This position is located in the National Credit Union Administration, Office of Inspector General, Office of Investigations. This position serves as the Director of Investigations.
Summary
This position is located in the National Credit Union Administration, Office of Inspector General, Office of Investigations. This position serves as the Director of Investigations.
Current and former federal employees with competitive status, reinstatement eligibles, Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligibles, Veterans (VEOA and 30% disabled), and special non-competitive appointment eligibles (e.g., persons with disabilities, certain military spouses, Peace Corps and Vista volunteers, etc.).
An ideal candidate is a criminal investigator who has worked in a federal Office of Inspector General for at least five years. As a Director of Investigations, you will:
Oversee the day-to-day operation OIG's investigative program. This program investigates allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, or misconduct by employees and contractors of the NCUA, as well as actions by individuals who are associated with these employees.
Formulate, implement, and evaluate investigative policies, strategies, priorities, and goals based upon an analysis of new or revised regulations, policies, Federal statutes, and procedures affecting NCUA programs and operations. Determine additional actions that may be required or desirable and develop budget and program planning documents as necessary or required.
Plan, schedule, and perform complex investigations of a very sensitive and critical nature.
Analyze testimony and documentary evidence and draw conclusions about the quality of the evidence to prove criminal, civil, or administrative violations.
Review all OIG Hotline claims of inefficiencies or wrongdoings. As appropriate, recommend appropriate OIG action or, alternatively, refer to appropriate NCUA office for action.
Suitable adjudication of background/security investigation is required.
Drug testing is required.
Financial disclosure is required.
A probationary/trial period may be required.
Must be able to maintain and obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
If selected, applicants will be required to provide certification/documentation or undergo a pre-employment physical exam to meet the medical requirement.
Qualifications
An ideal candidate is a criminal investigator who has worked in a federal Office of Inspector General for at least five years.
You must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in federal service in order to qualify for this position.
To qualify at the CU-14 level, you must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the CU/GS-13 level in federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience is defined as experience:
1. Conducting investigations and obtaining and analyzing information from a variety of sources;
2. Analyzing and preparing investigative reports in accordance with accepted investigative standards, guidelines, and practices; and
3. Evaluating investigative policies, strategies, and goals for an agency/organization.
In addition to meeting the specialized experience, candidates must meet the following requirements:
Training Requirement:This position requires that you have successfully completed the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Criminal Investigator Training Program in Glynco, GA, or comparable basic criminal investigator training such as that conducted by the FBI or DEA. Applicants who are not currently occupying a 1811 Criminal Investigator position must provide certification to verify completion of required training.
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. 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. If selected, applicants will be required to provide certification/documentation or undergo a pre-employment physical exam to meet the medical requirement.
You must meet the qualifications for this position by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
Education cannot be substituted for experience.
Additional information
Pay will be set within the advertised pay range to align with the selectee's skills and experience and the requirements of the position.
SALARY: Pay will be set using NCUA's compensation policy. The salary range shown is NCUA's Local Pay Rate (LPR) which includes a locality rate of 42.87% for the Alexandria, Virginia geographical area.
SELECTIVE SERVICE: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. You may register or check status of your registration by visiting the Selective Service website at: http://www.sss.gov/.
This position is not in the bargaining unit.
NCUA IS A COMPETITIVE SERVICE FEDERAL AGENCY.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
First, your application package will be reviewed for completeness (resume, completed assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation). You will not be considered if you fail to submit all the required documents as outlined in this vacancy announcement.
Second, if you have a complete application package, your resume will be reviewed to determine if you meet the basic qualifications and specialized experience requirements (see "Qualification" section). You must provide specific details in your resume as to how your experience meets the specialized experience.
Third, your resume and supporting documentation may be compared to your responses to the assessment questions. The numerical rating you receive is based on your responses to the questions. If upon review it is determined that your resume and supporting documentation do not support your responses to the questions, your numerical rating may be adjusted and you may be excluded from consideration for this position.
If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, your application will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. To preview the application questionnaire, please click here:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10476897.
Applicants selected for interview will be required to provide a writing sample of a investigative report that they independently authored. Applicants must provide the name and contact information of a supervisor who can provide specific information and references regarding the applicants performance in developing and writing the investigation report.
