Career Opportunities
U.S. AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Office of Inspector General
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION: Criminal Investigator - GS-1811-12/13
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 08-29NJ
OPENING DATE: Friday, October 17, 2008
CLOSING DATE: Friday, November 07, 2008
Salary Range: 69,764.00 - 107,854.00 USD per year
LOCATION: Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - Washington, DC
POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Permanent
Who May Be Considered:
Applications will be accepted from current and former competitive service Federal employees,
and people eligible under special hiring authorities.
Job Summary:
The USAID Office of Inspector General, Office of Investigations is responsible for investigating
allegations of criminal and civil violations and employee misconduct relating to USAID's worldwide
programs and operations. Headquarters and regional field offices are currently located in
Washington, DC; Cairo, Egypt; Dakar, Senegal; Pretoria, South Africa; San Salvador, El Salvador;
Manila, Philippines and Baghdad, Iraq.
Key Requirements:
Background and/or Security Investigation required.
Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.
Age Restriction.
Major Duties
You will serve as a Criminal Investigator under the direction of the Special Agent in Charge and will plan,
organize and conduct investigations related to USAID programs involving alleged violations of U.S. criminal
and civil laws and USAID regulations by Agency employees, contractors, grantees or other entities.
You will be responsible for developing and evaluating reactive and proactive investigative plans for
sensitive, complex, criminal investigations and other special investigative projects to determine the
validity of allegations, scope of illegal activity or administrative mismanagement and maintain the
integrity of Agency programs. These investigations often involve U.S. and foreign Agency contractors;
senior career and appointed officials of the agency, as well as foreign citizens in the United States
and abroad. The violations include but are not limited to false statements, conflict of interest,
bribery, theft, kickbacks, antitrust, conspiracy, procurement integrity, and violations under the
standards of ethical conduct.
Other duties include interviewing witnesses, interrogating subjects, obtaining statements, making
arrest, executing search and seizure warrants, and testifying before the grand jury, trial court,
and special hearings. The incumbent will utilize investigative techniques including use and development
of informants, undercover operations, searching for evidence, surveillance, financial analysis, and
obtaining evidence through the use of tools such as recording devices, technical equipment, and
subpoenas. The incumbent will work closely with other USAID personnel, law enforcement organizations,
and professional business communities in resolving alleged violations of criminal and/or civil laws,
or administrative regulations.
You will coordinate prosecutive activities with federal, state, and local prosecutorial authorities;
prepare reports of investigations to be used in criminal, civil, or administrative proceedings; report
investigative findings, as necessary; and assist authorities in the development and execution of judicial
and/or administrative actions.
Qualifications:
You must have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this job that has given
you the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically we would
find this experience in work within this field or a field that is closely related.
GS-13: 1 year equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in
the Federal government. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:(1) planning,
organizing, and conducting difficult and complex investigations; and (2) perform record searches,
reviewing and analyzing contracts and business records.
GS-12: 1 year equivalent to at least the GS-11 level
in the Federal government. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:(1) Assisting
and/or performing record searches, reviewing and analyzing contracts and business records.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
You will be required to maintain firearm proficiency and carry a firearm while performing the
duties of this position.
You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed
into this position.
In order to qualify for this position, you must be able to obtain a Top Secret security
clearance.
You can be appointed into this position as long as you have not reached your 37th
birthday.
You must meet time-in-grade restrictions by the closing date of this announcement.
Appointment to this position is contingent upon successful completion of a full
field background investigation and issuance of a 'TOP SECRET' clearance. Prior to appointment,
the applicant will be asked to complete a 'Declaration for Federal Employment' (OF-306). The
information collected on this form is used to determine applicant's suitability for federal employment.
The applicant may be asked to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in the application/resume.
The applicant must answer all questions truthfully and completely. A false statement on any part of the
declaration or attached forms may be grounds for not hiring the applicant, or for termination after being
hired.
Applicants must possess a valid U.S. driver's license upon appointment and be able to operate a
government-owned or leased motor vehicle.
Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical examination by an Agency designated
physician to determine if they are physically and medically qualified to perform the full duties of the
position. Any physical condition which could hinder an individual's full, efficient and safe performance
of his/her duties as a criminal investigator, or failure to meet any of the required physical or medical
qualifications, will usually be considered disqualifying for employment, except when sufficient evidence
is presented that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job efficiently and without
hazard to themselves and others. Applicants who refuse to submit to the required examinations will not
be considered for employment as criminal investigators. Medical examinations may be performed by a family
doctor, in which case USAID will reimburse the candidate, otherwise, the examination may be conducted at the
Agency's medical facility in Washington, DC.
Applicant must have satisfactorily completed the Basic Criminal Investigative Training Program at the
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia, or its equivalent.
Applicants must agree to work an average of two hours extra per day to meet the requirements of law
enforcement availability pay (LEAP) as described in Title 5 U.S.C 5545A (d) (1).
Applicants for this position are required to qualify with and use firearms and other weapons as part
of assigned duties and to maintain such qualifications. Because of an amendment to 18 U.S.C. 922(g)(9),
which became effective September 30, 1996, and is referred to as the Lautenberg Amendment, applicants are
ineligible for this position in at ANY time they have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of
domestic violence, unless such conviction was expunged, set aside or the applicant received a pardon.
