Investigative Operations Specialist with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties Perform open-source research in areas such as: social media checks, service record book review, and law enforcement (LE) databases checks in support of criminal investigations. Utilize non-traditional investigative techniques/investigative strategies to make recommendations on case-related actions. Conduct analysis of surveillance information involving criminal activity which may include unauthorized requests for sensitive information, loss, compromise, leakage, and unauthorized disclosure of classified material. Summarize any actionable and/or situational awareness-related intelligence suitable for dissemination to DoD equities and the greater law enforcement community. Provide personal and executive protection operations in support of USACID's protectees. Conduct driving route analysis and route surveys to determine primary and alternate routes of travel. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance. This position has been identified as a Testing Designated Position. The employee must submit to pass a drug test prior to appointment and is subject to random drug testing thereafter. Employee must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Business travel is up to 50% of the time. May be subject to a Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph examination based on assignment. The incumbent of this position may be authorized to carry a firearm. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, U.S.C., Section 922(g)(91 . The incumbent will be required to qualify for and maintain qualification for, carry, and use government-owned firearms and, per the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. The incumbent must not have any pending charges or convictions for domestic violence that were not expunged, set aside, or pardoned. Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer
People with Disabilities, Schedule A
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
Reinstatement
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document . Specialized Experience GS 11: One year of specialized experience which includes assist with the implementation of protective instructions/procedures; prepare protective service reports for senior level management; and contribute ideas that lead to an effective protective services division. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Criminal Justice. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. Specialized Experience GS 12: One year of specialized experience which includes implement protective service instructions/procedures; plan logistics for protective services and/or transportation; cover a designated security post for the protective services division; and prepare and present reports to senior level management on protective services. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). Specialized Experience GS 13: One year of specialized experience which includes utilize qualitative and quantitative methods to assess/improve protective service operations; complete criminal intelligence reports to exchange pertinent information with federal, state, local, and international partner law enforcement/intelligence agencies; apply knowledge of criminal laws, policies, regulations, and/or precedents to carry out criminal investigations; and evaluate the effectiveness of planning actions as related to protective service operations. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Criminal Investigation
Investigative Analysis
Investigative Reporting GS-11: Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09). GS-12: Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11). GS-13: Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12). Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: . Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct deposit of pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) Security & Intelligence Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Position is being filled at the GS-11/12/13. Management may fill at any grade level. Duties described reflect the full performance GS-13 level. Duties will be performed in a developmental capacity under close supervision. The recruitment provides promotion opportunity to the target grade of the position without further competition when the selectee is eligible and recommended by mangement. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents . click apply for full job details

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