- Position Title
- Criminal Investigator
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R9-24-12500889-JH (MP) Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, August 8, 2024 to Wednesday, August 21, 2024
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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; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Please select YES to this eligibility if you meet the criteria below:
Are you a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Employee who currently holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service and has never held the full performance level of the position being announced.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Your latest SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:
• Career or Career-conditional (Tenure field is 1 or 2); AND,
• your status in the competitive service (Position Occupied field is 1).
Are you a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Employee who currently holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service and has never held the full performance level of the position being announced.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Your latest SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:
• Career or Career-conditional (Tenure field is 1 or 2); AND,
• your status in the competitive service (Position Occupied field is 1).
4.
Are you a current or former employee of a Land Management Agency and are serving or served under a time-limited competitive service appointment? You may be eligible to compete under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act, P.L. 114-47.
Current land management agency appointees must have initially been hired under competitive procedures for a time-limited appointment; must have served under one or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
Former land management agency employees must have initially been hired under competitive procedures for a time-limited appointment; must have served under one or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service; must have been separated (with respect to their most recent separation) for reasons other than misconduct or performance, and must apply for a position covered by these provisions within two years of their most recent date of separation.
You must provide documentation showing all required periods of service (All SF-50s) and acceptable performance (performance appraisal ratings or references from supervisors if employed for periods of time too short to require an appraisal.)
Current land management agency appointees must have initially been hired under competitive procedures for a time-limited appointment; must have served under one or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
Former land management agency employees must have initially been hired under competitive procedures for a time-limited appointment; must have served under one or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service; must have been separated (with respect to their most recent separation) for reasons other than misconduct or performance, and must apply for a position covered by these provisions within two years of their most recent date of separation.
You must provide documentation showing all required periods of service (All SF-50s) and acceptable performance (performance appraisal ratings or references from supervisors if employed for periods of time too short to require an appraisal.)
5.
Please select YES to this Eligibility if you meet the criteria below:
Are you a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service employee who currently holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service and has held a permanent (non-temporary) position at the same or higher full performance level as the position being announced?
To verify your eligibility, you MUST submit a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Your latest SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:
• Career or Career-conditional (Tenure field is 1 or 2); AND,
• your status in the competitive service (Position Occupied field is 1)
Are you a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service employee who currently holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service and has held a permanent (non-temporary) position at the same or higher full performance level as the position being announced?
To verify your eligibility, you MUST submit a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Your latest SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:
• Career or Career-conditional (Tenure field is 1 or 2); AND,
• your status in the competitive service (Position Occupied field is 1)
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualifications
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
1.
Please select one response from the choices below to show how you meet the additional qualification requirements for Criminal Investigator position at the grade GS-12 level.
Alternative Assessment for Internal Candidates
2.
Do you have a current rating of record dated within the past 18 months, at the fully
successfully level or higher?
successfully level or higher?
3.
If you answered no to question #2 please provide an explanation.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
If you do not have a current rating of record available, you must certify that your performance is acceptable, and you have not been advised that your performance is currently at an unacceptable level. "I certify that my performance is acceptable, and I have not been advised that my performance is currently unacceptable."
Mastery of and skill in applying fish and wildlife laws, rules, and regulations, including those dealing with import and export and search and seizure. This includes knowledge of wildlife statutes and corresponding case law such as the Lacey Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and Endangered Species Act, among others; and violations of federal laws that address smuggling, conspiracy, money laundering, and mail fraud.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
5.
Plan and conduct investigations of suspected or confirmed violation(s) committed under the Migratory Bird Act and initiate case development for review by supervisor.
6.
Plan and conduct investigations of suspected or confirmed violation(s) committed under the Lacey Act and initiate case development for review by supervisor.
7.
Plan and conduct investigations of suspected or confirmed violation(s) committed under the Endangered Species Act and initiate case development for review by supervisor.
8.
Investigate criminal matters involving violations of environmental regulations or statutes and prepare investigative report that cites violation of natural resources laws, regulations and/or agency's policies, and submit it for review and action by supervisor.
9.
Plan and conduct overt and/or covert investigations related to the illegal import and export of fish, wildlife, or plants and prepare an investigative report that cites violations(s) of the wildlife laws, regulations and/or agency's polices, and submit it for review and action by supervisor.
10.
