Criminal Investigator
What you'd do
This position is located in the OIG - Office of Investigations and is responsible for conducting investigative activities in one or more of the OI offices. The incumbent plays a crucial role in leading and participating in interagency task force projects and working groups, conducting complex criminal investigations, and advising high-level management on investigative progress and findings. Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill identical vacancies that arise later.
Major duties
Leads and/or participates in interagency task force projects and working groups to address complex investigative matters. Coordinates the investigative activities of lower-graded special agents assigned to assist in complex criminal and administrative investigations, providing technical information and guidance. Provides advice to the Special Agent in Charge (SAC) and senior management on investigative progress, significant findings, legal matters, and recommended actions. Leads investigations of alleged or suspected violations of criminal laws, especially those involving complex, sensitive, or highly technical issues. Leads internal and external investigations and inquiries involving sensitive and classified information related to criminal and law enforcement activities. Performs and oversees law enforcement operations, including undercover activities, surveillance, execution of search and arrest warrants, apprehension of suspects, and detention activities. Prepares investigative and prosecutorial documentation, including Reports of Investigations, affidavits, subpoenas, and other legal documents, and provide testimony before grand juries, courts, and administrative proceedings.
What you need to qualify
Qualifying experience is credited from private and public sectors, including paid and unpaid service (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps). Volunteer service builds competencies that translate to paid work. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience. See OPM's General Schedule Qualification Standards for details. CG-14: Applicants must complete one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/CG-13 level or above in Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrating all of the following: Serving as the lead investigator on complex investigations; and Directing or coordinating the work of other investigators; and Providing advice and recommendations to senior officials regarding investigative matters; and Coordinating sensitive investigative and enforcement activities with law enforcement and prosecutorial partners. Resume Content Required for Qualification Determinations For each position on your resume, include: Employer name; Title; Series and grade (federal jobs only); Start and end dates (month/year); Hours per week; Relevant experience supporting your specialized experience responses. Important: If your resume is missing these details, your application may be marked incomplete, and you might not be considered for this job. Do not copy/paste duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume; that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications.
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