Additional Information

Who May Apply:                                                                                                                          
All US Citizens

Applicants with federal status should apply to the "Public Status Positions" announcement for this same vacancy. Merit Promotion referrals will not include applicants to this announcement.

Job Summary:                                                                                                                          
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is one of the most respected forces in America's financial community. Our mission is to maintain stability of and public confidence in the financial system by insuring deposits, examining and supervising financial institutions, and managing receiverships.

FDIC ranks first among federal employers for pay, benefits, and a family-friendly work culture.

The FDIC OIG is an independent and objective unit established under the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended. The OIG's mission is to promote the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of FDIC programs and operations and to protect against fraud, waste, and abuse to assist and augment the FDIC's contribution to stability and public confidence in the nation's financial system. In carrying out its mission, the OIG conducts audits, evaluations, and investigations; reviews existing and proposed legislation and regulations; and keeps the FDIC Chairman and the Congress fully and currently informed of problems and deficiencies relating to FDIC programs and operations.

This position is located in the Office of Inspector General, Office of Investigations (OI), Headquarters duty location in Arlington, Virginia. The OI is responsible for carrying out a comprehensive nationwide program for the prevention, detection, and investigation of criminal or otherwise prohibited activity affecting the FDIC and its programs. The OI is comprised of four (4) Regions: Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, and Western Regions; and an Electronic Crimes Unit. The incumbent is a Special Agent in the Electronic Crimes Unit and conducts difficult and complex investigations, either independently or as a team member, of alleged or suspected violations of federal criminal statutes or other laws and regulations relating to matters that fall under the jurisdiction of the FDIC.

Key Requirements:                                                                                                                    
^* This position may require frequent overnight travel.

Position Information:                                                                                                                
Competitive Service
This is a permanent position

Major Duties:                                                                                                                
Conducts comprehensive research and analysis of cases to determine applicable laws and the implementing regulations that were violated and the proof required to support such cases and the methods for obtaining them. Determines the most effective manner for planning, developing and conducting investigations, including electronic crimes, and the additional resources required.

Plans, coordinates and initiates contacts with Federal, State, and local officials and other key officials related to the matter under investigation for the purpose of obtaining facts, signed statements, explanation of actions and to learn the sequence of events, and background or related information that may be required.

Advises the Special Agent-in-Charge and Senior Special Agents and others on the progress of investigative activities, significant findings and developments, problems or questions or evidence, testimony or law and actions to be taken on other related matters.

Testifies before grand juries, courts, or administrative hearing on the facts of investigative cases.

Advises and/or assists the Department of Justice and U.S. Attorneys in preparing cases for presentation to Federal Grand Juries and in trail courts on matters involving violations of Federal criminal statues.

Prepares investigative reports to support possible prosecution and/or administrative action.

Plans and coordinates the Investigative activities of lower graded criminal investigators assigned to assist in extremely complex and sensitive investigations. Provides technical information, advice and guidance on problem situations. Considers and evaluates Investigative resources needed in order to validate allegations, gather evidence, and relate events to the milestones and critical points in the progress of the case.

Plans and conducts interviews with suspects, witnesses and informants in pursuit of case development. Obtains affidavits; serves search warrants and subpoenas; researches crime scenes for collection of evidence; and participates with other law enforcement agencies as required.

Qualifications and Evaluations:                                                                                                

The minimum age for "initial appointment" to a law enforcement position is 21 and the maximum age is 37 (except for veterans' preference eligibles). Individuals must be selected for these positions prior to their 37th birthday.

Under law, FDIC may not employ any person who has:
1) been convicted of any felony;
2) been removed from, or prohibited from participating in the affairs of any insured depository institution pursuant to any final enforcement action by any appropriate Federal banking agency;
3) demonstrated a pattern or practice of defalcation regarding obligations to insured depository institutions; or
4) caused a substantial loss, in an amount in excess of $50,000, to Federal deposit insurance funds.

FDIC employees, their spouses, and minor children are also prohibited from acquiring, owning, or controlling, directly or indirectly, a security of an FDIC-insured depository institution, or an affiliate of an FDIC-insured depository institution.

Only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) are eligible for appointment to competitive service positions.

High Risk Position - Background Investigation (BI) Required

Candidates who are tentatively identified for appointment must meet suitability requirements for Federal employment prior to appointment. FDIC will request candidates to provide additional information, including a credit statement release, prior to making a formal offer of employment, as required by 12 CFR Part 336.

Candidates tentatively selected for this position must complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure OGE-450 prior to receiving an official offer from OIG Human Resources.

Candidates eligible for CTAP or ICTAP will be determined to be well- qualified if they achieve a score of 85 points or higher. More information on http://www.fdic.gov/about/jobs/jobs_ctap_ictap.html

In order to meet minimum qualifications for this position, applicants must possess at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level or above. For this position, specialized experience is experience in investigating cases involving alleged or suspected violations of federal statues or regulations.

How You Will Be Evaluated:                                                                                                    
Applicants will be evaluated on responses to quality ranking factors described in vacancy questions. The applicants' answers will be validated against information provided in their resumes, including their paid or volunteer experience, education, training, certifications, and for FDIC employees, in their current performance appraisal.

How to Apply:                                                                                                    
The first step is registering as a user of FDIC Careers and then responding to all of the questions, and providing responses to the quality ranking statements. During registration you will be required to establish a password. Login assistance is available via telephone and email 7AM-7PM Eastern Time zone, Monday through Friday. Call 1-866-656-6831 or email mgshelp@monster.com. When requesting login assistance, please provide your first name, last name, registered email address, and the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number for verification purposes. Each account is linked to a unique SSN; therefore, you cannot create a new account as a work-around to a lost password. Creating a false SSN or using another's is prohibited under 18 USC 1001.