Continuing employment in this position is contingent upon: (1) maintaining eligibility for a top-secret
clearance in a position which has been designated as critical-sensitive; (2) maintaining criteria outlined in
USAID/OIG/I Policy Directive 723, Health and Fitness Program for Criminal Investigators; (3) willingness to
travel domestically and overseas as necessary; (4) work an average of 2 extra hours a day to meet the requirements
of law enforcement availability pay (LEAP) as described in Title 5 U.S.C. 5545a(d)(1); (5)willingness to carry and
use a firearm in the execution of official duties; and (6) compliance with the Lautenberg Amendment.
The duties of positions in this series require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and
standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion
of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints are required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be
sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently
good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision,
corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing
loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels.
Since the duties of these positions are arduous and responsible, involving activities under challenging conditions,
applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a
hazard to himself/herself, or other, is disqualifying.
SPECIAL NOTE: This position is covered under the special retirement
provisions for law enforcement officers. Applicants that have no prior series 1811 criminal investigator experience
must meet the maximum age for entry into a 'covered position' which is the date immediately preceding the applicant's
37th birthday and must be able to retire at the mandatory age of 57 with 20 years of service as an 1811 criminal
investigator. In order to receive consideration, you must include your date of birth in your application package.
How You Will Be Evaluated:
You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required; and on the extent to which your
application shows that you possess the knowledges, skills, and abilities associated with this position as defined below.
When describing your knowledges, skills, and abilities, please be sure to give examples and explain how often you used
these skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of the people you interacted with, the sensitivity
of the issues you handled, etc.
Please limit your KSA responses to three pages. The following are the KSAs:
1. Knowledge and experience in planning, coordinating and conducting, complex and sensitive
investigations involving contract and procurement fraud, assistance agreements, and employee misconduct relative to agency
operations and programs.
2. Demonstrated experience in the application of U.S. criminal laws (Title 18 and 15, U.S.C.);
Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure and Evidence and related constitutional and statutory authorities in the investigation of
financial and contract-related crimes and employee-integrity matters.
3. Knowledge and experience in the application of criminal, civil and administrative investigative
tools and techniques and modern detection methods and equipment.
4. Knowledge and experience communicating effectively orally and in writing, reporting fact clearly,
concisely and accurately on investigative matters.
5. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals and/or groups at all levels
of government, the public and private sector.
Benefits:
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info:
The USAID/OIG offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include:
Comprehensive health and life insurance
Competitive salaries
Generous retirement programs
Paid holidays, annual and sick leave
Flexible work environment and alternate work schedules
Paid employment related training and education
Subsidized transportation (Metro check)
Payment of licenses, certification, and academic degree, as applicable
Incentives and awards, as appropriate
Telecommuting, as appropriate
Long Term Care Insurance is offered
Flexible Spending Account is offered
Thrift Savings Plan (401 K Plan)
Other Advantages:
We are located in the beautifully designed Ronald Reagan Building (RRB) and International Trade Center (ITC), which is within
walking distance of the White House, the Capitol, Smithsonian Museums, and much more! The RRB is easily accessible to the Federal
Triangle metro station (blue/orange line), has an on-site fitness center and day care center, a DC Visitor and Information Center,
food court, and underground parking garage.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide
additional information on how this program is run.
Other Information:
You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be
evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.
When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future
promotions to you if you are selected for this position. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the
duties at a higher grade level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher grade level, and administrative
approval.
The materials you send with your application will not be returned.
Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application. Please do not place your application in a notebook or binder.
The U.S. Agency for International Development is a participant of E-verify. E-vertify provides an automated link to Federal
database to help employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their social security numbers.
How To Apply:
Applications must be postmarked by closing the date and received within five (5) working days of that date. If hand delivered,
be sure your application is received by closing date. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure that his/her
application is complete. The personnel office will not be responsible for soliciting additional information from applicants.
1. Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612), or a Resume. Applications must include
the following:
Name, city and state of high school and colleges/universities attended with date(s) of diploma. For college include major
and type and date of degree(s).
Job titles, salaries, employer's name and addresses, supervisor's name and phone number (indicate if we may contact your
current and former supervisors), starting and ending dates, hours per week and any unpaid or non-paid work experience that relates
to this vacancy.
Job-related training courses, special skills, certificates and licenses, honors, awards and publications.
2. All applicants must submit an OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment Form. This form may be
downloaded from the OPM website at http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf.
3. If a particular level of education/certification is required or you are asking us to qualify you
based on education, you must submit a copy of your college transcript. Credit for college education will be given if it was obtained
through an accredited university.
4. Status candidates and reinstatement eligibles (current or former government employees) must provide
a copy of the last or most recent SF-50, 'Notice of Personnel Action' which indicates proof of competitive status (reflecting career,
career-conditional or reinstatement eligibility.
5. Candidates eligible for other non-competitive appointments must present appropriate documentation
reflecting their eligibility.
6. All current Federal employees should provide a copy of their current performance appraisal (must be
within 18 months from the closing date of the announcement).
7. Responses to the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA). Please provide a narrative statement
addressing each KSA separately.
8. If you are a federal employee seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must include a copy of the
agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating and a copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade
level, and duty location. You must clearly annotate your application package to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP
eligible.
Application mailed using government postage or through an internal federal government mail system will not be considered.
Contact Information:
Nealy Johnson
Phone: (202) 712-4189
Fax: (202) 216-3392
Email: recruitmentoig@usaid.gov
Or write:
U.S. Agency for International Development
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Room 8.07-A
Washington, D.C. 20523-8700
US
Fax: (202) 216-3392
What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your
qualifications and determine your ranking. The qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further
consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
EEO Policy Statementt
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization,
or other non-merit factor.
Reasonable Accommodation
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants
requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency
directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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