Investigative Analyst

Summary
This position is located in the Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG). The incumbent of this position will work within the Office of the Deputy Inspector General for Investigations (DIG INV), Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS), Mid-Atlantic Field Office in Richmond, Virginia.
As an Investigative Analyst, GS-1805-13, your typical work assignments may include the following:
This job is open to

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

Clarification from the agency
Current DoD OIG Employees
Duties

• Analyzes, reviews, and compiles criminal investigative data to discern trends or pertinent trends or prominent investigative case characteristics.
• Researches information systems, commercial and legal publications, and other law enforcement and compliance database systems.
• Prepares data trend analysis and abnormality reports for dissemination to DCIS organizational components, management, and field activities.
• Collaborates with DCIS analysts and criminal Investigative Analysts from other organizations to share information and investigative data analysis strategies.
• Assists agents in subject and witness interviews, prosecution preparation, and meetings with outside agencies.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Position has been designated as Special Sensitive; incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov) .
• You may be required to complete a financial disclosure (OGE-450).
• Incumbent is required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and is subject to random drug testing for the duration of service with DoD OIG.
• Current DoD civilian employees are not required to submit to drug testing if moving from one Testing Designated Position (TDP) to another with no break in service, unless deemed appropriate on a case-by-case basis.
• The incumbent must adhere to the DoD Standards of Conduct.

Qualifications
Time in Grade:
For entry at the GS-13 level, status applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-12 or equivalent or higher grade, in the Federal Service.
Specialized Experience for GS-13: You must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the GS-12 level in the federal service or at an equivalent level, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized experience is defined as experience in Monitoring, coordinating, analyzing and evaluating complex and highly sensitive data from criminal investigations and operations. The specialize experience will demonstrate knowledge of analyzing and discerning complex critical data obtained from criminal investigations involving allegations of public corruption, product substitution, procurement fraud, terrorism, tech transfer, major theft, e-business, environmental, kickbacks, and healthcare.
Selective Placement Factor: Experience user of i2 Analyst's Notebook software to conduct investigative analysis.
You must meet the minimum qualification requirements as stated in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-prof.asp.
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) is qualifying. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience.
Qualification and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants who have held a non-temporary General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must meet the time-in-grade restriction.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 calendar days of the initial issue date of the referral list.
Education
There is no substitution of education for thequalifying experienceat the GS-13 grade level.
Additional information

• If you have not previously completed a probationary period with the Federal government in a similar position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period.
• This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 calendar days of the initial issue date of the referral list.
• You may be required to complete a financial disclosure (OGE-450).
• Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
• PCS costs (moving expenses) may NOT be paid
• Position(s) may be filled by displaced Department of Defense (DoD) employees through the DOD Priority Placement Program.
• You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility.
• This position may require occasional overseas travel.
• Work requires regular and re-occurring operation of a vehicle; a valid driver's license is required.
• All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-4434 for assistance.

• Benefits
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  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.

How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job.
The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
All qualified candidates will be evaluated on the following competencies:

• Communication
• Criminal Investigation
• Evidence Analysis
• Organizational Awareness
• Reasoning

You can preview the Assessment Questionnaire here:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12212994

• 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.
  For this job announcement, the following supporting documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement. Not all documents may apply to everyone.
  
  • Resume: Your resume showing relevant experience and should include the following: where you worked, job title, series and grade, if applicable, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week and salary. DO NOT include the following information: Classified or government sensitive information; social security number; photos of yourself; personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.; or encrypted and digitally signed documents. Read more about what you should leave out of your resume at USAJOBS. PLEASE NOTE: Only the first 5 pages of your resume will be reviewed. Be sure your relevant experience is included in those first five pages. (cover letter optional).
  • SF-50(s): Current or former federal employees, excluding current OIG agency employees, must submit a SF-50. If your SF-50 does not show you meet time-in-grade requirements or competitive status eligibility, you must submit additional SF-50s for verification. If you fail to provide the required documentation, by the closing date of this announcement, you will not receive consideration.
  • Performance Appraisal: Current Federal employees, excluding current OIG agency employees, must submit a copy of their most recent completed annual performance appraisal received within the past 18 months. The performance appraisal must include the final rating. If a completed performance appraisal does not exist, is incomplete or unavailable, you must submit an explanation as to why it is not available at the time of your application submission. Mid-year progress reviews will not be accepted.
  • Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: If you are a Military Spouse Preference applicant, you must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. If determined best qualified, you will be placed at that full performance level of the position.
  
  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 provide a complete Application Package. See required documents above.
  Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
  1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
  2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
  3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
  If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the
  Human Resources Office. Please contact Marquenette Everett at 703-601-3123 or Marquenette.Everett@DODIG.MIL~ to obtain an alternative application.
  Agency contact information
  Marquenette Everett
  Email
  Marquenette.Everett@DODIG.MIL
  Address
  DoD OIG - DIG FOR INVESTIGATIONS 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350 US
  Next steps
  Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.
  The occupational questionnaire and the resume that you submit will be used to assess your qualifications for the job, and to identify the best qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews.
  We will notify you of the outcome after each of these steps has been completed.
  After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation
• Fair and Transparent
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents
For this job announcement, the following supporting documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement. Not all documents may apply to everyone.

• Resume: Your resume showing relevant experience and should include the following: where you worked, job title, series and grade, if applicable, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week and salary. DO NOT include the following information: Classified or government sensitive information; social security number; photos of yourself; personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.; or encrypted and d...