Criminal Investigator Specialist Ocdetf

Summary
*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL AND UNITED STATES POSTAL INSPECTION SERVICE 1811 EMPLOYEES ONLY. OTHER APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
This announcement provides a reassignment/promotion opportunity to a Criminal Investigator, Specialist Band, assigned to the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force-Office Fusion Center (OCDETF-OFC).
This job is open to

• Internal to an agency
  Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency
Current United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General and United States Postal Inspection Service 1811 employees only.
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Duties
NOTE: Arlington, VA location is noted as a placeholder, actual location will be at the OCDETF Fusion Center located in Fairfax, VA). The selected candidate will be required to remain in this position for a minimum of two years at this location.
In-Office Requirement:
The U.S. Postal Service, Office of Inspector General values collaboration, teamwork, and effective communication to foster our dynamic working and learning environment. The position adheres to our agency's telework policy to facilitate this and requires an in-office presence of at least two days per pay period. Remote work is not available for this role.
The successful candidate must be highly motivated, exhibit a high degree of leadership, and demonstrate experience planning and conducting complex federal criminal investigations.
Telework eligible - In accordance with OCDETF teleworking policies and shift requirements.
The position is advertised at the Specialist Band level and the salary range is $139,395 - $181,216, includes locality pay. Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) under the 1811 Series. The job also provides coverage as a primary position under law enforcement retirement.
Relocation expenses may be paid.
Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The following description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations.

• Serve as the primary liaison between USPS OIG and OCDETF-OFC.
• The candidate (detailee) will serve a minimum period of twenty-four (24) months. Period of detail may be extended.
• Develop and maintain effective professional working relationships within the OIG, Department of Justice, Postal Inspection Service, Drug Enforcement Administration, and other agencies assigned to the OCDETF needed through frequent and recurring direct contact and liaison.
• Maintain contact with area field offices, divisions, or Headquarters and provide advice on reports or request information on sensitive and important issues involving reactive and proactive narcotics investigations.
• Lead operational and case support activities, leveraging available data systems within the Office of Investigations to help identity and expose criminal networks for OCDETF investigations.
• Coordinate and manage the case deconfliction between the Office of Investigations and the member agencies within OCDETF.
• Manage the development and distribution of OCDETF intelligence work products for Office of Investigations cases.
• Lead any and all technical efforts within the Office of Investigations to efficiently exchange relevant case data with OCDETF.
• Develop and gather data for key performance metrics to continuously review the progress and contributions to OCDETF.
• Assist in the analysis of data, emerging trends, and related investigative requirements.

VACANCY / DUTY LOCATION:
*The specific duty location will be Fairfax, VA assigned to the OCDETF-Fusion Center.
Travel Required

• 50% or less
• You may be expected to travel for this position.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• Must be a current USPS-OIG or USPIS 1811 employee
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
• Personnel detailed to the OFC shall abide by the DOJ Fusion Center (OFC) Rules of Behavior
• USPS OIG staff detailed to the OFC agree to follow OCDETF/OFC dress standards and OCDETF/OFC facility, health, and safety guidance, including but not limited to pandemic-related precautions and security access protocols and prohibitions
• USPS OIG staff detailed to the OFC agree to abide by OCDETF/OFC teleworking policies and shift requirements while assigned to the OFC
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued credit card
• Selectee subject to random drug screenings

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
You must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications listed below.

• • Current USPS-OIG or USPIS 1811 employees
  • At least 5 years of professional federal law enforcement experience
  • Experience working Violent Crime and or Narcotics Investigations
  • Have received a met expectations performance rating for the latest two performance appraisals (FY2022 and 2023)

Applicants that do not meet the eligibility requirements, will not receive consideration.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced Academic Degree

EVALUATION FACTORS
You must have the experience, knowledge and skills as listed in EACH of the evaluation factors. Failure to demonstrate that you meet all of the evaluation factor requirements as listed below will result in a score of zero (0); an ineligible status, and you will not be referred for further consideration. Include your major accomplishments relevant to the position requirements in your resume.
Your resume MUST reflect that you have experience, knowledge and/or skills in each of the following Evaluation Factors listed below:

1. Knowledge and demonstrated experience conducting narcotics investigations.
2. Knowledge in Postal Service and external databases utilized in USPS-OIG narcotics investigations.
3. Knowledge of Postal Service mail processing, delivery procedures, and mail flow.
4. Demonstrated ability to define problems, analyze alternatives, and recommend solutions to difficult criminal investigative problems or issues.
5. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, facts and circumstances of investigations to individuals and/or groups.

You will no longer be considered for this position if you: fail to respond to all of the questions in the self-assessment questionnaire; or receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor.
Failure to demonstrate that you meet all evaluation factor requirements will result in a score of zero (0). Upon receipt of a zero score, you will be deemed "not minimally qualified," and you will not be referred for further consideration.
In order to be considered for the position, you must submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM EST on Thursday, March 21, 2024, which includes the following documents:

• A Resume, that MUST reflect that you have experience, knowledge and/or skills in each of the Evaluation Factors listed above.
• Latest Performance Appraisals (Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023) with Coaching and Review comments and must have received at least a met expectations rating. If unable to provide, please submit a written statement stating the reason.

Education
Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation here: www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred. Special Instructions for Candidates with Foreign Education: Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in U.S. education programs. You must submit all necessary documents to a private U.S. credential evaluation service to interpret equivalency of your education against courses given in U.S. accredited colleges and universities. For further information visit:
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Additional information
Please contact an internal Human Resources Representative if you have any questions about your USPS OIG Employee Benefits.
This agency provides Reasonable Accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please send an email to jobs@uspsoig.gov. The decision on granting an accommodation request will be made on a case by case basis.

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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The Human Resources Office will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications required for this position. You will no longer be considered for this position if you: receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor; fail to attach all required documentation; if your application materials indicate that you are not minimally-qualified for this position; or if you fail to qualify on the interview. Only the top-rated candidates will be referred to a review official or the selecting official for further consideration. Top-rated applicants may be required to participate in an interview. Your rating may be further adjusted or rated as ineligible by the review official or the selecting official based on your interview performance. Once all applicant scores are finalized, the selecting official will make a final decision. NOTE: If you receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor or on the interview, you will be considered NOT MINIMALLY QUALIFIED for the position and rated ineligible.

• Benefits
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  Review our benefits
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  You must submit all required documents by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date of this announcement, Vacancy Announcement IA 24-43-12344059-DR, by closing date Thursday, March 21, 2024.
  1. RESUME - Required, when completing your online application or uploading your resume, you must categorize it as a "Resume" document). IMPORTANT: You will be asked questions in the self-assessment questionnaire. It is essential that your resume and supporting documentation provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to the self-assessment questionnaire.
  2. COMPLETE OCCUPATIONAL QUESTIONNAIRE. Click the "Apply Online" button and follow the prompts to complete the Occupational Questionnaire. (Required: You must click on "Submit My Answers" button at the end of the Questionnaire to complete this process)
  3. PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL (FY 2022 and 2023) - Required, dated within the last 15 months. This is required from all applicants including Federal, USPS, OIG, and private sector employees. If a PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL is not available, you must submit a separate statement with the reason a performance appraisal is not available. (Required: Upload and save as "Performance Appraisal" document.) NOTE: An SF50 IS NOT acceptable as a performance appraisal.
  4. SF-50. You can access your Form 50 by logging into LiteBlue.usps.gov and accessing your eOPF.
  5. UPLOAD SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS which may include:
  
  • Certificates or Licenses, if applicable. Upload and save as "Other" document.
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date, Thursday, March 21, 2024, to receive consideration.
  
  • To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents.
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