Criminal Justice Careers - Criminal Investigator
The Investigations Division investigates alleged violations of fraud, abuse and integrity laws that govern DOJ employees, operations, grantees, and contractors. The Investigations Division Special Agents develop cases for criminal prosecution and civil or administrative action.
The Attorney General has established a maximum entry age of 37 for original entry into law enforcement officer positions. Exceptions up to age 40 may be granted only in unusual circumstances. Applicants who have previously been employed in a Federal law enforcement officer position covered by P.L. 93-950 are not restricted from applying. This position has primary law enforcement officer retirement coverage.
The incumbent will be required to carry a firearm while performing duties and to maintain firearm proficiency.
Prior to appointment, the person selected for this position must be determined physically fit by an authorized government physician to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties, and also pass a medical examination (which includes vision, hearing, cardiovascular and mobility of extremities) given by an authorized government physician.
A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant?s successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
Selectee must sign a mobility agreement to accept relocation to other geographic areas if required by the Agency.
In accordance with Executive Order 12564, applicants selected for this position are required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is a drug-testing designated position subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
DUTIES of Criminal Investigator:
The incumbent of this position serves as a Special Agent performing a variety of criminal investigative and analytical assignments to include: Evaluates assigned investigations. Analyzes initial allegations and recommends the extent of required investigative resources, and the necessity for collateral support, plans, organizes and personally conduct investigations with regard to a wide variety of allegations; plans and conducts surveillance or undercover work.
Apprehends and arrests persons violating U.S. laws and conducts searches and seizures incident to the arrest or when appropriate, by warrant. Coordinates, as team leader, major multi-agent cases or investigations that involve multiple subjects. Plans workload and directs other criminal investigators. As necessary, trains lower-graded criminal investigators in investigative methods and techniques.
Provides technical assistance to other law enforcement personnel by evaluating and discussing investigative problems and making suggestions. drafts and prepares concise and logical reports of investigations and summaries, including recommendations for prosecutive and corrective actions. Participates in the formulation, interpretation, application and execution of plans, policies, standards, and procedures affecting the conduct of investigations.
Prepares reports and testimony to include testifying as a government witness before Grand Juries in the courts in criminal cases and at administrative hearing in non-criminal cases.
Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of U.S. laws, regulations, and policies applicable to the organization's law enforcement, inspection, or compliance mission.
Ability to conduct investigations, analyze evidence, and prepare reports.
Ability to research, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and policies.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for the GS-13 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-12 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
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 motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is 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.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:
The Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership or nonmembership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.
The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities and is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department.
The Department provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the servicing specialist listed in the vacancy announcement. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
This position requires that the incumbent meet initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms. Under Title 18 USC, Section 922(g)(9), anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is automatically disqualified from being appointed to a position requiring the possession of a firearm or ammunition.
As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
If you are a David L. Boren scholar or fellow, and are not currently a student, the Homeland Security Act of 2002 provides that you can be considered, under a special appointing authority, for vacancies that are advertised under an agency's promotion procedures. Contact the National Security Education Board for assistance in determining whether this position will meet NSEP service requirements (http://www.nsepnet.org).
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three or more years of continuous active service may apply. If claiming 5 point veterans' preference, a DD-214 is required. If claiming 10 point veterans' preference, both a DD-214 and SF-15, along with documentation specified on the form, are required.
If you are an eligible Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant, you may apply for special selection over other applicants for this position. Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position. To be well qualified, applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and meet the mid-level of the crediting plan for all factors or the established cutoff score. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456.
Proficiency in English required.
The position requires that the incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
BASIS OF RATING:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.
Opening Date: 09/14/2006
Closing Date: 10/13/2006
Area of Consideration: US citizens
Position Title, Series, Grade: Criminal Investigator, GS-1811-13
Promotion Potential: 13
Salary: $75,773.00 - $98,500.00 Annual
Duty Location(s): Atlanta, GA
Work Schedule: Full Time
Time Limit: Permanent - No time limit
Contact Name: Helen Keiler
Contact Phone: 2026164501
Contact Email: helen.d.keiler@usdoj.gov
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