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Position Title: Criminal Investigator - Special Agent
Agency: Justice, Office of the Inspector General
Announcement Number: 11801421-FMB-MP Opens in new window
Open Period: Monday, January 23, 2023 to Monday, February 6, 2023

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you a current employee of Department of Justice or a Department of Justice component such as DOJ OIG, DEA, ATF, FBI, etc?

A. Yes

B. No

3. This position is covered by the law enforcement officer retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) and 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Applicants for this position must not have reached their 37th birthday upon appointment to this position unless there is sufficient prior Federal service in a covered primarily law enforcement or firefighter position to permit retirement on or before the mandatory retirement age for these types of positions. Please select the appropriate response below.

A. I have not reached my 37th birthday and am at least 21 years of age.

B. I am 37 years old or older and I am entitled to Veterans Preference. (You must submit a copy of your DD-214 member copy 4 or statement of Service with your application as qualifying proof).

C. I am 37 years old or older but I have had prior Federal service in a covered primary law enforcement or firefighter position which would permit retirement on or before the mandatory retirement age for these types of positions. Note: Provide documentation in your application which shows beginning and ending dates of your covered Federal service and hours per week and provide a SF-50.

D. I am 37 years old or older and I am not entitled to Veterans Preference NOR have I ever served in a Federal covered primary position for law enforcement or firefighters.

4. Conviction of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is disqualifying. A misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is any offense involving the use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former domestic partner, parent, or guardian of the victim. Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence?

A. Yes

B. No

1. If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C.)1001); my eligibilities may be canceled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. Part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.

A. Yes

B. No

Please select the response that best describes the specialized experience that you possess that demonstrated your ability to perform the work of a GS-09 Criminal Investigator. Specialized experience is described as the ability to conduct investigations relating to bribery, fraud, theft, abuse, violations of civil rights, conflicts of interest, and misconduct investigations; gather information on individuals or organizations and prepare investigative reports. Experience should include undercover operations and surveillance assignments.

1. Please choose the statement that best describes how you qualify for this position at the GS-09 grade level.

A. I have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level investigating and arresting individuals suspected of crimes; participating in surveillance; collecting evidence; and preparing case reports.

B. I have completed 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent degree or a LL.B or J.D., in a related field of study, and submitted a copy of my transcripts.

C. I am qualifying for this position based on a combination of education and experience, and submitted a copy of my transcripts.

D. None of the above describes my qualifications.

2. I understand that successful completion of the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers is a requirement for continued employment in this position, if not already completed. I certify:

A. I have previously completed the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers.

B. I have not previously completed the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers and understand that if selected, I will be required to successfully complete the course.

C. I am not interested in completing the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

3. Experience performing crime scene searches and taking proper steps in the handling of evidence (i.e., identification, collection, preserving, documents)?

A. Yes

B. No

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

4. Experience determining the most effective manner for developing and conducting investigations?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

5. Planned, organized, participated in, and/or conducted criminal investigations.

A. Yes

B. No

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

6. Gathered facts and evidence for law enforcement functions, analyzed data, and prepared reports for record keeping or further legal proceedings.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

7. Experience performing surveillance of sites and suspects for extended periods of time to obtain evidence and establish probable cause of a crime?

A. Yes

B. No

8. Experience preparing affidavits and arrest warrants?

A. Yes

B. No

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

9. Provided orally, law enforcement information in a successful manner to individuals and groups that are a part of the legal process.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

10. Provided written communication on law enforcement information to individuals and groups that are a part of the legal process.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

11. Are you a current Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General employee with competitive status?

A. Yes

B. No

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