Criminal Investigator (Special Agent)

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date. Minimum Qualifications GS-12: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service performing ALL of the following: Participates in law enforcement operations, such as arrests and search warrants; Regularly communicates with law enforcement professionals or prosecutors; Writes investigative reports AND Planning and conducting criminal, civil, or administrative investigations; Minimum Qualifications GS-13: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service performing ALL of the following: Applying for and executing search warrants and other law enforcement operations; Planning and conducting fraud investigations that are primarily criminal in nature; Writes investigative reports and other products AND Testifying in court or providing briefings to internal and external parties such as high-level agency officials, law enforcement personnel, or federal/state prosecutors; Experience refers to 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Consistently ranked as the best place to work in the Department of the Interior (DOI), and the top 10% of all agency subcomponents, the Office of Inspector General is an independent office providing independent oversight to promote accountability, integrity, economy, efficiency, and effectiveness within the DOI. We offer exceptional work-life benefits, including flexible work schedules, a robust telework program, ample training opportunities, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.