Participate in overt and/or covert investigations related to commercial, interstate or foreign transportation of fish, wildlife or plant products and prepare an investigative report that cites the violation(s) of the wildlife laws, regulations and/or policies, and submit it for review and action by supervisor.
11.
Participate in overt and/or covert investigations related to theft of timber and wood products and prepare the investigative report that cites the violation(s) of natural resources laws, regulations or polices, and submit it for review and action by supervisor.
12.
Conduct in-depth research into court cases and rulings and analyze information to determine if new cases related to violation(s) of wildlife laws create a precedent setting situation for the agency.
13.
Develop materials and documents for case files and serve as the subject matter expert on the protection and enforcement wildlife laws and issues for the U.S. Attorney or other legal officers responsible for the presentation of the agency's case for prosecution.
Comprehensive knowledge of, and skill in applying, a wide range of complex investigative, inspection, compliance, and/or protection principles, concepts, and practices; criminal and case law precedents; administrative and legal procedures; legal jurisdictions; a broad range of advanced investigative techniques, research methodologies, and statistical and financial analyses; and business practices common to regulated entities and parties.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Determine the physical manpower and technology needs to carry out a surveillance to obtain first-hand evidence and/or serve as an eyewitness to suspected or confirmed illegal activity.
15.
Participate in the planning and carrying out of raids of illegal activity to apprehend suspects and recommend for prosecution.
16.
Conduct seizure of contraband, equipment and vehicles to secure as evidence according to Federal and/or State criminal laws and procedures.
17.
Present persuasive argument to secure and serve warrants for admissible evidence crucial to making charges stick and/or case development.
18.
Handle the inspection of records and documents to prevent contamination and/or allegation of evidence tampering during court proceedings.
19.
Carry out undercover operations necessary to obtain irrefutable testimony and/or serve as an eyewitness to illegal criminal activity.
20.
Conduct overt and/or covert investigations related to illegal drug trafficking, such as marijuana or methamphetamines, and charge and arrest violators.
21.
Obtain sufficient evidence in support of legal charges by collecting, segregating and developing facts that lead to
22.
Utilize examination and cross examination techniques to interview agency's witnesses for court proceedings in presenting the agency's criminal case.
23.
Apply the Federal and/or State criminal procedure rules when interrogating suspects to obtain voluntary confession and/or corroborating evidence to support the agency's criminal case.
24.
Encourage witnesses to testify in court to provide crucial corroborating admissible evidence in the agency's criminal case.
25.
Apply the Federal and/or State criminal procedures rules when approaching, apprehending and/or arresting suspects in order not to violate the individual's rights.
26.
Apply the Federal and/or State criminal procedures rules when using individuals/civilians as informants to serve as creditable witnesses by participating in the agency's investigation of illegal activity.
27.
Testify in Grand Jury proceedings, trials, and other phases of the judicial process, to explain how evidence was obtained and interpreted.
Skill in oral communication to present findings in clear, concise, and accurate briefings and presentations to a variety of audiences.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
28.
Deal with and provide briefings to multi-news media.
29.
Serve as a team member on a law enforcement task force.
30.
Participate in joint raids with federal or local law enforcement agents.
31.
Provide advice, guidance or direction to agents of lower grades on regulations or procedures.
32.
Resolve conflicts by persuading others to accept new conditions, procedures or techniques.
33.
Work with judicial and law enforcement personnel, special interest groups, and the public.
34.
Maintain liaison with officials of Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and other organizations.
35.
Prepare and give presentations to various groups, organizations, and/or other law enforcement agencies.
Skill in written communication to establish the interrelationship of facts and evidence and to organize reports and presentations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
36.
Assist with writing short-range or long-range law enforcement plans.
37.
Assist with writing covert project proposals.
38.
Write briefing statements for higher level management or the media.
39.
Prepare memoranda related to investigations.
40.
Write reports of investigation, reports of interview, and referrals for criminal prosecution.
41.
Write interim investigative reports.
The incumbent must maintain proficiency with firearms and successfully pass periodic firearms qualifications. Additionally, to comply with 18 U.S.C. 922(s) (9), the incumbent must not be convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
42.
Criminal Investigators must maintain proficiency with firearms and successfully pass periodic firearms qualifications. Additionally, to comply with 18 U.S.C. 922(s) (9), the incumbent must not be convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
The incumbent must possess a valid State driver's license and is required to operate motorized vehicles and boats.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
43.
Criminal Investigators must possess a valid State driver's license and is required to operate motorized vehicles and boats.
