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Job SummaryThe United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia's mission is to enforce the criminal laws of the United States and the District of Columbia, represent the interests of the United States in civil litigation, and respond to the public safety needs of the community by leading an effective, well-coordinated law enforcement effort that contributes to the overall goal of improving the quality of life in the District of Columbia.
QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience for the respective grade level in which you are applying: To qualify at the GS-13 level, you must possess: Specialized Experience: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service performing (obtained in either the public or private sectors) ALL of the duties listed below: Utilizing investigative methods to plan or lead investigations in one or more of the following areas: fraud, bribery and public corruption, national security related offenses, cybercrimes, money laundering, violent crimes, domestic violence and sexual offenses; Drafting search warrants and other complex written products without significant supervisory oversight to identify and conduct necessary investigative steps to secure convictions for criminal offenses; Utilizing federal and local laws, policies, precedents and regulations to recognize, seize or preserve evidence; Testifying in local and federal courts and before local and federal grand juries. Motor Vehicle Operator's License: Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license while employed in the position and will be required to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable OPM regulations and related requirements of the Department of Justice. Physical 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. Incumbent must possess sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without glasses, in order to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, glasses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. The ability of the incumbent to hear the conversational voice and whispered speech is required. Any hearing impairment may be compensated for by use of a hearing aid. 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. Firearms Qualification: Must qualify with and carry a firearm. Lautenberg Amendment: This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, U.S.C., Section 922(g)(9)). Candidates who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not qualified for this position. Candidates under consideration will be required to certify whether they have ever been convicted of such an offense. False or fraudulent information provided by candidates is criminally punishable by fine or imprisonment. (Title 18, U.S.C., Section 1001). IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT 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. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. You 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; recommended SF-50s include promotions and step increases (within grade increases).
Major DutiesThis Criminal Investigator plans, coordinates, and conducts criminal investigations of moderate to significant complexity - building cases as the lead agent as well as supporting a variety of federal, state, and local law enforcement partners. This is a primary law enforcement position and will exercise the full scope of federal law enforcement authority for matters investigated and prosecuted by the United States Attorney's Office (USAO) for the District of Columbia, pursuant to statutory authority under Public Law 91-358, as well as designation as a Special Deputy United States Marshal. If selected for this position, you will join the Criminal Investigations Unit, a well-respected team of special agents and investigative analysts responsible for providing support to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia, focusing in the areas of criminal investigations, and law enforcement. Typical work assignments will include: Planning, coordinating, and conducting criminal investigation into offenses against the United States and the DC Code. Seeking, obtaining, and executing search and arrest warrants. Locating and interviewing victims, witnesses, and subjects - using a variety of techniques to gain cooperation with the criminal justice process. Locating, securing, and utilizing a variety of evidence to advance criminal investigations. Working closely with Assistant United States Attorneys throughout the lifecycle of investigations to secure criminal convictions. Testifying in a variety of proceedings, including before grand juries, in other hearings, and at trial. Developing investigations related to violent crime and gun violence using a wide range of sources, including open-source information, digital evidence, cooperating defendants, and collaboration with other law enforcement entities.