Only a few locations. Announcement closes May 1.
Job Title:CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR
Department:Department of the Navy
Agency:Secretary of the Navy/Assistant for Administration (DON/AA)
Hiring Organization:NAVAL CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIVE SERVICE
Job Announcement Number:NW51811-07-13920634I099769
SALARY RANGE:
$39,282.00 to $49,677.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:
Tuesday, April 28, 2015 to Friday, May 1, 2015
SERIES & GRADE:
GL-1811-07
POSITION INFORMATION:
Full Time - Excepted Service Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
13
DUTY LOCATIONS:
Many vacancies in the following location(s):
Camp Pendleton, CA View Map
San Diego, CA View Map
Mayport, FL View Map
Great Lakes, IL View Map
Camp Lejeune, NC View Map
More Locations (3)
WHO MAY APPLY:
Qualified U.S. Citizens: Current Federal employees and applicants eligible for veteran's preference receive selection priority.
SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Top Secret
SUPERVISORY STATUS:
No
JOB SUMMARY:
The Navy and Marine Corps team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. From pipefitters to accountants, scientists to engineers, doctors to nurses-the careers and opportunities to make a difference are endless. Civilian careers-where purpose and patriotism unite!
Employment at the Naval Criminal Investigative Service requires the highest degree of honesty, integrity, and unequivocal trustworthiness. Failure to provide complete, accurate, honest, and verifiable information during the application process for this position will immediately demonstrate a deficiency in these character traits. If information provided during the application process is found to be inaccurate or inflated, you will be removed from consideration.
Department of the Navy's military and civilian personnel, property and information against terrorism, espionage and crime. NCIS Special Agents serve wherever U.S. Navy and Marine Corps active duty members and Department of the Navy civilians are serving in defense of our nation. To accomplish their mission, NCIS Special Agents routinely operate world-wide from Navy and Marine Corps installations, accompany deployed forces in support of military operations, and serve at sea aboard U.S. Navy combatant vessels. NCIS is looking for the highest caliber men and women with demonstrated traits such as unimpeachable integrity, sound judgment, high initiative, unequivocal trustworthiness, unquestionable loyalty, critical thinking, strong written and verbal communication skills, resiliency and adaptability. NCIS seeks these people to serve as Special Agents so that they can successfully meet the current needs, as well as adapt with the ever-changing demands of the 21st century threat environment.
Salary will be determined based on the location of the position. Special Agents receive 25% Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) which is added to their base salary and locality pay. To receive LEAP, an NCIS Special Agent must work an annual average of two or more hours unscheduled duty per scheduled workday.
Norfolk, VA; Camp Lejeune, NC; Mayport, FL ($44,844 - $56,711)
San Diego, CA; Camp Pendleton, CA ($48,742 - $61,694)
Great Lakes, IL($49,142 - $62,146)
Newport, RI($49,024 - $61,997)
Silverdale, WA($47,849 - $60,512)
Important Note: This is an entry level position. All final offers will be at the GL-07 grade level. Final offers for current Federal employees who currently hold a higher grade level (e.g. GS-09,GS-11, etc.) will be at the "highest rate of previous pay" within theGL-07 grade level. Therefore, the maximum level is GL-07/Step 10.
TRAVEL REQUIRED
Occasional Travel
Travel is dependent upon position description and availability of funding.
RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
No
KEY REQUIREMENTS
You must be a US Citizen.
Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal & Regulatory Guidance.
Suitable for Federal employment as determined by background investigation.
Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
This position is a Drug Testing Designated Position (TDP).
You must obtain and maintain a security clearance
DUTIES:
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The positions in this vacancy announcement will be filled no later than 21 Sep 15. Applicants who successfully complete the process need to anticipate receiving final offers circa 22Aug15 and be prepared to report to their office of assignment by 20 Sep 15.
Please note that several aspects of the special agent application process require applicants to be appear in-person; however, there is no practical means of making advance determinations regarding dates. Therefore, applicants need to plan on being available for 4 to 5 separate events during the period of 18 May 15-07 Aug 15.