Prior experience as a law enforcement officer is a basic qualification for this position. This position is for young and physically vigorous individuals and is subject to the maximum entry age restrictions. Additionally, the incumbent(s) must meet the Department of the Interior's medical and physical fitness standards.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
44.
Prior experience as a law enforcement officer is a basic qualification for this position. This position is for young and physically vigorous individuals and is subject to the maximum entry age restrictions. Additionally, the incumbent(s) must meet the Department of the Interior's medical and physical fitness standards
The incumbent must pass periodic physical examinations, meet physical standards set by the Service for the position, and otherwise fulfill the requirements for law enforcement positions of 5 U.S.C. 8336(c).
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
45.
Criminal Investigators must pass periodic physical examinations, meet physical standards set by the Service for the position, and otherwise fulfill the requirements for law enforcement positions of 5 U.S.C. 8336(c).
This position is subject to Drug Testing.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
46.
Criminal Investigators are required to successfully pass drug testing prior to appointment to a Criminal Investigators position, will be required to submit to periodic testing.
47.
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 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 me not being considered for this position.
Minimum Qualification
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
48.
Please select the letter corresponding to the statement that most clearly and accurately describes your HIGHEST level of experience and/or education to perform the work of this position at grade GS-13.
Alternative Assessment for Internal Candidates
49.
Do you have a current rating of record dated within the past 18 months, at the fully
successfully level or higher?
successfully level or higher?
50.
If you answered no to question #49 please provide an explanation:
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
51.
If you do not have a current rating of record available, you must certify that your performance is acceptable, and you have not been advised that your performance is currently at an unacceptable level. "I certify that my performance is acceptable, and I have not been advised that my performance is currently unacceptable."
Mastery of and skill in applying fish and wildlife laws, rules, and regulations, including those dealing with import and export and search and seizure. This includes knowledge of wildlife statutes and corresponding case law such as the Lacey Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and Endangered Species Act, among others; and violations of federal laws that address smuggling, conspiracy, money laundering, and mail fraud.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
52.
Plan and conduct investigations of suspected or confirmed violation(s) committed under the Migratory Bird Act and
initiate case development.
initiate case development.
53.
Plan and conduct investigations of suspected or confirmed violation(s) committed under the Lacey Act and initiate case
54.
Plan and conduct investigations of suspected or confirmed violation(s) committed under the Endangered Species Act
and initiate case development.
and initiate case development.
55.
Investigate criminal matters involving violations of environmental regulations or statutes and prepare investigative
report that cites violation of natural resources laws, regulations and/or agency's policies.
report that cites violation of natural resources laws, regulations and/or agency's policies.
56.
Plan and conduct overt and/or covert investigations related to the illegal import and export of fish, wildlife, or plants
and prepare an investigative report that cites violations(s) of the wildlife laws, regulations and/or agency's polices.
and prepare an investigative report that cites violations(s) of the wildlife laws, regulations and/or agency's polices.
57.
Participate in overt and/or covert investigations related to commercial, interstate or foreign transportation of fish,
wildlife or plant products and prepare an investigative report that cites the violation(s) of the wildlife laws, regulations
and/or policies.
wildlife or plant products and prepare an investigative report that cites the violation(s) of the wildlife laws, regulations
and/or policies.
58.
Participate in overt and/or covert investigations related to theft of timber and wood products and prepare the
investigative report that cites the violation(s) of natural resources laws, regulations or polices.
investigative report that cites the violation(s) of natural resources laws, regulations or polices.
59.
Conduct in-depth research into court cases and rulings and analyze information to determine if new cases related to
violation(s) of wildlife laws create a precedent setting situation for the agency.
violation(s) of wildlife laws create a precedent setting situation for the agency.
60.
Develop materials and documents for case files and serve as the subject matter expert on the protection and enforcement wildlife laws and issues for the U.S. Attorney or other legal officers responsible for the presentation of the agency's case for prosecution.
Comprehensive knowledge of, and skill in applying, a wide range of complex investigative, inspection, compliance, and/or protection principles, concepts, and practices; criminal and case law precedents; administrative and legal procedures; legal jurisdictions; a broad range of advanced investigative techniques, research methodologies, and statistical and financial analyses; and business practices common to regulated entities and parties.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
61.
Determine the physical manpower and technology needs to carry out a surveillance to obtain first-hand evidence and/or serve as an eyewitness to suspected or confirmed illegal activity.
