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Requirements

• U.S. citizenship; only U.S. citizens or nationals are eligible, and dual citizens are considered case by case.
• Obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance before entering on duty.
• Successfully pass drug screening and be subject to random drug screenings.
• Meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.
• Provide a certificate of completion for the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers or an equivalent federal law enforcement basic training academy; certification must be submitted with the application.
• Demonstrate the Mandatory Technical Qualifications in the resume: expert knowledge of federal investigative principles, authorities, methodologies, and practices; ability to direct complex investigations and surveys, establish standards and controls, evaluate findings, and recommend corrective action and prevention.
• Demonstrate the Mandatory Technical Qualifications in the resume: expert experience managing complex federal investigative programs, including strategy and operational planning, performance and workload evaluation, staffing and financial resource management, policy and control implementation, and data-driven program improvement and resource allocation.
• For new SES career appointees, demonstrate the five Executive Core Qualifications in the resume: commitment to the rule of law and principles of the American founding; driving efficiency; merit and competence; leading people; and achieving results.
• Submit a resume of no more than two pages; the resume-based application must show evidence of applicable qualifications and accomplishments.
• Be at least 21 years old; the stated age limit for referral is before the 37th birthday, subject to specified veteran and federal law-enforcement exceptions.
• Maintain a valid state-issued automobile driver’s license.
• Meet and maintain medical qualifications; a medical examination is required.
• Sign a Lautenberg Agreement.
• Carry a firearm while performing duties and maintain firearm proficiency, including passing periodic tests.
• Meet the DOJ residency requirement: for a total of three years (not necessarily consecutive) in the five years before applying, have resided in the U.S., worked overseas for the U.S. in a federal or military capacity, or been a dependent of a federal or military employee serving overseas.
• Register for Selective Service if applicable.
• May be subject to a one-year SES probationary period unless excepted or previously completed.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day operations of the Investigations Division’s Headquarters and regional office staff.
• Investigate complaints or information concerning possible violations of laws, rules, and regulations, as well as mismanagement, gross waste of funds, and abuse of authority.
• Establish criteria, consistent with generally accepted investigative principles and techniques, for documenting and reporting authorized investigations.
• Direct preparation of reports on investigative findings and make recommendations regarding their implications, correction, and prevention.
• Monitor the disposition of report findings and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Keep the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations informed of significant findings and establish controls to ensure follow-up action.
• Provide staffing and direction for OIG internal investigations.
• Prepare summaries of investigative findings and activities for the Inspector General’s semiannual reports to Congress and the Attorney General.
• Analyze investigative operations and productivity, and develop, recommend, or institute policies, procedures, and guidelines for investigations.
• Manage investigative resources, including travel and overtime, to support effective, efficient, and economical operations.
• Compile statistics and evaluative data to measure operational and investigative effectiveness and results.
• Review strategy, trends, and staffing needs, and recommend resource reallocations to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations.
• Oversee compliance with policies and directives governing investigative operations and activities.
• Identify and correct deficiencies in the investigative program, referring issues to senior leadership with recommendations when appropriate.
• Represent the division at meetings and conferences with law enforcement organizations and other agencies.
• Carry out and communicate support for EEO policies, practices, and procedures, and ensure personnel are not discriminated against on protected grounds.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type.