USAJOBS · 2 months ago
Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) (Reemployed Annuitant)
USAJOBS is seeking a Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) for the Department of Homeland Security's Homeland Security Investigations. The role involves conducting complex investigations related to trade, travel, finance, and immigration to combat illicit activities, while also leading teams and preparing documentation in support of these investigations.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a Special Agent for interagency, multi-jurisdictional, international, and/or inter-organizational inquiries and investigations
Conduct investigations of unusual difficulty and responsibility associated with trade, travel, finance, and immigration for combatting illicit activities associated with individuals, businesses, employers, criminal organizations or criminal conspiracies, and cyber systems and networks
Utilize a combined methodology of intelligence, investigative techniques, and legal authorities to conduct investigations and associated activities
Apply knowledge of the trends, laws, and investigative case development, independently or in coordination with other law enforcement officers (LEOs) or agencies to accomplish work
Prepare written documentation utilizing expert knowledge in support of investigations
May lead teams of special agents and other law enforcement officers; make assignments and provide guidance and coordination to team members; and
May instruct special agents in the appropriate use of Firearms and application of Defensive Tactics
Qualification
Required
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position
You must successfully pass a background investigation
You must successfully pass a drug screen
Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service
Requirements by Closing Date: Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement
Time in Grade: Time in grade restrictions must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants must have at least 52 weeks of service equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position to be filled
Motor Vehicle Operation: You must possess a valid automobile driver's license at the time of appointment
This position requires the selectee to carry a firearm. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, U.S.C. Section 022 (g)(9))
Convictions of misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are disqualifying
Work Conditions: Job requires physical strength and stamina due to long periods of surveillance, restraining suspects, and carrying heavy equipment. Environment includes work indoors/outdoors in a potentially dangerous and stressful situations
Travel: You will be required to travel frequently and on short notice
Medical Requirements: You may be required to pass a pre-employment medical examination
You will be required to live within 50 miles of your duty station
You may be required to testify at court. Law enforcement officers and agents must be able to testify without concern of impeachment
To be considered qualified for this position you must meet the following qualification requirements: You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent performing the following duties/duties such as: Conducting a broad range of investigations of a very high order of difficulty and responsibility, and exercising specialized expertise in programmatic areas such as narcotics, money laundering, financial crimes, human trafficking, fraud, international trade, network intrusion response, counterintelligence, counterterrorism, counterproliferation or general criminal investigations; Reviewing files and performing complex federal, state, and local law enforcement-related database queries, using law enforcement sensitive and classified databases; Maintaining, developing, and enhancing inter-agency partnerships, and connections with other governmental and private sector entities; Planning and implementing strategies for the collection and analysis of information to support long-term criminal investigations; Conducting interviews and interrogations using advanced techniques with a wide variety of individuals (e.g., suspects, witnesses, sources, and/or victims) to gather information; Preparing reports, using expert knowledge, in support of general criminal actions; Leading immigration-related law enforcement actions or investigations (e.g., worksite cases, visa overstays, immigration fraud investigations, administrative immigration enforcement)
Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification
Benefits
Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP)
Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
Retirement plan
Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Personal leave days
Paid federal holidays
Flexible work schedules
Telework
Tuition reimbursement
Transportation subsidies
Uniform allowance
Health and wellness programs
Fitness centers
Company
USAJOBS
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