Specifically, in order to be considered for this vacancy announcement, applicants must be available during below listed time-frames so that all required steps can be completed:
1. In-person interviews during the period of 18 May 15 to 12 Jun 15;
2. Pre-employment polygraph examinations during the period of 19 May15-31 Jul 15;
3. Pre-employment physicals and urinalysis during the period of 01 Jun 15-07 Aug 15.
In view of the abbreviated time-frame, the ability to adjust scheduling will be extremely limited. Applicants who know or anticipate being unavailable for any phase of the hiring process and/or being unable to accept a final offer within the above stated time-frame are advised to wait for the next vacancy announcement.
Applicants selected for processing will be disqualified from further consideration if they subsequently fail to appear for any required step. Additionally, these applicants may have to wait 12 months before being eligible to reapply.
During the course of their careers, Special Agents carry out assignments in both investigations and protection, and need to expect to be assigned to multiple duty stations throughout the U.S. and abroad during the course of a career. The following are the primary duties of this position at the full performance level:
Conduct reactive criminal investigations of alleged violations of Federal laws and regulations related to crimes such as arson, sexual assault, child abuse, bribery, fraud, murder, larceny, burglary, narcotic violations, espionage, and terrorism.
Conduct proactive operations designed to reduce criminal activity utilizing special techniques designed to protect Department of the Navy (DON) military members and their families, civilian employees, resources, and assets.
Process crime scenes, seize evidence and maintain it under a chain of custody.
Interview witnesses and victims, and interrogate suspects.
Apprehend and arrest persons.
Employ specialized investigative techniques such as surveillance, oral & wire intercepts, and forensic analysis.
Formulate investigative plans, identify initial logical leads, continue to develop and pursue additional logical leads and ultimately complete all logical leads in order to resolve criminal investigations.
Document investigative work through written reports of investigation, and statements.
Prepare and present sworn affidavits and warrants.
Use various law enforcement databases and resources to develop leads and corroborate information.
Conduct liaison with Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies in order to facilitate exchanges of information.
Testify as a government witness in court settings in criminal cases, and at administrative hearings in non-criminal cases.
Develop and maintain relationships with foreign law enforcement agencies in order to enhance the safety of deployed DON assets.
Utilize multi-disciplinary resources, both internal and external to NCIS and leverage capabilities offered by cyber, intelligence analysis, technical investigative tools, general criminal investigations, and combating terrorism.
Provide crime prevention and counterintelligence awareness briefings to various audiences.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
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In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.
For the GL-07 level: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector applying investigative or analytical fact finding methods or techniques to criminal or fraudulent activities. Specialized experience is defined as experience that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled and has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities, to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of qualifying experience include the following:
· Conducting routine investigations for developmental purposes, or as part of a team or task force
· Serving subpoenas
· Preparing affidavits
· Participating in the execution of search warrants
· Seizing evidence
· Conducting interviews and/or interrogations
· Taking sworn statements from suspects and witnesses
· Conducting routine surveillance
· Testifying in court as a witness to events or to explain basic procedures
· Preparing reports of routine investigations
· Assisting in arrests
Or
Completion of one full year of graduate education
Or
Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree with superior academic achievement.
Or
A combination of experience and education as described above that equates to one year of experience
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1800/criminal-investigation-series-1811/ and http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-ADMIN.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE : Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire. To preview this questionnaire and determine if your experience matches the skills required for this position, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
EDUCATION:
Are you using your education to qualify? For positions requiring positive education requirements, or if you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college courses which includes equivalent information from the transcript (course title, semester/quarter hours, and grade/degree earned). See OPM's General Policies for information on crediting education.
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the qualification requirements if the applicant can provide documentation indicating that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide such evidence when applying for further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
REQUIREMENTS:
A security clearance is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a position offer or removal. If you possess a security clearance, please indicate the level and termination date in your resume.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the applicant fails to report to the scheduled drug test appointment. Incumbents of drug testing designated positions will be subject to random testing. Drug test results will be provided to the employing activity/command.
The maximum entry age for law enforcement officer positions is 37 years old (not applicable to applicants with veteran's preference). Individuals who are past the maximum entry age limit, but previously served in a Federal law enforcement position, may be reinstated. Additional information may be obtained from http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/140025_vol336.pdf
Medical Requirements . 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. Possess visual acuity or corrected to no worse than 20/20 in one eye and 20/30 in the other eye. Color vision is required. 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, emotional, or mental condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying.
