- Position Title
- Pathways Career Internship Student Trainee (Criminal Investigation)
- Agency
- Internal Revenue Service
- Announcement Number
- 24-12544845C-CIX-1899-4T7 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, October 1, 2024 to Monday, October 14, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
This position has an age requirement. Enter or select your date of birth.
3.
Pathways Internship Candidate - Are you currently a student that has been accepted for enrollment or are enrolled at least half-time in an accredited high school, college; professional, technical, vocational and trade school; advanced degree program; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate?
If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit proof of current student status i.e. school acceptance letter, unofficial copy of Transcripts and remain enrolled.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit proof of current student status i.e. school acceptance letter, unofficial copy of Transcripts and remain enrolled.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. You may only select up to 3 location(s).
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2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Employees of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) must demonstrate the highest level of ethics and integrity. Former employees will be subject to a screening of their prior performance and conduct with the Service, and all other applicants may be subject to reference checks of prior employment. Your responses to the following questions will be verified; Applicants providing false information may be made ineligible and will be subject to debarment for future employment opportunities with the IRS.
Please select the response that best describes your current or prior employment with the IRS. If you never worked for the Internal Revenue Service, you must select the last response "Not applicable."
Please select the response that best describes your current or prior employment with the IRS. If you never worked for the Internal Revenue Service, you must select the last response "Not applicable."
4.
Employees of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) must demonstrate the highest level of ethics and integrity, and must be in compliance with all Federal Tax requirements. Applicants being considered for employment with the IRS will be subject to a tax check. You can "Get Your Tax Record" at http://www.irs.gov/ (https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript) and check the status of your account, balance owed, payment history, make a payment, or review answers to tax questions. Applicants not in compliance will be determined unsuitable for employment with IRS. Your responses to the following questions will be verified; Applicants providing false information may be made ineligible and will be subject to debarment for future employment opportunities with the IRS.
Please select the response that best describes your compliance with all Federal Tax requirements. You will be subject to a tax check that will verify your response to this question.
Please select the response that best describes your compliance with all Federal Tax requirements. You will be subject to a tax check that will verify your response to this question.
5.
The following question is regarding your Selective Service status. If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, civil service employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. If you are required to register but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for appointment by executive agencies of the Federal Government (5 CFR 300.704). Visit http://www.sss.gov/ for additional information.
6.
If you are a current Federal employee, by what agency and organization are you employed?
7.
If you selected "Other", please enter the agency and organization.
8.
If you are a current Federal employee, what is your duty station? [City, State]
9.
If you are a Federal employee, under what type of appointment are you currently serving?
10.
If you are, or ever were a Federal civilian employee, please provide your current or last pay plan, series, and grade level or pay band. For example: GS-0303-05, IR-0343-02, WG-5400-04.
(limit 250 characters)
11.
If you are, or ever were a Federal civilian employee, indicate the pay plan and grade level or pay band of the highest graded position you have ever held. For example: GS-05, IR-02, WG-04.
12.
Are you a current or former Federal employee with reinstatement eligibility?
13.
Are you a retiree receiving a Federal annuity, either military or civilian?
Note: If you are an annuitant, your salary or annuity may be reduced upon employment.
Note: If you are an annuitant, your salary or annuity may be reduced upon employment.
14.
Have you accepted a buyout from a Federal agency within the past 5 years?
15.
Regarding the effectiveness of our recruitment strategies; how did you first hear about this job?
16.
If you answered "Posting on a job board or search agent other than USAJOBS (Monster, CareerBuilder, Indeed, LinkUp, etc." in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the job board or search agent other than USAJOBS you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Social Media posting (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, on-line job fairs, etc.)" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the Social Media platform you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Attended a recruitment event (Job/Career Fair, Open House, Meet & Greet, Meetup, etc.)" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name and state of the recruiting event.
