About this role
Job SummaryWestern District of Texas - El Paso, TX The selectee of this position serves as a Lead Investigative Analyst. You will be responsible for independently gathering, researching, and analyzing various types of data from federal, state, local, and public agencies and developing reports on a variety of investigative intelligence information to support ongoing investigations.
QualificationsGS-11 TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-9 grade level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 grade level. (Must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. No award SF-50 will be accepted). You may qualify at the GS-1805-11 level, if you fulfill one of the following qualifications: Specialized Experience: One year (52 weeks) of full-time specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the federal service performing duties which includes: 1) Gathering and analyzing various types of data from Federal, state, local and/or public agencies; 2) Monitoring, evaluating and coordinating a variety of warrants, writs, and/or court orders (i.e., for escape prisoners, parole and probation violations, federal warrants, bonds, judge's rulings, etc.); 3) Utilizing law enforcement-related databases to obtain, monitor, update and report on information for investigations, warrants, prisoner data, etc.; 4) Assessing team effectiveness, problem solving, and making recommendations to improve efficacy in work products. (Must be reflected on resume) OR Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. degree, if related. Graduate level education must demonstrate the competencies necessary to do the work of the position. Examples of qualifying fields include: Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Psychology, etc. (Must submit Transcripts) OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience as described above. (Must submit Transcripts) IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE CANNOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR 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.
Major DutiesAs a Lead Investigative Analyst at the GS-1805- 11 level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Leading a team of investigative analysts. Assisting administrative staff in balancing workload and implementing problem solving techniques conducive to viable solutions. Monitoring court orders to ensure that deadlines are met. Providing administrative support and assistance to USMS Criminal Investigators in accomplishing activities for their assigned warrant cases. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.RequirementsMust complete an initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s). This is a bargaining unit position. Must pass a pre-employment security investigation and drug screening. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. Verify Registration here. Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level). Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust background investigation.