Criminal Investigator (Internal Affairs)
What you'd do
This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, OJS, Internal Affairs Division in Muskogee, Oklahoma; Nashville, Tennessee; Phoenix, Arizona; Rapid City, South Dakota. Conduct in-depth interdepartmental investigations of varied allegations against law enforcement officers and other employees. This position is also open under ST-26-13002209-CAWV-RH and ST-26-13002444-CAWV-RH. You must apply to all announcements separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods.
Major duties
As Criminal Investigator (Internal Affairs), GS-1811, your typical work assignments may include, but not limited to: Plans and conduct criminal investigations involving a number of complex and varied allegations against law enforcement officers and other employees. Examples include: improper use of force, assault, shootings and other firearm violations, theft, fraud embezzlement, bribery, other allegations with potential for criminal charges. Performs surveillance of sites and suspects, to obtain evidence, establish probable cause, or to link suspects and events to criminal activity or other misconduct. Investigates, detains, apprehends or arrests persons charged with violations of Federal, state, local, or tribal laws. Testifies at · hearings and trials at various locations and jurisdictions, to include administrative appeals, or other hearings involving case work and employees. Obtains search and arrest warrants through processes of affidavit and executes warrants and other court papers. Search for and properly maintain evidence. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Maybe Authorized
What you need to qualify
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: (OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards - Criminal Investigation Series 1811 and Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Administrative and Management Positions). Minimum Qualifications for GS-12 Criminal Investigator-Internal Affairs Division: At least one-year specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level carrying out the full range of in-depth investigative duties related to administrative and internal matters. Knowledge of federal investigative standards and internal affairs protocols with the ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and agency policies governing internal investigations. Applying analytical and research skills for evaluating evidence and resolving complex cases, and proficiency in written communication for preparing clear, detailed investigative reports and recommendations. Including experience conducting internal investigations into employee misconduct and policy violations, Firearms Requirement: This position requires that the incumbent meet initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms as outlined in the Gun Control Act of 1968, amended by the Lautenberg Amendment of 1996. An applicant whose background includes any of the following will be ineligible for consideration: 1) convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment exceeding one year; 2) has any outstanding warrants or is a fugitive from justice; 3) unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance; 4) adjudicated as a mental defective or has been committed to a mental institution; 5) illegally or unlawfully in the United States; 6) renounced U. S. citizenship; 7) subject to a court-ordered restraining order from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or child; or 8) convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. Medical Requirements: The duties of positions in this series 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 these positions 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. NOTE: To be eligible for Secondary Law Enforcement Coverage, you must 1) move directly from a federal Primary/Rigorous position; 2) complete 3 years of service in a primary/rigorous position, and; 3) must be continuously employed in a secondary position(s) since moving from a primary/rigorous position. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date.
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