Job Title:Criminal Investigator
Department:Department Of Homeland Security
Agency:Office of the Inspector General
Job Announcement Number:OG-2012-743702
SALARY RANGE:
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OPEN PERIOD:
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Wednesday, September 12, 2012 to Monday, September 17, 2012 |
SERIES & GRADE:
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GS-1811-14 |
POSITION INFORMATION:
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Full Time -
Permanent |
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:14 |
DUTY LOCATIONS:
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1 vacancy in the following location: Washington DC, DC United StatesView Map
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WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
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Department of Homeland Security Employees in the local commuting area only. |
JOB SUMMARY:
Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and regarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigrations laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters.The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; and join DHS.
Become a part of one of the most challenging and important missions in the country today. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) ensures that all of DHS programs and operations are effective and efficient by conducting audits, and carrying out criminal investigations. In our dynamic work environment you will work side by side with special agents, attorneys, auditors, program analysts and IT experts to prevent and detect fraud, waste and abuse in DHS programs and operations.
The OIG, Office of Investigations (INV) protects the integrity of DHS personnel, programs and operations by conducting investigations of alleged criminal, civil and administrative violations of federal laws and regulations. In our dynamic work environment you will work side by side with special agents, attorneys, auditors, program analysts and IT experts to prevent and detect fraud, waste and abuse in DHS programs and operations.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
- A pre-employment drug test is required for this position.
- You are required to pass a background investigation.
- You must be able to obtain Top Secret security clearance.
- This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
- Moving Expenses will not be paid.
DUTIES:
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You will serves as a Senior Special Agent in the Office of Investigations, in the diviision of Special Investigations. Typical work assignements are:
· Directing and coordinating in-depth reviews and evaluations of criminal investigations programs operations.
· Identifies areas requiring additional or decreased investigative and/or oversight attention.
· Conducts and monitors interviews with suspects, witnesses and informants in developing cases serving warrants and subpoenas, and jointly works with other law enforcement agencies.
· Prepares, reviews and revises new policies, programs, standards and techniques.
· Provides guidance and advice to senior management concerning criminal investigations programs operations.
BENEFITS:
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DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision. Life and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to www.dhs.gov/careers and select benefits.
OTHER INFORMATION:
Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. To receive selection priority, surplus and displaced employees must apply and be found well-qualified for the position. A well qualified CTAP or ICTAP employee is who satisfies all medical, physical, education, experience and selective factors (if any) for the vacant position; is rated to 85 or more against the Rating Schedule as described in the Qualifications and Evaluations section of this announcement; and upon entry satisfactorily perform all of the duties of the position. CTAP and ICTAP candidates must submit the following documents which show their eligibility for selection priority: 1.) a copy of a RIF separation notice, Certificate of Expected Separation, or some other proof of eligibility for priority selection: 2.) a copy of an SF-50 showing their current position, grade level, promotion potential, and duty location; 3.) a copy of their most recent performance appraisal.
Special Hiring Authorizes: If you are eligible and would like to be considered under a special hiring authority such as Schedule A of the excepted service for persons with disabilities; a veteran who is eligible for appointment under the Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) authority or the direct-hire authority to appoint veterans with service-connected disabilities of 30 percent or more; Peace Corps or VISTA service; or another excepted service/special hire authority, appropriate documentation to support your claim for eligibility must be submitted with your application package.
Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA): The Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) allows eligible veterans to apply and compete for positions announced under merit promotion procedures when the hiring agency is recruiting form outside its own workforce. To be eligible for a Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veterans must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If you are applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, in addition to other required application materials, you must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 with your application documents.
Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA) is a special authority by which agencies may, if they wish, appoint an eligible veteran without competition. VRA appointees are in the excepted service and are initially hired for a 2-year period after which, provided performance has been satisfactory, the appointment may be converted to the competitive service, i.e., a permanent appointment. Conversion to a permanent appointment is not guaranteed. Veterans selected for VRA who have less than 15 years of education must agree to participate in a training or educational program. In order to be eligible for a VRA appointment, the individual must submit Member Copy 4 of their DD-214 verifying eligibility. All other required application materials must also be submitted.
When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotion will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level and administrative approval.
HOW TO APPLY:
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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Your Resume
- A complete Occupational Questionnaire
- Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, September 17, 2012. You may not receive consideration for this position, if you do not submit a complete application package.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To fax supporting documentation you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID 743702. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online:
- Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire. View Occupational Questionnaire
- Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov./forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf, and
- Fax the completed 1203FX form along with your resume and any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents are required (if applicable):
1. Resume or any other written format you choose is required to submit your application for consideration.
2. DD214, Certificate of release or Discharge from Active Duty, must be provided in order to receive veterans preference. If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicant MUST submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status or active duty status. Veterans with a service connected disability and other claiming 10 point preference are required to provide a copy of the letter from the VA or branch of service showing disability dated after 1991 and are encourage to submit Form SF-15. NOTE: If you do not submit all of the required documentation, you will not receive additional veteran preference points.
3. SF-50, Current or former Federal employees MUST submit a copy which shows competitive service appointment, tenure group, and salary. If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide the SF-50 form which shows the length of time you have been in your current/highest grade. If you have promotion potential in current position, please provide proof. Employees with an interchange agreement must provide proof of their permanent appointment. NOTE: If you do not submit all of the required documents, you will not receive consideration as a status candidate.
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
The process of consideration of applicants may take several weeks.
Notification Process: Once the online questionnaire is received you will received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. You will be informed of the outcome via e-mail. We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.