Investigator (Special Agent)

The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: General Investigation Series 1810 (opm.gov) for OPM qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS sections of this announcement by 10/15/2024 Applicant must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade GG/GS 09 in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility. Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience. Specialized experience for this position includes: Regulatory and legal requirements for conducting complex investigations; Extensive knowledge of and skill in applying Federal laws, Federal Investigative policy and programs relating to investigations as contained in handbooks, regulations, directives and operating instructions, Federal investigative techniques and procedures required to conduct the full range of investigations, inquiries into potential compromises of classified information/material and special investigations of a sensitive nature; Comprehensive knowledge of how the Federal Investigations program ties in with that of other programs, necessary to exchange information effectively or otherwise cooperate in advancing investigations under other jurisdictions; adept in investigative management due to the prominence and/or characteristics of subjects investigated, keeping in mind the substantial number of separate investigative matters that grow from the original assignment; and a high degree of skill to establish the interrelationships of facts and evidence, a high degree of sensitivity. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: 1. Oral Communication – Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. 2. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. 3. Planning and Evaluating: Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes. 4. Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 5. Self Management – Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior. Mandatory Completion of Basic Training: You must successfully complete the Federal Background Investigator Training Program (FBITP) or the Field Investigator Accession Training (FIAT) training course in order for you to be able to perform field investigative work for DCSA-BI. Successful completion of the mandatory training requires that you obtain a passing score on written and practical tests measuring attainment of knowledge objectives. Failure to successfully complete the FBITP or FIAT, including successful passage of the written and and practical tests, will result in removal from the Investigator position.
DCSAs Investigator position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in a career in national security. This role involves conducing thorough background investigations with a focus on maintaining high standards of quality and timeliness. Join Americas Gatekeeper Team and contribute to safeguarding the nations security.