If you answered "School/University announcement/career counselor" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the school/university of the announcement where you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Third party referral, such as diversity or community organization, or employment office (Federal, state or local)" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the third party referral and the state you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Newspaper (print/online)" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the newspaper and the state you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Radio" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the radio station and state you heard the advertisement.
If you answered "Transit/Bus Advertisement" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the city and state you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Banner Advertisement - Major News Websites" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the website.
If you answered "Banner Advertisement - Movie Theater Websites" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the website.
If you answered "Classified Advertisement Website (Craigslist, Angie's List, etc.)" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the website, city and state.
If you answered "Other" in the previous question, please specify in the box below.
If you answered "Social Media posting (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, on-line job fairs, etc.)" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the Social Media platform you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Attended a recruitment event (Job/Career Fair, Open House, Meet & Greet, Meetup, etc.)" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name and state of the recruiting event.
If you answered "School/University announcement/career counselor" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the school/university of the announcement where you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Third party referral, such as diversity or community organization, or employment office (Federal, state or local)" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the third party referral and the state you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Newspaper (print/online)" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the newspaper and the state you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Radio" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the radio station and state you heard the advertisement.
If you answered "Transit/Bus Advertisement" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the city and state you saw the advertisement.
If you answered "Banner Advertisement - Major News Websites" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the website.
If you answered "Banner Advertisement - Movie Theater Websites" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the website.
If you answered "Classified Advertisement Website (Craigslist, Angie's List, etc.)" in the previous question, please indicate in the box below the name of the website, city and state.
If you answered "Other" in the previous question, please specify in the box below.
17.
For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, are you aware that you must submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent as specified in this announcement? An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
18.
Applicants must meet the minimum age requirements for this position. Please indicate the option which best describes your current status. If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you MUST submit documentation of graduation from high school (or equivalent); OR completion of a formal vocational training program; OR statement from school authorities agreeing with your decision to pursue employment rather than continuing your education.
Assessment 1
PATHWAYS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
The IRS Pathways Internship Program provides Federal employment opportunities to students who are enrolled, or accepted for enrollment, as degree seeking students taking at least a half-time academic, technical, or vocational course load in an accredited, technical, vocational, 2- or 4-year college or university, graduate or professional school, the opportunity to work and explore new careers while in school.
This program provides experience that is directly related to your educational program and career goals. If selected, employees are required to maintain a schedule that includes attendance at an accredited school combined with career related work in the agency. The work experience with the agency MUST be related to your academic/career goals.
If selected, you will be placed in a student trainee position, and upon successfully completing the program requirements you may be non-competitively converted to a term, career or career-conditional appointment. The targeted position has been indicated in the vacancy announcement.
Selectees must remain enrolled in school and maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher to remain in the program. Applicants are acknowledging that they understand these requirements with the submission of their application. All conversion requirements will be identified in the Participant Agreement. After meeting the requirements of the Pathways Internship Program, you may qualify for the 1811 Criminal Investigator series based solely on education, experience, or a combination of both. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement:
GS-04 LEVEL: Completion of 2 full academic years of post-high school study or an associate degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
GS-05 LEVEL: Completion of 4 academic years of post-high school leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
GS-07 LEVEL: Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate level education in any field of study. OR Eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement Provision and completion of a bachelor's degree in any field of study.
Specialized experience requirements can be found at: Qualification Standards - IRS Special Agent (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1800/criminal-investigator-treasury-enforcement-agent-1811/)
If converted to a Criminal Investigator, you must be no older than 37 years of age at time of appointment. Possess a valid driver's license. Pass a background and criminal history record check.
