must have satisfactorily completed the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, or any one of the following equivalent programs: Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Academy; Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) (proof of completion must be provided at time of application).
Environmental and Legal Policies EEO Policy Statement: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/EEO_Policy_Statement
Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Reasonable_Accommodation_Policy_Statement
Veterans Information: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/
Telework: www.telework.gov
Disability: www.opm.gov/disability/mngr_3-13.asp
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: http://www.opm.gov/hr_practitioners/lawsregulations/appointingauthorities/
Selections are made on the basis of merit without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other non-merit-based factor.
Candidate Profile Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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