Economic Sanctions Compliance Investigator

Treasury, Departmental Offices • Washington, DC

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About The Position

This position is with the Departmental Offices, Terrorism and Financial Intelligence, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). The investigator supports implementation of OFAC sanctions regulations within government and the private sector, primarily by engaging with key industries such as banking and securities. The role is offered at GS-11, GS-12, or GS-13, with duties and responsibility varying by grade; employees selected below GS-13 receive training and opportunities to develop toward the higher-grade duties.

The position involves explaining sanctions requirements to industry stakeholders, addressing complex compliance questions, identifying compliance risks and emerging evasion methods, developing public guidance, and educating stakeholders. The investigator also advises OFAC and Treasury leadership and coordinates with other federal agencies on compliance initiatives and related issues.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship or U.S. national status.
• Successfully complete a background investigation and personnel vetting; enroll in Continuous Vetting and the FBI Rap Back service.
• Comply with federal ethics laws and provide information for a review of financial or other interests for potential conflicts of interest.
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment when requested.
• Use direct deposit/electronic funds transfer for salary payments.
• If a male applicant was born after December 31, 1959, certify Selective Service registration or exemption.
• Complete a Personal Identity Verification process requiring two forms of identification from Form I-9.
• Obtain and use a government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
• GS-13: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12, including analysis of regulations and related laws in areas such as economic sanctions, trade controls, anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, export controls, foreign investment, investment security, or economic national security; analysis of foreign policy or national security issues, or knowledge of financial and commercial transactions; and strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including briefing large groups or more senior personnel.
• GS-12: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11, including experience with federal regulations and related laws in areas such as economic sanctions, trade embargo programs, trade controls, anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, export controls, foreign investment, investment security, or economic national security; experience with foreign policy or national security issues, or the international financial system; and strong oral and written communication skills.
• GS-11: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-09, including experience with federal regulations and related laws involving economic, national security, or foreign policy matters, including applying regulations and evaluating transactions for compliance; and experience related to foreign policy or national security issues, or the international financial system.
• For GS-11, qualifying education may substitute for experience: a related Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or a related LL.M. A combination of experience and education may also qualify where specified in the online questions.
• Education used to qualify must generally be from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credentialing agency.
• Experience may be gained in public, private, or volunteer service. Part-time work is prorated; applicants should provide employment dates and hours worked per week.

Responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders in banking, securities, insurance, maritime, shipping, and energy to promote understanding of OFAC sanctions requirements, foster compliance, and address industry-specific challenges.
• Identify areas of noncompliance or confusion and develop public guidance and educational materials, including FAQs, advisories, alerts, and industry-specific guidance.
• Interpret OFAC sanctions regulations, including prohibitions and authorizations; address complex compliance questions; and provide technical advice and practical recommendations concerning transactions, activities, industries, and circumstances.
• Identify and assess sanctions compliance risks, emerging evasion methods, and industry-specific vulnerabilities, and recommend risk mitigation measures and effective compliance practices.
• Develop and deliver presentations, webinars, and training programs on OFAC requirements and sanctions compliance practices.
• Advise OFAC and Treasury leadership on sanctions compliance issues, emerging challenges, and sensitive foreign policy considerations.
• Coordinate with other federal agencies to advance compliance initiatives, exchange information, provide technical expertise, and facilitate interagency collaboration and clearances.

Benefits

• Student loan repayment may be offered.
• Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year.
• Access to insurance programs that may be continued after retirement.
• A choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods; the employer pays up to 75% of health insurance premiums.
• A retirement program with employer-matching contributions.
• Competitive salaries, bonuses, and incentive awards.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Telework opportunities.
• Flexible work schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree