Criminal Investigator

Defense Finance and Accounting Service • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Criminal Investigator independently plans, organizes, and conducts complex criminal investigations into violations of U.S. statutes and DFAS policies, including fraud, egregious employee misconduct, and theft or misuse of government equipment. The investigator collects, analyzes, and evaluates evidence and statements, distinguishing facts from hearsay. Investigative activities include interviewing suspects and witnesses, administering oaths, and using tools such as administrative subpoenas.

The position prepares and presents oral and written interim and final investigation reports to DFAS officials, partner law enforcement agencies, and prosecutors for administrative, criminal, or civil action. It coordinates investigative activities with prosecutors and other federal law enforcement agencies on complex, high-visibility, or multi-jurisdictional cases; receives and investigates complaints; and maintains electronic case files. The investigator also analyzes data to identify trends, develop investigative leads, and initiate proactive investigations.

This is a federal position with entry grades of GS-9, GS-11, or GS-12 and a target grade of GS-12. Travel is required 75% or less. Telework is limited and provided only rarely on a case-by-case basis when agency leadership determines it meets a compelling DoD need. The position may include formal training through the DFAS Career Acclimation Program, with promotion conditional on performance, successful completion of training, and availability of higher-graded work. The position is not eligible for Law Enforcement Availability Pay or law-enforcement retirement.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must receive a favorable suitability review and security clearance, as applicable, and maintain security eligibility for this national security position.
• Must be registered for Selective Service if a male born after December 31, 1959.
• Must be suitable for federal employment.
• Candidates with a prior competitive federal appointment must have served at least three months after their latest competitive appointment.
• Must meet the time-in-grade requirement, where applicable.
• New DFAS employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Must meet the specialized experience requirement for the grade sought: one year equivalent to GS-7 for GS-9, GS-9 for GS-11, or GS-11 for GS-12.
• GS-9 specialized experience: assisting higher-graded investigators with routine criminal investigations; gathering, organizing, and reviewing evidence or case documentation; participating in interviews under close supervision; and assisting with investigative reports or case files.
• GS-11 specialized experience: independently conducting moderately difficult criminal investigations; carrying out investigative activities including analyzing complex evidence and interviewing witnesses and suspects; preparing comprehensive investigation reports; and coordinating with legal counsel or external law enforcement agencies.
• GS-12 specialized experience: planning and executing complex, sensitive, multi-jurisdictional criminal investigations; using advanced investigative techniques; conducting highly sensitive interviews and interrogations; preparing legally sufficient comprehensive investigation reports; and presenting completed cases to prosecutors or high-level agency officials.
• Applicants may qualify if they meet applicable experience, education, post-appointment time, and other requirements within 30 calendar days after the announcement closing date, unless otherwise indicated.
• Education may substitute for experience at specified grades: qualifying graduate education or Superior Academic Achievement at GS-7; two years of progressively higher graduate education, a master's or equivalent degree at GS-9; and three years of progressively higher graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree at GS-11. Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at GS-12.
• Must be able to travel 75% or less.
• Must maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position; a background investigation may delay the starting date.
• Candidates should be committed to improving federal government efficiency, the ideals of the American republic, the rule of law, and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct criminal investigations into violations of U.S. statutes and DFAS policies.
• Collect, analyze, and evaluate evidence and statements, distinguishing facts from hearsay.
• Interview suspects and witnesses, administer oaths, and use investigative tools such as administrative subpoenas.
• Prepare and present oral and written interim and final reports of investigation to DFAS officials, partner law enforcement agencies, and prosecutors.
• Coordinate investigative activities with prosecutors and other federal law enforcement agencies on complex, high-visibility, or multi-jurisdictional cases.
• Receive and investigate complaints.
• Maintain electronic case files.
• Analyze data to identify trends, develop investigative leads, and initiate proactive investigations.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type.
• Moving expenses may be paid for positions where relocation is authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed