Supervisory Criminal Investigator - Office of Inspector General

About the role

We are currently filling one vacancy in Santa Ana, CA (JIF-9A).

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage, and administer a staff of special agents in the conduct of investigation of criminal, civil, or administrative matters.
• Determine whether incoming allegations have investigative merit and recommend appropriate disposition, i.e. assignment to subordinate staff members or referral to other investigative entities or closing without action.
• Plan and conduct high level complex sensitive investigations.
• Assist the Special Agent in Charge and other GSA OIG leaders in implementing national and/or regional administrative initiatives in support of GSA OIG programs and operations.
• Participate in effecting arrest, search warrants, and/or surveillance activities.
• Initiate liaison with other Federal Investigative and law enforcement agencies; and maintain lines of communication between field personnel and OIG headquarters.

Requirements

To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience serving as a special agent responsible for planning and conducting highly complex investigations; preparing clear and concise investigative reports; training others in investigative and administrative matters/procedures; coordinating case assignments and reviews; preparing information for presentation to high-level agency officials as well as officials of other federal law enforcement agencies; demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of Federal statutes and regulations, rules of evidence, court decisions, constitutional rights, search and seizure, methods of interview and interrogation, and admissibility of confessions; working with federal prosecutors to prepare cases for trial; maintaining effective working relationships and cooperating with others.

Qualifications

The GS-14 salary range starts at $146,632 per year in Santa Ana, CA. 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).

Skills

Expert knowledge of investigative methods, techniques, and approaches, necessary to plan and conduct criminal, civil and administrative investigations.

Skill in leading complex investigations into white collar crimes, including procurement fraud.

Ability to analyze requests for investigations from a standpoint of complexity, cost effectiveness, manpower requirements, and other investigative priorities.

Skill in leading or coordinating participation in investigations involving external agencies.

Expert knowledge of, and skill in conducting, a full range of federal law enforcement techniques and procedures, including activities requiring the use of complex surveillance and undercover detection methods.

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 to high level internal and external stakeholders as well as provide advice and testimony.

Skill in preparing thorough, organized, and complete reports and other written deliverables.

Ability to plan and lead, mentor, and supervise the day-to-day work of subordinate employees, communicate and evaluate performance measures, and manage employee outputs to meet organizational objectives.

Benefits

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 57. 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 57.

Pay

The GS-14 salary range starts at $146,632 per year in Santa Ana, CA. 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).

Schedule

Full-time

Frequent travel is required. Selected applicant must be able to acquire and maintain a government-issued travel charge card. This position also requires operation of a Government-owned or leased motor vehicle. A valid State driver's license is required.

Qualification Requirements

To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience serving as a special agent responsible for planning and conducting highly complex investigations; preparing clear and concise investigative reports; training others in investigative and administrative matters/procedures; coordinating case assignments and reviews; preparing information for presentation to high-level agency officials as well as officials of other federal law enforcement agencies; demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of Federal statutes and regulations, rules of evidence, court decisions, constitutional rights, search and seizure, methods of interview and interrogation, and admissibility of confessions; working with federal prosecutors to prepare cases for trial; maintaining effective working relationships and cooperating with others.

Special Selection Program

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/herself, or others is disqualifying.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.