Criminal Investigator

Summary The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), created to detect and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse; to promote economy and efficiency; and to keep the head of the Smithsonian and Congress fully and currently informed of problems at the Smithsonian. More than one selection may be made from this announcement. Responsibilities The Criminal Investigator is responsible for supporting and assisting in the planning, coordinating, directing, and conducting of investigations relating to Smithsonian Institution programs and operations. In this position, you will: Investigate violations or noncompliance with legislative or administrative requirements relating to Smithsonian programs. Investigate alleged violations of other provisions of federal, state, and local statutes affecting labor laws, Smithsonian Institution (S.I.) grants, contracts, and contractors and their employees, criminal statutes relating to falsification of contractor’s payroll, collusive bidding practices, and deviations from or failure to comply with contract specifications. Review and respond to inquiries into alleged violations of S.I. Standards of Conduct by Smithsonian employees. Requirements Conditions of Employment Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation May need to complete a Probationary Period Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service. Conditions of Employment Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license/permit from their state of residence. Must have successfully completed basic law enforcement training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) or equivalent training at a state or local law enforcement training academy. You must provide proof of successful completion with your application. May be required to successfully complete the Inspector General Transitional Training Program at FLETC. Qualification requirements, including one year time-in-grade at the next lower grade level for promotion candidates, must be met within 30 days of the job announcement closing date. See the 'Required Documents' section for additional information. For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on OPM Website. Qualifications Experience: GS-11: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal Service. For this position, specialized experience is defined as 1) conducting criminal investigations into fraud or integrity-related offenses; 2) conducting interviews and interrogations; 3) writing investigative reports; and 4) collecting evidence admissible in court. OR 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR Combination of Education and Experience: Education and experience may be combined to meet the basic qualifications. For a full explanation of this option please see the Qualification Standards. Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. For instructions on where to fax these documents, see the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. GS-12: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Service. For this position, specialized experience is defined as 1) conducting criminal investigations into fraud or other financial or integrity-related offenses; 2) conducting interviews and interrogations; 3) writing investigative reports; 4) collecting evidence admissible in court; 5) drafting and serving arrest and search warrants; and 6) testifying in court or administrative hearings. 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. Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. You must also meet the following special requirements: You must pass a medical examination prior to being appointed. This position requires moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with free motion of fingers, wrists, elbows, shoulders, hips, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must function sufficiently in order for applicants to perform the duties satisfactorily. Vision: Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction. Hearing: Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Other Medical Requirements: You must possess emotional and mental stability. Any condition that would hinder full, efficient performance of the duties of this position or that would cause an individual to be a hazard to himself/herself or to others is disqualifying. All of the medical requirements MUST be met at the time of initial examination/test. Applicants failing to meet the medical requirements at the time of their initial examination/test will be considered ineligible for the position. Additional Requirements: Applicant must have successfully completed basic law enforcement training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) or equivalent training at a state or local law enforcement training academy. You must provide proof of successful completion of such basic law enforcement training with your application. Applicant must be able to qualify semi-annually with a 9mm semi-automatic pistol and meet the requirements to be sworn in as a Special Deputy U.S. Marshal. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state motor vehicle operator's license on appointment. Please note: The Smithsonian Institution does not offer Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) or 6(c) retirement. Education There are no basic education requirements for this position. Additional Information This position is not included in the bargaining unit. Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Office of Human Resources. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: Position title; Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee); Agency; and, Beginning and ending dates of appointment. Recruitment Incentive: Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. However, approval for incentives are contingent upon various availability. If authorized, certain incentives will require the incumbent to sign a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain time period. Note: This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid. Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP): LEAP is NOT authorized/offered for this position. 6(c) Retirement: 6(c) retirement is NOT authorized/offered for this position. Selections may be made for vacancies across the Smithsonian Institution (SI). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more SI hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement.