Summary
The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of Inspector General (OIG).
The incumbent serves as a Criminal Investigator/Senior Special Agent who carries firearms in the performance of official duties.
The incumbent, pursuant to 2 U.S.C. § 1808(d)(2), is selected, appointed and employed by the Inspector General and reports directly to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI).
Top Secret clearance and a valid driver’s license is required.
Duties
Conducts Criminal, Civil and Administrative Investigations:
Assists the AIGI to develop and execute complex investigations and operations which encompass difficult and diverse functions or issues that affect critical aspects of major agency-wide programs. Investigations have potential for media coverage should they be prematurely discovered, or mishandled, due to the scope, location and the targets involved. Conducts significant investigations of alleged violations of the U.S. Criminal and Civil Codes, meticulously following all aspects of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, along with laws, regulations or AOC Policies and Procedures.
Proposes and consults with the AIGI on the initiation of a joint or multi-agency operation or task force which may involve numerous investigative violations of great scope and complexity that grow from the original assignment. Investigations may require the direction and coordination of other Federal investigative agencies, as well as prosecutors from multiple Federal Court venues.
Makes preliminary investigative decisions concerning how the data can best be used in furtherance of OIG objectives. Protects the identity of any witness or complainant who desires to report criminal or administrative violations without their identity being disclosed. Utilizes data from the OIG Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline to prove or disprove allegations.
Uses specialized investigative tools and techniques and continually scans for new investigative technology suitable for OIG procurement.
Drafts affidavits to support the issuance of OIG administrative subpoenas that may be served in multiple jurisdictions and judicial districts. Serves subpoenas and requests administrative enforcement of subpoenas through the requisite US Attorney.
Makes written and oral presentations on investigative findings and ongoing, sensitive operations to the Architect of the Capitol, other senior AOC officials, members and staffs of Congressional committees, as well as the IG. If circumstances warrant, prepares and refers reports to the Department of Justice for criminal prosecution and may be called upon to testify before Federal and/or State juries and courts.
Policy Analysis and Development for Investigative Programs:
Based on an awareness of current operational needs and problems emanating from ongoing investigations, identifies the need for revisions, changes or deletions of current policies, procedures or practices. Advises the AIGI on controversial issues or problems related to program activities with significant impact on policies and activities.
As required, analyzes proposed legislation, policy and regulations to determine their projected impact on the cost and efficiency of AOC operations and the prevention and detection of fraud, waste and abuse.
Prepares sanitized results and investigative summaries for AIGI approval for the OIG Semiannual Report to Congress, ensuring the integrity of ongoing investigations and protecting the reputations of all involved.
Investigative Program Liaison Activities:
Responsible to plan and execute liaison operations, coordinates the conduct of liaison activities and applies authoritative judgment in developing and maintaining relationships with Federal, State and local government agencies and other law enforcement agencies.
Informs stakeholders of changes in agency programs and operations, conducting briefings on major program changes. Establishes and fosters effective working relationships and information networks with business and industry associations and stakeholders in all levels of government, i.e., local, state and federal government including Congress.
Investigative Program Advice and Guidance:
Advises management of significant new changes and developments in the broad areas of white collar, regulatory, internal and /or criminal investigations and makes recommendations to modify existing policies and procedures.
Researches leading edge technologies that exploit technical means to detect and prove investigative allegations. Makes recommendations on the need for OIG acquisition of such technology.
Acts as a mentor to junior Special Agents, assists with Special Agent onboarding, training and guidance as appropriate.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
- You must be able to pass a drug test and background check.
- Your resume and question responses must demonstrate the job-related KSAs.
- You must meet the definition of specialized experience.
- Top Secret clearance and a valid driver’s license is required
- Top Secret clearance and a valid driver’s license is required.
- The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance; Law enforcement retirement is available; law enforcement availability pay is not.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment medical clearance and drug screening requirements.
- Must successfully pass random drug screenings and meet yearly medical clearance requirements.
- You must have completed the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Basic Criminal Investigator Training Program or equivalent.
-To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet
one of the categories below:
- A citizen of the United States;
- A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B);
- A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible;
- A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or
- A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States.
Qualifications
You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
Candidates for the GS-14 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position includes having experience in the following: (experience must be reflected in resume)
(1) Applying knowledge of the laws, regulations, policies, procedures, theories, concepts and principles of criminal, civil and administrative investigations;
(2) Taking and recording sworn affidavits and testimony to preserve oral evidence for court proceedings, or for use in management disciplinary hearings;
(3) Using advanced analytical tools and techniques, evaluates raw intelligence to make links and connections between and among participants involved in crime or major misconduct; and
(4) Developing and executing complex investigations and operations which encompass difficult and diverse functions or issues that affect critical aspects of major agency-wide programs.
Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.
Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation; training and development opportunities, etc.
The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Your eligibility for consideration and qualifications for the position will be determined based upon a review of your detailed resume and your responses to job specific self-assessment questions.
Your resume will be evaluated based on evidence of your ability to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) for this position, possession of any specialized experience, and how well your background and experience relates to the self-assessment questions in the job announcement. The self-assessment questions relate to the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies:
KSA 1: Criminal Investigation
KSA 2: Analytical Skills
KSA 3: Technical Skills
KSA 4: Communication
Your responses to the self-assessment questions serve as the basis for your initial rating. You will receive a numerical score based on your responses to these questions. Next, your responses will be evaluated by a Human Resources Specialist and/or a subject matter expert against the information provided in your resume and optional cover letter. Your resume must support your answers to the self-assessment questions. Falsifying your background, education and/or experience is cause for non-selection or disqualification from further consideration.
Please note that a complete application is required for consideration. (Please review the “Required Documents” section of this job announcement to see what must be included in a complete application).
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Required Documents
The Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) job application process is designed to ensure you only provide information necessary to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility for the position vacancy.
To apply for this position, you only need to submit: a) your resume and b) answers to the online vacancy assessment questionnaire. The online questionnaire contains eligibility and screening questions and other relevant information. No additional documentation or attachments are required at the time of application.
Your resume should list your education, training and work experience including job titles, employment dates, duties and accomplishments.
Nothing further is required until it is requested by AOC’s Human Capital Management Division. If additional documentation is required for the position, you will be asked to provide it during the interview or selection process. At that time, you may be asked to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume.
For example, you may be asked to provide a copy of your diploma, college transcripts, or proof of Federal employment status. If the position requires licensure or certification, you will be asked to provide proof at the time of selection.
If Veterans’ preference is claimed, you will be asked to submit proof (DD-214, and, if claiming a 10-point preference, a SF-15 and the proof required by that form).
Failure to provide the required documents will end further consideration and/or result in the withdrawal of any tentative job offers.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
You MUST apply online. FORMS RECEIVED BY FAX, EMAIL OR U.S. POSTAL SERVICE DELIVERY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
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Next steps
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