In addition to the above, you must meet the definition of a student for the duration of your appointment as follows: An individual accepted for enrollment or enrolled and seeking a degree (high school, college (4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate) in a qualifying and accredited educational institution, on a full or half-time basis (as defined by the institution in which the student is enrolled), including awardees of the Harry S. Truman Foundation Scholarship Program under Public Law 93-842. Students need not be in actual physical attendance, so long as all other requirements are met. An individual who needs to complete less than the equivalent of half an academic/vocational or technical course-load immediately prior to graduating is still considered a student for purposes of this Program. For more information on the education requirements go to Treasury's Pathways Program (http://www.treasury.gov/careers/Pages/pathways-programs.aspx). AND
To be converted into a Criminal Investigator Special Agent, GS-1811, Career Ladder 5/7/9/11/12/13, applicants must meet all GS-1811 Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) Qualification Standards, including Medical Requirements, prior to conversion. Please see http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/IORs/gs1800/1811b.htm (http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/IORs/gs1800/1811b.htm). Applicants failing to meet the medical requirements at the time of their initial medical examination and drug test will be considered ineligible for the position. Existing IRS Special Agents will undergo a periodic medical examination to determine continued fitness for duty.
The IRS Pathways Internship Program provides Federal employment opportunities to students who are enrolled, or accepted for enrollment, as degree seeking students taking at least a half-time academic, technical, or vocational course load in an accredited, technical, vocational, 2- or 4-year college or university, graduate or professional school, the opportunity to work and explore new careers while in school.
This program provides experience that is directly related to your educational program and career goals. If selected, employees are required to maintain a schedule that includes attendance at an accredited school combined with career related work in the agency. The work experience with the agency MUST be related to your academic/career goals.
If selected, you will be placed in a student trainee position, and upon successfully completing the program requirements you may be non-competitively converted to a term, career or career-conditional appointment. The targeted position has been indicated in the vacancy announcement.
Selectees must remain enrolled in school and maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher to remain in the program. Applicants are acknowledging that they understand these requirements with the submission of their application. All conversion requirements will be identified in the Participant Agreement. After meeting the requirements of the Pathways Internship Program, you may qualify for the 1811 Criminal Investigator series based solely on education, experience, or a combination of both. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement:
GS-04 LEVEL: Completion of 2 full academic years of post-high school study or an associate degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
GS-05 LEVEL: Completion of 4 academic years of post-high school leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
GS-07 LEVEL: Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate level education in any field of study. OR Eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement Provision and completion of a bachelor's degree in any field of study.
Specialized experience requirements can be found at: Qualification Standards - IRS Special Agent (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1800/criminal-investigator-treasury-enforcement-agent-1811/)
If converted to a Criminal Investigator, you must be no older than 37 years of age at time of appointment. Possess a valid driver's license. Pass a background and criminal history record check.
In addition to the above, you must meet the definition of a student for the duration of your appointment as follows: An individual accepted for enrollment or enrolled and seeking a degree (high school, college (4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate) in a qualifying and accredited educational institution, on a full or half-time basis (as defined by the institution in which the student is enrolled), including awardees of the Harry S. Truman Foundation Scholarship Program under Public Law 93-842. Students need not be in actual physical attendance, so long as all other requirements are met. An individual who needs to complete less than the equivalent of half an academic/vocational or technical course-load immediately prior to graduating is still considered a student for purposes of this Program. For more information on the education requirements go to Treasury's Pathways Program (http://www.treasury.gov/careers/Pages/pathways-programs.aspx). AND
To be converted into a Criminal Investigator Special Agent, GS-1811, Career Ladder 5/7/9/11/12/13, applicants must meet all GS-1811 Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) Qualification Standards, including Medical Requirements, prior to conversion. Please see http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/IORs/gs1800/1811b.htm (http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/IORs/gs1800/1811b.htm). Applicants failing to meet the medical requirements at the time of their initial medical examination and drug test will be considered ineligible for the position. Existing IRS Special Agents will undergo a periodic medical examination to determine continued fitness for duty.
Thank you for your interest in applying for this position. Your responses to the following questions supplement the information provided in your resume.
1.
PATHWAYS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
To be eligible for the IRS Pathways Internship Program you MUST be enrolled on a full or half-time basis. This is defined by the institution you are enrolled in. If you need to complete less than the equivalent of half an academic/vocational or technical course-load immediately prior to graduating, this is still considered a student for purposes of this Program.
