- Position Title
- Investigative Analyst
- Agency
- Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
- Announcement Number
- 24-DC-12181637-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, November 15, 2023 to Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy AND
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center help.usajobs.gov/index.php/What_is_CTAP%3F)
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy AND
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center help.usajobs.gov/index.php/What_is_CTAP%3F)
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center. https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/What_is_ICTAP%3F
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center. https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/What_is_ICTAP%3F
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a position with the Department of Justice (DOJ). Your response to this assessment questionnaire, in conjunction with other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated in making screening decisions.
This is a DOJ job application system. Your responses in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses. Deliberate attempts to falsify information will be grounds for disqualifying you or for dismissing you from employment following acceptance. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this application. Incomplete/incorrect responses may result in you not receiving appropriate consideration.
For the following questions, please select the response that best describes your education and/or experience. You may select only one response for each question. If you feel that your education or experience exceeds all of the descriptions for a particular question, choose the description that is the closest level to the experience or education that you possess. Failure to respond to these questions will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the ONE response that BEST describes that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as a GS-11 Investigative Analyst.
2.
NARRATIVE: Identify the specific experience from your resume or cover letter that validates your response. Also, list the name and contact information of someone who can verify your response.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Conducts analysis for the purpose of clarifying the target suspect or organizations' pattern of operations, identify information relevant to the legal issues involved, and recommend valuable approaches of investigation.
4.
Conducts analysis for the purpose of devising methods for obtaining, preserving, and presenting evidence to greatest effect.
5.
Establishes and verifies relationships among the facts and evidence obtained or presented to confirm authenticity of documents, witness statement and build proof for litigation.
6.
Identifies resources that may be required in conducting investigations.
7.
Gathers and analyzes facts including statements, sequences of events, scientific or technical data for advancing prosecutorial objectives.
8.
Report facts clearly, concisely, accurately and logically.
9.
Identifies and locates witnesses and targets for attorneys and law enforcement officers.
10.
Analyzes evidence and collects information related to the evidence or legal matters under consideration from the appropriate information source.
11.
Recommends and identifies most effective methods for planning, scheduling, and conducting investigations.
12.
Creates charts, graphs, video tapes, and other audio-visual materials for use in motions and at trial.
13.
Communicates effectively in conducting interviews, and communicating with attorneys, witnesses and law enforcement.
14.
Determines matters of fact that relate directly to statutory and regulatory law.
15.
Conducts analysis for the purpose of developing and refining proof required in affixing legal responsibility for violation(s).
16.
Testifies in court concerning investigative analysis.
17.
Examines documentary evidence, computer data (including electronic records) and other records pertaining to transactions, events and allegations under investigation to show intent of fraudulent activities.
18.
Provides technical assistance to investigators in identifying, reviewing, and analyzing records and witnesses after execution of search warrants and identifying witnesses and persons of interest.
19.
Provides advice on selection of witnesses.
20.
Provides technical assistance in identifying, reviewing, and analyzing records and witness.
21.
Maintain effective cooperative working relationships.
22.
Utilizes databases to collect information.
23.
Conducts criminal history research.
24.
Publishes and distributes analytical work products to appropriate law enforcement and attorneys.
25.
Compiles documents, evidence, and visuals for use in motions and trial.
26.
Reports facts both orally and in writing.
27.
If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this program.
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 cancelled, 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.
I understand a comprehensive background investigation, including a check of my credit history and a pre-employment drug screening, is required 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 cancelled, 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.
I understand a comprehensive background investigation, including a check of my credit history and a pre-employment drug screening, is required for this position.