62.
Participate in the planning and carrying out of raids of illegal activity to apprehend suspects and recommend for
63.
Conduct seizure of contraband, equipment and vehicles to secure as evidence according to Federal and/or State criminal laws and procedures.
64.
Present persuasive argument to secure and serve warrants for admissible evidence crucial to making charges stick and/or case development.
65.
Handle the inspection of records and documents to prevent contamination and/or allegation of evidence tampering during court proceedings.
66.
Carry out undercover operations necessary to obtain irrefutable testimony and/or serve as an eyewitness to illegal criminal activity.
67.
Conduct overt and/or covert investigations related to illegal drug trafficking, such as marijuana or methamphetamines, and charge and arrest violators.
68.
Obtain sufficient evidence in support of legal charges by collecting, segregating and developing facts that lead to prosecutions.
69.
Utilize examination and cross examination techniques to interview agency's witnesses for court proceedings in presenting the agency's criminal case.
70.
Apply the Federal and/or State criminal procedure rules when interrogating suspects to obtain voluntary confession and/or corroborating evidence to support the agency's criminal case.
71.
Encourage witnesses to testify in court to provide crucial corroborating admissible evidence in the agency's criminal case.
72.
Apply the Federal and/or State criminal procedures rules when approaching, apprehending and/or arresting suspects in order not to violate the individual's rights.
73.
Apply the Federal and/or State criminal procedures rules when using individuals/civilians as informants to serve as creditable witnesses by participating in the agency's investigation of illegal activity.
74.
Testify in Grand Jury proceedings, trials, and other phases of the judicial process, to explain how evidence was obtained and interpreted.
Skill in written communication to establish the interrelationship of facts and evidence and to organize reports and presentations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
75.
Write short-range or long-range law enforcement plans.
76.
Write covert project proposals.
77.
Write briefing statements for higher level management or the media.
78.
Prepare memoranda related to investigations.
79.
Write reports of investigation, reports of interview, and referrals for criminal prosecution.
80.
Write interim investigative reports.
Skill in oral communication to present findings in clear, concise, and accurate briefings and presentations to a variety of audiences.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
81.
Participate in multi-agency efforts involving the enforcement of conservations laws.
82.
Deal with and provide briefings to multi-news media.
83.
Serve as a team member on a law enforcement task force.
84.
Participate in joint raids with federal or local law enforcement agents.
85.
Provide advice, guidance or direction to agents of lower grades on regulations or procedures.
86.
Resolve conflicts by persuading others to accept new conditions, procedures or techniques.
87.
Work with judicial and law enforcement personnel, special interest groups, and the public.
88.
Maintain liaison with officials of Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and other organizations.
89.
Prepare and give presentations to various groups, organizations, and/or other law enforcement agencies.
Prior experience as a law enforcement officer is a basic qualification for this position. This position is for young and physically vigorous individuals and is subject to the maximum entry age restrictions. Additionally, the incumbent(s) must meet the Department of the Interior's medical and physical fitness standards.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
90.
Prior experience as a law enforcement officer is a basic qualification for this position. This position is for young and physically vigorous individuals and is subject to the maximum entry age restrictions. Additionally, the incumbent(s) must meet the Department of the Interior's medical and physical fitness standards
The incumbent must maintain proficiency with firearms and successfully pass periodic firearms qualifications. Additionally, to comply with 18 U.S.C. 922(s) (9), the incumbent must not be convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
91.
Criminal Investigators must maintain proficiency with firearms and successfully pass periodic firearms qualifications. Additionally, to comply with 18 U.S.C. 922(s) (9), the incumbent must not be convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
The incumbent must possess a valid State driver's license and is required to operate motorized vehicles and boats.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
92.
Criminal Investigator must possess a valid State driver's license and is required to operate motorized vehicles and boats.
The incumbent must pass periodic physical examinations, meet physical standards set by the Service for the position, and otherwise fulfill the requirements for law enforcement positions of 5 U.S.C. 8336(c).
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
93.
Criminal Investigator must pass periodic physical examinations, meet physical standards set by the Service for the position, and otherwise fulfill the requirements for law enforcement positions of 5 U.S.C. 8336(c).
94.
Criminal Investigators are required to successfully pass drug testing prior to appointment to a Criminal Investigators position, will be required to submit to periodic testing.
This position is subject to Drug Testing.
95.
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 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 me not being considered for this position.