Do you meet this requirement?
To be eligible for the IRS Pathways Internship Program you MUST be enrolled on a full or half-time basis. This is defined by the institution you are enrolled in. If you need to complete less than the equivalent of half an academic/vocational or technical course-load immediately prior to graduating, this is still considered a student for purposes of this Program.
Do you meet this requirement?
2.
Which of the following are you currently enrolled in and/or have been accepted for enrollment?
3.
GRADE 04: You must have completed 2 full academic years of post-high school study or an associate degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
I have completed 2 full academic years of post-high school study or an associate degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
I have completed 2 full academic years of post-high school study or an associate degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
4.
GRADE 05:
You must have completed 4 academic years of post-high school leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
I have completed 4 academic years of post-high school leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
You must have completed 4 academic years of post-high school leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
I have completed 4 academic years of post-high school leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in any field of study.
5.
GRADE 07:
You must have completed 1 full academic year of graduate level education in any field of study. OR
Superior Academic Achievement may be met by having a bachelor's degree, with one of the following: A GPA of 2.95 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all completed undergraduate courses or those completed in the last 2 years of study, or a GPA of 3.45 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all courses in the major field of study or those courses in the major completed in the last 2 years of study, or rank in the upper one third of the class in the college, university, or major subdivision, or membership in a national honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies. Note: Grade point averages should be rounded to one decimal point. For example, 2.95 is rounded to 3.0, and 2.94 is rounded to 2.9. If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) was taken on a pass/fail or similar basis, your claim must be based on class standing or membership in an Honor Society.
Which of the following is true about your education?
You must have completed 1 full academic year of graduate level education in any field of study. OR
Superior Academic Achievement may be met by having a bachelor's degree, with one of the following: A GPA of 2.95 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all completed undergraduate courses or those completed in the last 2 years of study, or a GPA of 3.45 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all courses in the major field of study or those courses in the major completed in the last 2 years of study, or rank in the upper one third of the class in the college, university, or major subdivision, or membership in a national honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies. Note: Grade point averages should be rounded to one decimal point. For example, 2.95 is rounded to 3.0, and 2.94 is rounded to 2.9. If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) was taken on a pass/fail or similar basis, your claim must be based on class standing or membership in an Honor Society.
Which of the following is true about your education?
6.
In order to be eligible to convert to a Criminal Investigator, 1811 series upon successful completion of the Pathways Internship Program, you must meet one of the following Basic Requirements for the 1811 series: The completion of a bachelor's degree which included or was supplemented by at least 15 semester/23 quarter hours in accounting plus an additional 9 semester/14 quarter hours from among the following fields: business law, economics, finance, tax law or money and banking. OR have Successful, responsible accounting and business experience that required knowledge and application of accounting and auditing principles and general business practices, and that demonstrated the ability to analyze and comprehend accounting and bookkeeping records, financial statements, related reports and automated systems. OR have Proof of possession of a CPA certificate (certificate number and date of issuance) obtained through written examination in a State, territory, or the District of Columbia meets the GS-5 level requirements for positions requiring accounting knowledge. Applicants with such certificates may also qualify for higher grade levels based on their education and/or experience.
I understand I must meet these education or experience basic requirement to convert to a CI 1811 Criminal Investigator position upon graduation.
I understand I must meet these education or experience basic requirement to convert to a CI 1811 Criminal Investigator position upon graduation.
7.
I will have enough time left before graduation to complete 480 in-person internship hours prior to graduation?
8.
The intern position is an in-person position at the location selected in this announcement. I certify the location requirement for this student intern position and that any change in location at conversion would require approval of the Criminal Investigation leadership.
9.
Interns are hired under the excepted hiring authority SCH D, 213.3402(B) and on a one-year trial period before converting to a GL-1811 position. Upon conversion, the GL-1811 position requires an additional 3-year probationary period with limited appeal rights.
I understand the student intern trial period and CI 1811 Criminal Investigator 3-year probationary period with limited appeal rights.
I understand the student intern trial period and CI 1811 Criminal Investigator 3-year probationary period with limited appeal rights.
10.
The CI 1811 Criminal Investigator position has a MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE: Provisions of Public Law 93-950 and Public Law 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for original appointments to a law enforcement officer position within the Federal government. The date immediately preceding your 37th birthday is the final date of referral for selection. This age restriction does not apply to those who have previously served in a Federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. Section 8336 (c) provisions and preference eligible veterans.
I certify that I will meet the age requirement or meet the exemption criteria at the time of conversion from the student intern program to the Criminal Investigator position.
I certify that I will meet the age requirement or meet the exemption criteria at the time of conversion from the student intern program to the Criminal Investigator position.
11.
The CI 1811 Criminal Investigator position has a requirement that all medical requirements MUST be met at the time of initial examination/test for conversion to the 1811 Criminal Investigator position. The medical exam includes completing a health history questionnaire and a physical examination by a third-party medical professional. The medical exam will be required prior to conversion date. Applicants failing to meet the medical requirements at the time of their initial examination/test will be considered ineligible for the position.
I certify that I have read the medical requirements for converting to a Criminal Investigator and will meet the requirements four months prior to conversion eligibility.
I certify that I have read the medical requirements for converting to a Criminal Investigator and will meet the requirements four months prior to conversion eligibility.
12.
I understand that upon conversion to a Special Agent, you will be required to routinely carry and maintain proficiency in using a firearm. Are you willing to assume this responsibility?
13.
I understand that upon conversion to a Special Agent, you may be called upon to protect yourself and others. During the course of these activities, you may be required to use deadly force with a firearm. Are you willing to assume this responsibility?
14.
The Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968 (18 U.S.C. 922) makes it unlawful for any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence to ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms or ammunition. This prohibition applies to persons convicted of such misdemeanors at any time. Unlike other provisions of the Gun Control Act, this prohibition applies to all federal, state and local government employees.
A misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is defined as one that includes the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent or guardian of the victim.
Do you currently have charges pending or have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence? *Do not include convictions that have been expunged, set aside, pardoned, or dismissed under federal or state law.
A misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is defined as one that includes the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent or guardian of the victim.
Do you currently have charges pending or have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence? *Do not include convictions that have been expunged, set aside, pardoned, or dismissed under federal or state law.
15.
If you responded "Yes" above, please provide the following information with respect to your charges and/or conviction:
-Court/Jurisdiction (include State & County):
-Docket/Case No.:
-Statute/Charge:
-Court/Jurisdiction (include State & County):
-Docket/Case No.:
-Statute/Charge:
16.
With which of the following activities do you have experience interacting with a disagreeable team member in an academic setting?
17.
With which of the following activities do you have experience interacting with a disagreeable team member in an academic setting?
18.
Which communication methods have you applied in a school or work setting?
19.
Which of the following describes your experience communicating information orally to others in class, a part- or full-time job, and/or internship?
20.
Please select the answer that best describes your history working as a member of a team in college or for an employer.
21.
Which skills have you applied when working as a member of a team?
22.
Which problem-solving techniques have you used to address issues in a formal (i.e., work, academic, volunteer, military) environment?
23.
From the following list of problem-solving activities, please identify all those you have performed in a work, internship, military, or academic setting.
24.
Which of the following describes your history with exercising flexibility?
25.
Which of the following describes your experience managing and adapting your time and workload?
26.
Select the statement(s) that best describe(s) your reasoning experience.
27.
Select the statement(s) that best describes your reasoning (analytical thinking) experience.
28.
Which of the following best describes your decision-making experience?
29.
Which of the following statements describes your decision-making experience?
30.
To qualify for this position and receive full credit for your relevant experience you must list the month/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your resume. Your resume must support your responses to the questions. Do you understand that failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination?
31.
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 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 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.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.