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Overview This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Protection Service, Albany, New York; Buffalo, New York; New York, New York; Washington, District of Columbia. The primary purpose of this position is to apply the full range of investigative knowledge, skills and abilities to conduct a wide range of extremely complex, sensitive, and national criminal investigations concerning major violations of Federal law. Duties include serving as case agent for interagency investigations and directing teams, guiding lower-graded investigators, coordinating multi-stage investigations, and preparing in-depth reports. Duties Serves as case agent for interagency investigation and may lead teams of criminal investigators and other law enforcement officers involved in the investigations. Advises and guides lower-graded criminal investigators with investigative techniques related to homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, theft, threats, fraud, embezzlement, weapons, explosives violations and other Federal criminal violations. Conducts and coordinates multi-stage and comprehensive investigations involving individuals, groups, or large organizations operating through several regional or national levels. Prepares complex, in-depth law enforcement reports of investigation and intelligence studies and/or directs and coordinates working groups on significant law enforcement activities and intelligence issues that impact functions and programs of regional significance. Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. You must successfully pass a background investigation, which may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, and certain criminal offenses and illegal drug use. Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. One-year probationary period may be required. Must meet Time-In-Grade requirements. A pre-employment drug test will be required. If you receive a conditional offer, you will complete an Optional Form 306 and certify the accuracy of all information. DHS uses e-Verify to confirm work eligibility. All Federal employees are required to have salary payments by direct deposit. License required: incumbent must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license. Pre-employment physical required. This is a non-bargaining unit position; permanent change of duty station expenses will not be paid. Promotion Potential: When shown, this is not a commitment to future promotions. This position may be designated as essential personnel and may require reporting during continuity of operation events. This position is subject to random drug testing. Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt. Qualifications Specialized Experience - Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. GS-11: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable to GS-09 level in the Federal service, performing duties such as: Conducting interrogations and interviews to develop investigative leads; Collecting and assembling facts and evidence in criminal investigations; Evaluating criminal intelligence using established investigative techniques; Preparing investigative reports to clearly communicate facts, analyses, and findings. OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or three full years of graduate education with related knowledge and abilities; transcript submission required. GS-12: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable to GS-11 level, including: Conducting criminal investigations in compliance with statutes and procedures; Providing technical guidance to trainee investigators and other personnel; Identifying criminal trends and developing leads; Presenting findings to management, courts, or juries. Note: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet these requirements. Only the first 2 pages of your resume will be used for eligibility/qualifications determinations. Time-in-Grade Requirements apply to current or former Federal employees and when applying under VEOA. See the announcement for specifics. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date and will be verified. Education If using education to meet qualifications, submit official or unofficial transcripts or a list of courses with hours earned. Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalence by a recognized organization. Special Instructions for Foreign Education If using foreign education, provide documentation showing equivalence to U.S. education; otherwise, you may lose consideration. Additional information Note: Onboarding and background investigation requirements apply. Random drug testing is required for this position. See the notice for details on background investigations and LEAP eligibility, firearms, Lautenberg Amendment, medical requirements, age, mobility, and other conditions of employment. Benefits and evaluation A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Evaluations will be based on how well applicants meet the qualifications. A Job Compatibility Assessment (JCA) will be used and top candidates referred to the hiring manager for interviews. See the announcement for more details. Required documents To apply, submit a complete application package including a resume and any supporting documents. Two-page resume limit applies. Other supporting documents may be required depending on status (e.g., current/former federal employee SF-50, education transcripts, veteran documentation, ICTAP/CTAP documents). Your resume with detailed dates and hours; limit to two pages. Other supporting documents as applicable (SF-50, transcripts, DD-214, CTAP ICTAP documents, etc.). Agency contact information CSB HR Inquiries: CSB_Inquiries@opm.gov Address: Department of Homeland Security Headquarters, OCHCO/HRMS/MS #0170, 6595 Springfield Center Drive, Springfield, VA 20598-0170, US Next steps After submission, you will complete a Job Compatibility Assessment. Successful applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for interviews. DHS will notify you by email of outcomes and update your status in USAJOBS. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days. #J-18808-Ljbffr Department of Homeland Security Headquarters (DOHS)

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