About This Position
As a Special Agent with the GSA OIG Office of Investigations, you will be responsible for conducting and reporting upon investigations of suspected criminal violations affecting the programs, operations, and employees of the GSA consistent with the Inspector General Act of 1978. Location of Position: Office of Investigations Southeast & Caribbean Division Atlanta, GA We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Qualifications
The GS-13 salary range starts at $112,556 per year in Atlanta, GA.
This position is also authorized Law Enforcement Availability Pay of an additional 25 percent of a criminal investigator's rate of basic pay, subject to the biweekly maximum earnings limitation for law enforcement officers in 5 U.S.C. 5547(c). To qualify at the GS-13 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the knowledge and skills required to complete the responsibilities of the position.
Such experience must include experience in all of the following areas and must be reflected in your resume. Conducting complex investigations involving procurement fraud, bribery, internal misconduct, criminal conflicts of interest, money laundering, and complex fraud schemes Investigating waste, fraud and abuse cases in agency programs and operations Leading multi-agency investigations Investigative techniques in undercover operations and conducting overt/covert surveillance Use of weapon systems Making arrests and participating in warrant executions Developing and using informants Preparing reports of investigation Working with federal, state, and local prosecutors to present evidence in court prosecutions and gathering evidence for use in administrative hearings SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR:
In addition to the qualification requirements listed above, you must also be a graduate of the Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) or another Federal equivalent criminal investigator training program, such as the FBI Special Agent training program or Military Criminal Investigative Organization equivalent. If selected, you must also meet the following conditions of employment: This position is covered by the law enforcement officer retirement provisions, and as such is covered by a mandatory age requirement. There is a maximum entry age of the day before your 37th birthday (except for veteran's preference eligibles) for entry into law enforcement office positions.
This position is covered by the special retirement provisions for Federal Law Enforcement Officers [5 U.S.C. 8336 (c) or 5 U.S.C. 8412 (d)] and have a mandatory retirement age of
- If you are over age 37, you must have been or currently be covered by the special retirement provisions and be able to complete at least 20 years of covered service by age
- All OIG criminal investigators are required to qualify to use OIG owned firearms and to accept assignments where firearms are required. Quarterly certification is required. Per the Lautenberg Amendment, any person who has been convicted of misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition.
Selectee will be required to undergo a pre-employment examination and meet the physical requirements for this position. The duties require moderate to arduous physical exertion. Manual dexterity of fingers, wrists, elbows, shoulders, hips and knees is required.
Arms, hands, legs and feet must be sufficiently functioning in order to perform the duties satisfactorily. Good vision and hearing are required. Selectee must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the selectee to be a hazard to him/her, or others is disqualifying.
This position requires a pre-employment drug test to screen for illegal drug use (appointment to the position is contingent upon a negative drug test result), and random drug testing after appointment.
This position is a critical-sensitive national security position. The person selected for this vacancy will be required to undergo a Tier 5 background investigation and the GSA security office must grant you a Top Secret national security clearance. Operate a Government-owned or leased motor vehicle. A valid State driver's license is required. Due to the nature of the work, Criminal Investigators are required to work, or be available to work, substantial amounts of unscheduled duty.
This position requires the employee to sign a mobility agreement as a condition of employment.
Major Duties
As Criminal Investigator, you will serve as a Special Agent performing the following duties: Plans, coordinates and conducts complex investigations into criminal and civil violations of law and administrative matters relating to GSA programs, operations and employees. Performs investigative activities such as interviewing witnesses and subjects of investigation; executing search warrants, serving judicial process such as subpoenas and summons; conducting surveillance; and obtaining and preserving evidence. Presents investigative results orally and establishes and maintains liaison with investigative and legal personnel in the other Offices of Inspectors General, U.S.
Attorneys, Federal Bureau of lnvestigation and federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. Prepares written reports of investigative activities and final reports of investigation pursuant to OIG guidelines. Plans and conducts surveillance and makes arrests.
Testifies in court proceedings.
Conditions of Employment
If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA OIG employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
Serve a one-year probationary period, if required.
Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position
How You Will Be Evaluated
Your resume will be reviewed to determine if you meet the basic qualifications and eligibility requirements outlined in this vacancy announcement. If you meet the basic qualifications and eligibility requirements, your application will advance to the Subject Matter Expert (SME) review phase of the evaluation process. A panel of SMEs will score the required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) listed below, based on a review of your resume and your responses to 2-3 narrative questions related to your prior achievements or work activities that align with the KSAs.
Knowledge of investigative methods, techniques, and approaches, necessary to plan and conduct criminal, civil and administrative investigations. Ability to analyze and evaluate facts; make sound and objective assessments and observations; and, where appropriate, make constructive recommendations. Skill in conducting investigations that may be criminal, civil (including qui tam cases), or administrative in nature and often involve complex fraud schemes.
Investigation can involve procurement fraud, theft, false statements, counterfeit or substandard products, embezzlement, bribery, antitrust violations, credit card fraud, diversion of excess government property, and digital crimes. Knowledge of, and skill in utilizing specialized investigative techniques such as the use of complex surveillance and undercover methods or techniques. Skill in leading or coordinating participation in investigations involving external agencies.
Knowledge of techniques for conducting interviews; research/fact-finding; and determining essential facts associated with a criminal investigation. Knowledge of financial, contractual, and/or procurement laws and regulations. Skill in written communication necessary to prepare thorough, organized, clear, concise, and complete reports, affidavits, subpoenas, briefings and other documents.
Knowledge of and skill in obtaining and preserving evidence. Ability to assess case evidence; draw conclusions on appropriate actions/charges; serve as witness at grand juries/tribunals, etc. Knowledge of precedent court decisions, criminal rules of evidence, constitutional rights, arrest authorities, and administrative procedures to be followed in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings.
Ability to communicate orally to present investigative results as well as provide advice and testimony. Knowledge of, and skill in carrying out, the laws, principles, and procedures used to carry out a variety of rigorous law enforcement tasks involving vigorous physical effort and an element of danger inherent in criminal investigative duties. Ability to continuously qualify and maintain proficiency in the use of firearms and other use of force related law, policy, and techniques, such as defensive tactics, use of intermediate weapons, and arrest techniques.
Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). List any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
If you are eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) or GSA OIG's Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), you must score 85.0 or higher to receive priority consideration.
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Additional Information
Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. In the event that this position cannot be filled by the initial selection, alternate selections may be made from this announcement. Management also has the right to fill this position through other means or to not fill this position.
Additional vacancies may also be filled through this announcement as needed.
How to Apply
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device.
Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement. Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be accepted by USAJOBS and will prevent your application from moving forward in the hiring process. Please see Required Documents for additional details. Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online.
You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process). Need Assistance? Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact [email protected] or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions.
Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
Required Documents
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit. Resume: Your resume should not exceed 2 pages and must demonstrate the specialized experience related to the position for which you are applying.
Your resume must contain the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts.
Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
Note: If required to submit an SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action), an equivalent agency Notice of Personnel Action form is acceptable. Such document(s) must show all of the following: effective date, position, title, series, grade, and rate of basic pay, tenure group 1 (career) or 2 (career-conditional), position occupied group, and name of agency. If you are a GSA OIG employee, you are not required to submit an SF-50.
IF YOU ARE: Active duty military Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted). Federal employee or Reinstatement Eligible: Submit your latest SF-50. Eligible under an Interchange Agreement: Submit your latest SF-50.
Former Peace Corp or VISTA volunteer: Submit your Description of Service Current or former Land Management Agency Employee - Submit a and b: (a) one or more SF-50s, including your most recent one that shows you were on a competitive time-limited appointment(s) with a Land Management Agency and served on the appointment for a period(s) totaling more than 24 months without a break of 2 or more years. (b) Copy of your agency's annual performance appraisal(s) or written reference(s) from a supervisor at the agency verifying satisfactory performance during your appointment(s). If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal. Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
Applying under another special appointment authority: Submit proof of your eligibility under the appropriate appointment authority. See See USAJOBS for more information. If you have a disability: Submit proof of eligibility.
For information on eligibility and required documentation, refer to USAJOBS's People With Disabilities page.