Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) (Open Continuous Announcement)

About the role

The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the prevention, detection, and investigation of substantive and conspiracy type violations of laws administered and enforced by ATF. As a Special Agent, your typical work assignments may include:

• Conducting the full range of criminal investigations using accepted methodology and problem solving techniques;
• Obtaining investigative leads and factual data;
• Participating in operational planning, searches, seizures, and arrests;
• Reviewing evidence;
• Preparing case reports at the conclusion of a criminal investigation.

Responsibilities

This position requires specialized experience in conducting the full range of criminal investigations of greater than average complexity and importance using accepted methodology and problem-solving techniques. It also involves serving as a lead agent in planning and conducting investigations, operations, searches, seizures, or arrests. Additionally, it includes reviewing evidence and preparing case reports at the conclusion of a criminal investigation.

Requirements

To qualify for this position, you must meet the following requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National;
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation;
• Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service;
• May be required to serve a one year probationary period;
• Pass drug screening and subject to random drug test;
• Must display and maintain required proficiency with firearms;
• Take and pass a medical examination and meet medical requirements;
• Must take and successfully complete a polygraph examination;
• Possess a current and valid automobile operator's license.

Qualifications

• GS-11: One year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GL-9 grade level in the Federal, State, or Local government or equivalent public or private sector experience, performing all of the duties listed above.
• GS-12: One year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal, State, or Local government or equivalent public or private sector experience, performing all of the duties listed above, and serving as a lead agent in planning and conducting investigations, operations, searches, seizures, or arrests.
• GS-13: One year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal, State, or Local government or equivalent public or private sector experience, performing all of the duties listed above, and identifying significant sources of information to detect illegal activity and document issues or probable cause and conduct investigations to determine if violations have occurred.

Benefits

ATF offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Health Insurance;
• Retirement Plans;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Life Insurance;
• Disability Insurance;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Telework Options;
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed;
• Professional Development Opportunities.

Pay

The starting salary for this position is $73,939 - $171,268 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The position is full-time.

Skills

Special agents must possess the following skills:

• Ability to perform the full range of expert level criminal investigative tasks;
• Recognize patterns of illegal operations and anticipate or influence events;
• Establish and develop leads from known criminal activities;
• Utilize elaborate planning and coordination to resolve and overcome complex jurisdictional problems;
• Perform surveillance or undercover work involving extremely complex, delicate, or dangerous elements.

Benefits

ATF offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Health Insurance;
• Retirement Plans;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Life Insurance;
• Disability Insurance;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Telework Options;
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed;
• Professional Development Opportunities.

Pay Scale & Grade

The pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work Schedule

The position is full-time.

Travel Required

You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment Type

The position is permanent.

Occupations and Job Series

• Supervisory status;
• Federal service type;
• Union representation;
• Drug testing;
• Security clearance;
• Position sensitivity and risk;
• Background check type;
• Financial disclosure required.

Background Check Type

The type of background check depends on the job.

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Total Amount

The total amount for relocation incentives is $25,000 (may not exceed 25% of total salary, including locality pay).

Annual Amount

The annual amount for relocation incentives is $12,500 over two years (subject to federal taxes and any applicable state/local taxes).

Jobs Require a Background Check and Some Require a Security Clearance

The type of background check and security clearance required depends on the job.

Relocation Incentive

The relocation incentive is available to eligible current federal employees only and subject to successful completion of required Special Agent Basic Training at FLETC-Glynco, GA.

Control Number

The control number for this announcement is 850788500.

Announcement Number

The announcement number for this announcement is 26-FO-ST-12840150-RT.