- Position Title
- Criminal Investigator
- Agency
- Pentagon Force Protection Agency
- Announcement Number
- DHA-12751000-25-FM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, June 17, 2025 to Friday, June 27, 2025
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.
- Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
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- Position title;
- Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
- Agency; and,
- Beginning and ending dates of appointment.
3.
You are eligible for this hiring category if you are a spouse of a member of the Armed Forces serving on active duty who has permanent change of station (PCS) orders (not for training).
Documents required to be submitted with Application for Military Spouse Preference Eligible:
(NOTE: DoD agencies may require additional documentation. Please refer to the announcement to ensure that all required documentation is submitted with your application. It is highly recommended that you save all these documents to your USAJOBS account in order to facilitate applying to multiple positions.)
Military Spouses with prior Federal work experience:
- Limited to the geographic area as specified in the PCS orders. This includes the surrounding area which people reasonably can be expected to travel daily to and from work.
- Must relocate with the service member to be eligible.
- Must be currently located in the commuting area to be authorized preference.
Documents required to be submitted with Application for Military Spouse Preference Eligible:
(NOTE: DoD agencies may require additional documentation. Please refer to the announcement to ensure that all required documentation is submitted with your application. It is highly recommended that you save all these documents to your USAJOBS account in order to facilitate applying to multiple positions.)
Military Spouses with prior Federal work experience:
- Narrative resume
- PCS orders
- Marriage certificate or license
- SF-50s, if applicable (e.g., LWOP, highest grade held, overseas appointments, etc.)
- Documentation of performance rating of record (dated within the last 12 months), if applicable
- Signed self-certification checklist
- Veteran's preference documentation (e.g., DD-214, VA letter, Statement of Service), if applicable
- Transcripts, if applicable
- Narrative resume
- PCS orders
- Marriage certificate or license
- Signed self-certification checklist
- Veterans' preference documentation (e.g. DD 214, VA letter, Statement of Service), if applicable
- Transcripts, if applicable
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
Thank you for applying to the Criminal Investigator GS-1811-12/13 (Full Performance Level GS-1811-13), with the Pentagon Force Protection Agency.
We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Occupational Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.
1.
BASIC REQUIREMENT
The Criminal Investigation occupation has specific medical requirements which apply to all positions. The duties of positions in this series require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of these positions are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying.
The Criminal Investigation occupation has specific medical requirements which apply to all positions. The duties of positions in this series require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of these positions are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying.
2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GS-12
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Criminal Investigator at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Criminal Investigator at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector
3.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GS-13
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Criminal Investigator at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Criminal Investigator at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector
This position has Conditions of Employment that must be obtained prior to your start date and maintained for the duration of this employment
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance. Are you willing to meet the security clearance requirements?
5.
This position is subject to pass screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and subsequent random drug screening thereafter. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this testing designated position, the incumbent is to (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if required, submit to urinalysis testing. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
6.
This position is Mission Essential. Mission Essential employees are expected to report for, or remain at, work in dismissal or closure situations due to adverse weather conditions, natural disasters, or other emergency situations (e.g., building closure due to power outage) causing disruptions of government operations, unless otherwise directed by their supervisor. Are you willing to meet the Mission Essential requirement?
7.
The employee may be required to travel extensively outside the continental United States (OCONUS) in combat zones, as well as outside of the assigned office commuting area to conduct investigations with a DoD nexus; attend trainings, meetings and conferences; provide, and/or gather information, and to receive and/or present briefings. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
8.
The incumbent of this position must be in constant state of physical readiness and must be capable of demonstrating maximum physical exertion without warning. Any hesitancy, reluctance, or inability to fully engage in a critical situation that requires full unrestricted physical capabilities could have tragic, if not fatal, consequences. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
9.
The following medical requirements apply to all employees: good near and distant vision, ability to distinguish basic colors, emotional and mental stability, and the ability to hear the conversational voice. In addition, the position requires common physical characteristics and abilities in agility, dexterity, and strength to endure regular and recurring physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, driving, bending, stooping, carrying, or moving heavy or unwieldy objects over 50 pounds, running, climbing, crouching, crawling and kneeling during pursuit possibly in restricted, dark and hot or cold spaces, or defending oneself or others against possible exposure to explosives, chemicals, or other weapons of mass destruction. Are you willing to meet this condition of employment?
10.
This position requires the incumbent to take and pass the annual medical examination. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
11.
The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license from the jurisdiction where he or she resides. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
12.
As an employee representing PFPA, it is essential that the employee always present a professional and competent appearance (unless, performing in authorized under cover operations). Are you willing to meet this condition of employment?
13.
LAUTENBERG AMENDMENT: This position requires the incumbent to carry a firearm. Any person who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, USC Section 992(g)). A felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is generally defined under the statute, as an offense involving the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by the victim's current or former domestic partner, parent or guardian. The term convicted, as defined in the statute, excludes any person whose conviction has been expunged, set-aside or pardoned, or any person whose civil rights have been restored, so long as such restoration does not restrict the shipping, transport, possession or receipt of firearms or ammunition. Candidates who have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence within the meaning of the referenced statutes are not eligible for the position. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
14.
