Criminal Investigator (Special Agent)
The purpose of this position is to enforce the Export Administration Act of 1979 (the Act) as amended and currently implemented under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), and the Export Administration Regulations (the Regulations) issued thereunder. As a Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) you will perform the following:
Summarizes and reports all investigative activities in a clear, logical and impartial manner. Organizes all findings and evidentiary support from investigative activities and attaches all significant case records electronically in an investigative information database Coordinates findings with other law enforcement agencies, other regulatory agencies, the BIS Office of Chief Counsel (OCC), other DOC program areas, and the United States Attorney's Office, as appropriate, in preparation and prosecution of administrative proceedings and/or criminal prosecutions arising from investigations conducted. Investigates alleged violations of the Export Administration Act of 1979 and Regulations from suspicion of violation or receipt of a substantive allegation to the conclusion of any resulting criminal judicial process or administrative proceedings. Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at:
http:
//www.opm.gov/qualifications. Medical Requirements:
You will be required to undergo testing to demonstrate that you possess satisfactory physical abilities necessary to perform the essential tasks of the position in a safe and efficient manner. Medical requirements for this position are established by OPM. Any physical condition that would cause you to be a hazard to yourself or others is grounds for disqualification. 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 is 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 exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying. Maximum Entry Age This position is covered by the special retirement provisions for Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO). Candidates without previous LEO service must be under age 37. Those with current or prior federal LEO coverage will be considered only if they can demonstrate that they will have completed 20 years of covered service by mandatory retirement age of 57. This requirement is waived for Veterans. https:
//www.chcoc.gov/content/change-maximum-entry-age-requirements-veterans%E2%80%99-preference-eligibles If you have current or prior Federal Law Enforcement Officer coverage you must submit appropriate SF-50s that show period of coverage. Failure to provide proof of Federal LEO coverage may result in removal from consideration. You must maintain requirements to qualify for LEO retirement coverage (5 U.S.C. 8336(C) and 5 U.S.C. 8412(D)). Firearms The selectee will be required to carry and use a firearms, demonstrate proficiency on a recurring basis, and not be in violation of 18 U.S.C. 922 (Lautenberg Amendment). NOTE:
Lautenberg Amendment- This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm. Any person who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, U.S.C Section 992(g)). A felony or 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 statute, excludes any person whose conviction has been expunged, set-aside or pardoned, or any person whose civil rights have been restored, so long as such restoration does not restrict the shipping, transportation, possession or receipt of firearms or ammunition. Candidates who have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence within the meaning of the referenced statutes at not eligible for the position. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies; knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. To qualify for the GS-13 level:
You qualify for the GS-13 level if you possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal government performing the following duties:
identifying criminal activities and conducting law enforcement investigations on such activities; and identifying potential export violations and conducting law enforcement investigations on such violations. Applicants must meet requirements by 11:
59 Eastern Time Zone (ETZ) on the closing date of this announcement. If selected for Federal Employment, you will be required to complete a Declaration of Federal Employment OF-306, prior to being appointed.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Summarizes and reports all investigative activities in a clear, logical and impartial manner. Organizes all findings and evidentiary support from investigative activities and attaches all significant case records electronically in an investigative information database Coordinates findings with other law enforcement agencies, other regulatory agencies, the BIS Office of Chief Counsel (OCC), other DOC program areas, and the United States Attorney's Office, as appropriate, in preparation and prosecution of administrative proceedings and/or criminal prosecutions arising from investigations conducted. Investigates alleged violations of the Export Administration Act of 1979 and Regulations from suspicion of violation or receipt of a substantive allegation to the conclusion of any resulting criminal judicial process or administrative proceedings. Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at:
http:
//www.opm.gov/qualifications. Medical Requirements:
You will be required to undergo testing to demonstrate that you possess satisfactory physical abilities necessary to perform the essential tasks of the position in a safe and efficient manner. Medical requirements for this position are established by OPM. Any physical condition that would cause you to be a hazard to yourself or others is grounds for disqualification. 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 is 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 exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying. Maximum Entry Age This position is covered by the special retirement provisions for Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO). Candidates without previous LEO service must be under age 37. Those with current or prior federal LEO coverage will be considered only if they can demonstrate that they will have completed 20 years of covered service by mandatory retirement age of 57. This requirement is waived for Veterans. https:
//www.chcoc.gov/content/change-maximum-entry-age-requirements-veterans%E2%80%99-preference-eligibles If you have current or prior Federal Law Enforcement Officer coverage you must submit appropriate SF-50s that show period of coverage. Failure to provide proof of Federal LEO coverage may result in removal from consideration. You must maintain requirements to qualify for LEO retirement coverage (5 U.S.C. 8336(C) and 5 U.S.C. 8412(D)). Firearms The selectee will be required to carry and use a firearms, demonstrate proficiency on a recurring basis, and not be in violation of 18 U.S.C. 922 (Lautenberg Amendment). NOTE:
Lautenberg Amendment- This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm. Any person who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, U.S.C Section 992(g)). A felony or 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 statute, excludes any person whose conviction has been expunged, set-aside or pardoned, or any person whose civil rights have been restored, so long as such restoration does not restrict the shipping, transportation, possession or receipt of firearms or ammunition. Candidates who have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence within the meaning of the referenced statutes at not eligible for the position. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies; knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. To qualify for the GS-13 level:
You qualify for the GS-13 level if you possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal government performing the following duties:
identifying criminal activities and conducting law enforcement investigations on such activities; and identifying potential export violations and conducting law enforcement investigations on such violations. Applicants must meet requirements by 11:
59 Eastern Time Zone (ETZ) on the closing date of this announcement. If selected for Federal Employment, you will be required to complete a Declaration of Federal Employment OF-306, prior to being appointed.
- Department:
1811 Criminal Investigation - Salary Range:
$101,585 to $132,064 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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