We encourage you to review the resume that you load in FDIC Careers and update it to accurately reflect your current experience providing specifics that will help us verify the responses provided to the vacancy questions. If you have rated yourself higher than i supported by your description of experience and/or education or your application is incomplete, you may be rated ineligible or your score may be lowered. Check below for any additional documentation needs that may be relevant to your application.

Only applications submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time of the closing date via FDIC Careers site will be accepted.

Exceptions will be made in the instance of handicap accommodation specific to problems with using a computer or extreme hardship cases in accessing technology. Applicants requesting an exception from on- line application must contact the Human Resources Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to 12:00--noon local time on the closing date. Approved applicants will receive a complete paper application package which includes the same vacancy questions as those applying on-line, to be completed and returned within applications submitted without prior approval will not be accepted for this announcement.

Required Documents:                                                                                                                
Please review the information about types of documentation that may apply to your application. If you claim special hiring eligibility, you will need to provide supplemental documentation. For VRA and 30% disabled veterans, please check the information at our Veterans Employment link; for the disabled, please check the information at our People with Disabilities link. Both of these links are displayed at the top of the FDIC Careers home page.

All supplemental documents required to establish your eligibility or entitlement to any type of consideration need to be received by the closing date. If you encounter a delay in meeting the cut-off, contact the HR Specialist noted in this announcement by noon of the closing date to request an extension. Late filling of documentation will not be accepted without the prior approval of the specialist. Submit your documentation using the fax coversheets that you will be prompted to printout at the end of the application process.

Veteran's preference eligibles must submit a copy of their DD214 which shows complete service dates and character of service (Member Copy 4) and other documentation as appropriate, as explained on the Veterans Employment http://www.fdic.gov/about/jobs/jobs_veterans.html site.

Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility should review requirements at the CTAP/ICTAP http://www.fdic.gov/about/jobs/jobs_ctap_ictap.html. Documents required to establish eligibility include a copy of the agency RIF notice or certificate of expected separation, your most recent performance appraisal, and your most recent SF-50 showing position, grade level and duty locations.

What to Expect Next:                                                                                                                
Applicants should sign in to the FDIC Careers system to monitor the status of their application.

Benefits:                                                                                                                                    
The FDIC offers a comprehensive package of employee benefits and worklife programs. Some benefits are at no cost while others involve a premium or contribution, often on a pre-tax basis. Your type of appointment determines the benefits for which you are eligible.
Enrollment in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Federal Thrift Savings Plan and FDIC 401(k) Plan, both with employer matching funds.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Federal and FDIC Life Insurance Programs, Federal health insurance and FDIC dental and vision plans; for permanent appointments only, long-term disability insurance. Thirteen paid sick leave days annually, including sick leave usage options for family- related reasons.
Ten paid holidays per year.
Thirteen paid days of vacation for the first 3 years of federal service, increasing to 20 days for more than 3 to 15 years of service, and 26 days for more than 15 years of federal service.
Transit Subsidy Program for employees who commute via public transportation.
WorkLife Programs and Services, including: teleworking, alternative work schedules, Information and Referral Services and Elder Care Support Services.
Business Casual Dress Code.
Clinical Support Services.
Supplemental pay and support for activated Reserve and Guard members.

The candidate selected maybe eligible to receive Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) subject to statutory limitations.

Relocation benefits may be applicable in accordance with FDIC's General Travel Regulations administered by the Division of Finance. Questions regarding relocation benefits to be covered should be directed to Angela Lee in the Office of Inspector General, Office of Management at (703)562-6306.

Additional Information:                                                                                                              
1. Applicants must meet the age requirements for "covered" positions under the special retirement provisions for law enforcement officers' positions. Minimum age restriction--You must have reached your 21st birthday to be appointed into this position. Maximum age restriction--You can be appointed into this position as long as you have not reached your 37th birthday. The maximum age restriction does not apply if you are a preference eligible veteran, or you are presently or have previously been employed in a Federal civilian law enforcement position covered under the 6C retirement coverage (Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412 (d)). In order to receive consideration, you need to include your date of birth in the application process.

2. LAUTENBERG AMENDMENT: This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm. any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully posses a firearm or ammunition [Title 18, USC, Section 922 (g) 9]. A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is generally defined under the statute as any offense involving the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon committed by the victim's current or former domestic partner, parent, or guardian. The term "convicted", as defined in the statue excluded any person whose conviction has been expunged, set-aside, or pardoned; or any person who civil rights have been restored unless the pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly prohibits the possession of firearms or ammunition. Candidates who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence within the meaning of the referenced statute are not qualified for this position. Candidates under consideration will be required to certify whether they have ever been convicted of such an offense. False or fraudulent information provided by candidates is criminally punishable by fine or imprisonment (title 18, USC, Section 1001).

3. MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS: Candidate selected must meet and maintain medical requirements for law enforcement officers. This included a pre-employment physical examination and periodic physical examinations throughout the incumbent's career as a law enforcement officer.

4. DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENTS: Candidates selected may be subject to random drug testing.

If selected from a DEU certificate or this is your first federal appointment, you will be required to served a one-year probationary period.

Please read about your rights and responsibilities as an applicant for Federal employment under the following link: http://www.fdic.gov/about/jobs/jobs_rights protections.html.