This position falls under the Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) Act. As part of this LEAP Act, the incumbent is required to work for an additional 2 hours per day (10-hour workday), if called upon, in order to receive the 25% Availability Pay allowance as this Act specifies. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
15.
This position is identified as a covered position under the PFPA Civilian Mobility Program, Regulation 1400.24, effective September 28, 2015. This position requires that candidates selected on or after April 18, 2018 must sign a mobility agreement as a condition of employment. PFPA may relocate covered positions and covered employees in permanent changes of duty station between PFPA duty locations in the National Capital Region; Raven Rock Mountain Complex (Adams County, Pennsylvania); Glynco, Georgia; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania or Baltimore, Maryland and potentially other locations to improve mission effectiveness or enhance individual career progression. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
16.
Retention in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all federal, DoD, and Agency directed training requirements. This may include the successful completion a specialized law enforcement training provided by the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) or equivalent approved by PFPA.
Are you willing to meet this requirement?
Are you willing to meet this requirement?
17.
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). In accordance with DoDI 1400.25-V336, January 22, 2015, the maximum entry age for covered primary positions is 37. Applicants for this position must be appointed by the last day of the month in which they become age 37, 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. The age restriction may not apply if you are a preference-eligible veteran, and you are granted a waiver. However, there is no guarantee that an exception will be granted. Do you acknowledge the maximum entry age requirement and are you willing to meet this requirement?
This section assesses your educational background, your work and other experiences in specific factors which relate to the job performance. Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Criminal Investigator, GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service or private sector.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, considering the audience and nature of the information.
19.
Conveys oral presentation in a clear and effective manner to appropriate audiences and stakeholders.
20.
Collaborate with other employees from various functional areas to learn the information, objectives, points of emphasis, and relative degree of importance of various pieces of information to be able to effectively present information and ideas.
21.
Communicate with stakeholders about status and resolution.
22.
Advises leadership on complex matters regarding security or investigative events.
23.
Organizes, expresses, and communicates ideas clearly in writing.
24.
Uses correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling to ensure correspondence is accurate.
25.
Prepares reports in succinct and organized manner to appropriate audiences and stakeholders.
26.
Identifies problems and rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data or other information.
27.
Uses sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternative solutions or recommendations
28.
Analyze information and make correct inferences or draw conclusions.
29.
Identifies problems that require research and recommendations for change to ensure the unit's goals are achieved.
For each knowledge area, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of knowledge using the scale below.
30.
Assess the behavior of the individual victim, witness, or suspect as it relates to the investigation.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
31.
Consult with peers, subject matter experts, witnesses, and/or behavioral psychologists, as necessary, to analyze the behaviors of suspects, potential suspects, and/or victims.
32.
Detect involuntary physical and physiological behaviors during personal contacts to assess abnormal, aberrant, or noteworthy behavior.
33.
Analyze information to identify elements of the crime and determine if there is credible evidence of a crime within the assigned jurisdiction or investigative responsibility.
34.
Assess the events and corroborate or refute statements obtained to develop information for the investigation.
35.
Determine the scope, develop and execute an investigative plan to identify and obtain information probative to the investigation.
36.
Communicate facts, circumstances, and evidence obtained during the investigation to help decision makers determine suitability for prosecution, adjudication, or resolution.
37.
Conduct searches in accordance with established laws, procedures, and regulations to obtain evidence needed to support the investigation.
38.
Document the circumstances and scene of evidence collection using appropriate technique(s) (e.g., narrative, videotape, photography, sketches) to establish a permanent record of the evidence and maintain a chain of custody.
39.
Conduct assessments of the travel route, site, and surrounding areas to identify vulnerabilities and threats.
40.
Conducts assessments of individuals that will come in contact with principals or protected resources to ensure safety.
41.
Coordinate security arrangements before and during operations with military and civil authorities to ensure available resources (e.g., K-9, SWAT and security plan) are used to support the mission.
42.
Establish a Command post, advance team, and follow team to support the mission as needed.
43.
Provide testimony during judicial proceedings
44.
Provide criminal investigative support to trial counsel during the judicial process.
45.
Work with attorneys to develop and focus on case elements.
46.
Prepares affidavits to apply for, obtain, and/or serve subpoenas for records, documents, or testimony pertaining to investigation.
47.
Draft and obtain appropriate legal authorization to execute physical searches (e.g., command search, authority, warrant and subpoena).
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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INTEGRITY CERTIFICATION:
Your ratings in this questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents you submitted. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning; 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and 3) have verified that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability as reflected in your resume. Do you certify the accuracy of your responses?
Your ratings in this questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents you submitted. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning; 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and 3) have verified that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability as reflected in your resume. Do you certify the accuracy of your responses?