Criminal Investigator - Northeast Area Field Office (NEAFO)

Office of the Inspector General, USPS•New York, NY

About The Position

The USPS Office of Inspector General is offering a reassignment opportunity for a current USPS OIG or USPIS 1811 employee to serve as a Criminal Investigator, Journey Band, in the Office of Investigations, Northeast Area Field Office. The advertised location is New York, New York. The role is intended for an experienced federal law enforcement investigator and involves planning, conducting, and coordinating complex federal criminal, civil, and administrative investigations concerning alleged or suspected violations of federal law committed by or against Postal Service personnel or contractors. Duties may vary according to agency needs. The position is advertised at the Journey Band level, equivalent to GS-11 through GS-13. The stated salary range is $88,005–$163,062, including locality pay. Law Enforcement Availability Pay is authorized, and the position has 1811 LEAP coverage in a primary position under law enforcement retirement. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Travel is required at 50% or less. The selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued credit card and Top Secret security clearance, and pass a drug screening. A physical is required for 1811 criminal investigator positions; the selectee may also be required to complete a 12-month probationary period. The position is open only to current USPS OIG or USPIS 1811 employees. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, currently serve as a federal law enforcement officer classified as an 1811 Criminal Investigator or Postal Inspector, have at least one year of experience equivalent to GS-11 or above, and have received at least a “Meets Expectations” rating (or equivalent) on each of their two most recent performance appraisals. Applicants must submit copies of those appraisals or explain in writing why an appraisal is unavailable. The evaluation also requires demonstrated experience assisting with, planning, and conducting complex criminal investigations; defining problems, analyzing alternatives, and recommending solutions to difficult investigative issues; and clearly communicating investigative facts and analysis orally and in writing. Knowledge of Postal Service structure, processes, and operations is desirable. The employer describes health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance, flexible spending options, retirement and Thrift Savings Plan programs, flexible work schedules, telework, employee assistance programs, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave. The position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Candidates must submit a complete application by 11:59 PM EST on Friday, November 13, 2026, to be considered.

Requirements

Must be a current USPS OIG or USPIS 1811 Criminal Investigator or Postal Inspector.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Currently serve as a federal law enforcement officer classified as an 1811 Criminal Investigator or Postal Inspector.
At least one year of experience equivalent to GS-11 or above.
Received a “Meets Expectations” rating, or equivalent, on each of the two most recent employment performance appraisals; copies must be submitted, or a written explanation provided if an appraisal is unavailable.
Demonstrated experience assisting with, planning, and conducting complex criminal investigations.
Demonstrated ability to define problems, analyze alternatives, and recommend solutions to difficult criminal investigative problems or issues.
Demonstrated ability to communicate investigative facts, circumstances, and analysis clearly, both orally and in writing, to management officials.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued credit card.
Must pass a drug screening.
A physical is required for 1811 criminal investigator positions.
May be required to successfully complete a 12-month probationary period.
Must submit a complete application by 11:59 PM EST on Friday, November 13, 2026.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Postal Service structure, processes, and operations.

Responsibilities

Plan, conduct, and coordinate criminal, civil, and administrative investigations into alleged or suspected federal law violations involving Postal Service personnel or contractors.
Obtain and evaluate information supporting criminal and civil investigations.
Apply for and serve arrest, search, and seizure warrants as appropriate and authorized by law.
Prepare, review, or approve requests for subpoenas, consensual monitoring, and other matters requiring higher authority.
Assist government attorneys with grand jury presentations and court cases.
Serve as a witness in grand juries, criminal and civil courts, and administrative forums.
Maintain liaison with other offices, agencies, and appropriate organizations.
Use investigative techniques including surveillance, interviewing and interrogation, examination of files and records, collection of physical and documentary evidence, and undercover assignments.
Collect, evaluate, and preserve physical and documentary evidence.
Use cameras and other electronic surveillance equipment to gather evidence.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long-term care insurance
Flexible spending options
Retirement program
Thrift Savings Plan
Flexible work schedules
Telework
Employee assistance programs
Eleven paid holidays each year
Thirteen days of paid sick leave each year
Thirteen to twenty-six paid vacation days each year, depending on years of service