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, including the Millennium Challenge Corporation, the Inter-American Foundation, the U.S. African Development Foundation, USAID, and the Department of State. Responsibilities may also include oversight coordination for foreign assistance programs with other interagency partners throughout the U.S. 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 subject to investigative oversight.
Oversee the gathering and development of technical/administrative evidence and utilize investigative techniques such as interviews, subpoenas, search warrants, electronic surveillance, financial analysis, document examination, and expert witnesses.
Lead teams or work directly with employees and other federal agencies' experts to complete investigations.
Prepare investigative reports and other documentation for action officials, Congress, prosecutorial bodies, and OIG management.
Brief and advise management, congressional staff, prosecutors, and law enforcement teams on investigative matters and 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).
Male applicants 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 continually qualify.
Must meet the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968; persons convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must agree to work an average of two additional hours per day for law enforcement availability pay (LEAP).
Qualifications Medical requirements: The duties require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking, standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Applicants must have sufficient manual dexterity, vision, hearing, and emotional stability to perform duties. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, and if lacking prior Series 1811 criminal investigator experience must meet age restrictions as described.
To qualify for the GS-13 grade level, applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade or equivalent, defined as:
Planning, organizing, and conducting highly complex criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations.
Reviewing and analyzing contracts and business records.
Applying appropriate legal/regulatory guidelines and standard investigative techniques and procedures.
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a federal GS position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade or equivalent.
Required Competencies
Case/Project Management
Investigative Practices and Techniques
Planning and Evaluating
Oral Communication and Written Communication
Problem Solving
Teamwork
Selective Placement Factors
Experience conducting investigations of Title 18, Claims Act, and contractual remedies.
Completion of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Criminal Investigator Training Program, or equivalent programs such as FBI Academy or DEA Academy, with proof of completion.
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 factor.
Benefits Federal employees may be eligible for a range of benefits, including health, retirement, and leave benefits. Eligibility depends on position type and hours. Contact the hiring agency for specific benefits offered.
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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 subject to investigative oversight.
Oversee the gathering and development of technical/administrative evidence and utilize investigative techniques such as interviews, subpoenas, search warrants, electronic surveillance, financial analysis, document examination, and expert witnesses.
Lead teams or work directly with employees and other federal agencies' experts to complete investigations.
Prepare investigative reports and other documentation for action officials, Congress, prosecutorial bodies, and OIG management.
Brief and advise management, congressional staff, prosecutors, and law enforcement teams on investigative matters and 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).
Male applicants 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 continually qualify.
Must meet the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968; persons convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must agree to work an average of two additional hours per day for law enforcement availability pay (LEAP).
Qualifications Medical requirements: The duties require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking, standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Applicants must have sufficient manual dexterity, vision, hearing, and emotional stability to perform duties. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, and if lacking prior Series 1811 criminal investigator experience must meet age restrictions as described.
To qualify for the GS-13 grade level, applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade or equivalent, defined as:
Planning, organizing, and conducting highly complex criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations.
Reviewing and analyzing contracts and business records.
Applying appropriate legal/regulatory guidelines and standard investigative techniques and procedures.
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a federal GS position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade or equivalent.
Required Competencies
Case/Project Management
Investigative Practices and Techniques
Planning and Evaluating
Oral Communication and Written Communication
Problem Solving
Teamwork
Selective Placement Factors
Experience conducting investigations of Title 18, Claims Act, and contractual remedies.
Completion of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Criminal Investigator Training Program, or equivalent programs such as FBI Academy or DEA Academy, with proof of completion.
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 factor.
Benefits Federal employees may be eligible for a range of benefits, including health, retirement, and leave benefits. Eligibility depends on position type and hours. Contact the hiring agency for specific benefits offered.
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