This position requires access to firearms or ammunition. The Federal government is prohibited from employing individuals in such position who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002.
This position requires the completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities/competencies:
1. Knowledge of Laws and Regulations Governing Criminal Investigations
2. Investigative Techniques
3. Oral Communication
4. Written Communication
5. Fact Finding
6. Analytical Skills
7. Interpersonal Skills
If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
BENEFITS:
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Department of the Navy offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and a 401K-type retirement plan. More information can be found at:
http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Benefits/Pages/Default.aspx
OTHER INFORMATION:
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
Acceptance of an excepted service appointment from applicants in the competitive service will require a written statement of understanding when voluntarily leaving the competitive service. All new employees will need to complete a one-year trial period if not previously completed in the competitive or other excepted services.
Vacancies filled from announcements covering multiple grade levels may be filled at any grade level listed.
This position has promotion potential to the GS-13 grade level. If selected below the full performance level, incumbent may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.
ICTAP does not apply to Excepted Service positions.
The Department of the Navy is a Drug Free Workplace employer. Selectee of this position will be subject to drug testing prior to employment and periodic random testing after entering on duty. Incumbent may also be subjected to drug testing based on reasonable suspicion of illegal drug use.
An offer of employment may be rescinded if the selectee fails to report to any of the scheduled appointments, fails the medical/agility/drug test, lacks the certification requirements, or is unable to obtain a security clearance.
This Position is subject to Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Relocation expenses will NOT be authorized.
Highest Previous Rate maybe be authorized.
Selectee is required to participate in the Department of Defense direct deposit of pay program.
The Department of the Navy uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Federal Annuitant Information:
The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at:
http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf
Veteran's Preference Information:
http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/Vet_%20Preference_Statement.pdf
HOW TO APPLY:
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To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Complete Resume.
- Complete Assessment Questionnaire. View Occupational Questionnaire.
- Other supporting documentation as required. Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS"section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit.
Your complete application (resume, assessment questionnaire, and all supporting documents) must be submitted by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Friday, May 01, 2015.
If more than one resume is received, only the last resume received and processed will be reviewed.
If you upload your documents, do not fax the same documents.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account: https://mydon.usajobs.gov/Account/Login select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
If you are unable to apply online or unable to upload your supporting documents follow the directions located at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/Application_Info_How_to_Apply_via_Fax.pdf
This Vacancy ID is 1392063.
Do not email or send hard copy resumes/applications to the Contact Information or Agency Information listed in this vacancy announcement. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will be destroyed and will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.
**It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, whether uploaded or faxed, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. **
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The documents you are required to submit vary based on what you are claiming (i.e., applying as a veteran or disabled veteran, applying as a military spouse, etc). Please review the following link to see if there are any documents you need to provide:
http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/ApplicantChecklist_External.pdf
The following documents are required for a complete application package (resume, assessment questionnaire and required documents listed below. Copies are sufficient):
· Resume showing relevant experience (cover letter optional).
· Completed assessment questionnaire (part of the online application).
· Complete Background Security Questionnaire.
· Current Federal Employees: SF-50 or other documentation reflecting a Notification of Personnel Action.
· Veterans Preference applicants must provide: DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, "showing all dates of service, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). The member 4 copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," is preferable.
Background Security Questionnaire can found at:
http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/NCIS_Background_Security_Questionnaire.docx
Office Preference Sheet is an optional form, it can be found at:
http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/NCIS_Office_Preference_Sheet.pdf
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
DON Employment Info Center EIC
Phone: (800)378-4559
TDD: 858-577-5723
Email: DONEIC@NAVY.MIL
Agency Information:
63285 NAVAL CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIVE SERVICE
27130 Telegraph Road
Quantico, VA
22134
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your level of knowledge, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements.
If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified.
Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
Stay informed of changes to your application status by signing up for automatic email alerts at: https://www.usajobs.gov/Applicant/Application/ListApplications.
Additional Duty Location Info
Many vacancies in the following locations:
Camp Pendleton, CA View Map
San Diego, CA View Map
Mayport, FL View Map
Great Lakes, IL View Map
Camp Lejeune, NC View Map
Newport, RI View Map
Norfolk, VA View Map
Silverdale, WA View Map
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