Supervisory Criminal Investigator

Summary

This vacancy is for a GS-1811-14, Supervisory Criminal Investigator located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, CGIS POLYGRAPH DIVISION in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia. Duty location is negoitable.

Duties

You will serve as a Supervisory Criminal Investigator and be responsible for the conduct and oversight of highly sensitive polygraph examinations and the delivery of advanced investigative support. This includes pre-employment screening, criminal investigations, and national security matters. The position's duties entail fieldwork, analytical review, team coordination, and frequent interaction with the Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS) leadership and law enforcement partners. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Assure subordinates are trained with the provisions of their certifications and Coast Guard and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mandated training. Serve as CGIS's subject matter expert (SME) on polygraph matters in inter-agency, intergovernmental, and internal briefings. Provide input into certification decisions, including recommendations to approve, deny, or withdraw CGIS polygraph certification. Developing performance improvement plans and recommending personnel actions. This is a "Primary Position" as defined in 5 CFR 842.802 in that the work may require arduous physical exertion, carriage of weapons, and investigative activity where the element of physical danger and rigorous duty may be present. This position is covered by the Law Enforcement Retirement System. In accordance with Public Law 100-328 and Departmental Personnel Management Letter 338-2, candidates for law enforcement positions can not have reached their 37th birthday prior to the date of referral on a Certificate of eligible for a federal civilian law enforcement position. In unusual situations, a waiver may be authorized by the USCG Commandant up to age 39. An individual who has passed the maximum entry age limit, but previously served in a covered position, may be eligible for consideration and reinstatement of coverage if he will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered law enforcement service by the time he reaches the mandatory retirement day of 57. See OPM Retirement Handbook for further details. The Maximum Entry Age requirement may be waived for applicants eligible for veterans' preference. (See Maximum Entry-Age Requirements for Veterans' Preference Eligibles.) This position requires a mobility agreement. The selectee will be required to sign a mobility agreement indicating their willingness to accept reassignment to positions in other duty locations as determined by and based on the needs of the Coast Guard Investigative Service. The mobility agreement must be signed during pre-appointment and will remain as a condition of employment. The incumbent must carry firearms and maintain proficiency in their care and use. Therefore, the position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment, 18 U.S.C. Section 922(g)(9) and selectee will be required to certify whether they have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. False or fraudulent information provided by candidates is criminally punishable by fine or imprisonment (Title 18, USC., Section 1001). This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical which certifies that you are physically and medically qualified to perform the full duties of the position. Please see the GS-1811 Medical Requirements. Results of a recent (up to one-year old) physical examination must be provided prior to appointment. Determination as to sufficiency of medical record will be made at time of appointment.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: Individual Occupational Requirements: Medical RequirementsThe 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. AND To qualify at the GS-14 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the federal government or private sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis. Conducting criminal investigations into complex offenses involving CG personnel, assets, facilities, or operations. Evaluating crime scenes, physical evidence, and related data to determine structure of polygraph examinations. Preparing and presenting investigative findings to CGIS leadership. Recommending enhancements to polygraph protocols in formulating long-term polygraph policies and initiatives. NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.