The self-assessment questions have been developed to evaluate your competency in the following areas:
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
VETERANS: If you wish to be considered under an applicable Veteran's Authority such as (VEOA, 30% or more Disabled vet, VRA, etc.), you must submit a copy of your Veteran's Documentation (DD-214 (member 4 copy preferred, however documentation provided must contain dates and character of service), VA letter, SF-15).
If you are a current active duty military member who does not have a DD214 and is claiming preference under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating that you will be discharged or released under honorable conditions from active duty within 120 days from the date on the certification. Certifications must be on letterhead from the appropriate military branch and include the following information: military dates of service and expected discharge or release date, character of service, military rank, type of discharge and date when terminal leave will begin. Certifications must be signed by, or by direction of military members' military personnel offices, unit commanders or higher headquarters.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATION: To receive consideration for a special appointment authority (severely disabled, Peace Corps or Vista volunteers,certain military spouses, etc.) you must submit all required documents supporting your claim.
SF-50: Current and former federal employees must submit a Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50, that indicates grade, status, tenure and the full performance level (FPL) of the position held. Please do not submit an SF-50 for a cash/time off award.
Please Note: Current permanent NCUA employees are not required to submit a Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50). Status will be confirmed by the Agency.
CTAP/ICTAP: Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof of their eligibility:
Copy of agency notice;
Most recent performance rating; and
SF-50 noting current position, grade level and duty location.
To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced federal employees must receive an 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position. For additional information, click CTAP .
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package which includes:
1. Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, pay plan and grade level (for Federal positions), dates of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents:
Cover Letter, optional
Applicants who are not currently occupying a 1811 Criminal Investigator position must provide certification to verify completion of required Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Criminal Investigator Training or comparable basic criminal investigator training.
Most recent SF-50 or Notification of Personnel Action showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held (if applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal Service)
DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty for veterans for consideration under veteran hiring authorities.
Non-competitive appointment authority documentation, if applicable.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation, if applicable (e.g. Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force (RIF) Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
Please Be Aware: During the application process, you will be asked a series of eligibility questions. Your eligibility for consideration will be based upon your responses to the eligibility questionnaire only. If you answer "no" to all eligibility questions for this position, your application will be rated as ineligible and you will not be considered for this position. If you have any questions about which eligibility applies to your situation, please call the HR Servicing Specialist indicated on the announcement.
YOUR APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ( i.e. TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATIONS, etc.) MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59:59 P.M. EST ON 05/08/2019 TO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
YOUR RESUME MUST provide specific details as to how your experience meets the specialized experience as described in the vacancy announcement. When describing your experience in your resume, please be specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Please ensure that your resume includes the grade (if you are a current or previous federal employee), month, and year that you began and ended for each position held; otherwise the position may not be credited toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. Failure to provide details will result in an ineligible rating.
YOUR RESUME MUST support your responses to the online questionnaire. Failure to provide support may result in a lower rating and/or you may be excluded from consideration. Your latest resume submitted for this vacancy announcement will be used to determine qualifications and supersedes previous submissions.
The preferred method to apply is online. If an alternate method is needed, please click on the following link for detailed instructions: Alternate Application Method.
National Credit Union Administration
1775 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application. You can check the status of your application by logging back into your USAJOBS account.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
VETERANS: If you wish to be considered under an applicable Veteran's Authority such as (VEOA, 30% or more Disabled vet, VRA, etc.), you must submit a copy of your Veteran's Documentation (DD-214 (member 4 copy preferred, however documentation provided must contain dates and character of service), VA letter, SF-15).
If you are a current active duty military member who does not have a DD214 and is claiming preference under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating that you will be discharged or released under honorable conditions from active duty within 120 days from the date on the certification. Certifications must be on letterhead from the appropriate military branch and include the following information: military dates of service and expected discharge or release date, character of service, military rank, type of discharge and date when terminal leave will begin. Certifications must be signed by, or by direction of military members' military personnel offices, unit commanders or higher headquarters.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATION: To receive consideration for a special appointment authority (severely disabled, Peace Corps or Vista volunteers,certain military spouses, etc.) you must submit all required documents supporting your claim.
SF-50: Current and former federal employees must submit a Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50, that indicates grade, status, tenure and the full performance level (FPL) of the position held. Please do not submit an SF-50 for a cash/time off award.
Please Note: Current permanent NCUA employees are not required to submit a Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50). Status will be confirmed by the Agency.
CTAP/ICTAP: Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof of their eligibility:
Copy of agency notice;
Most recent performance rating; and
SF-50 noting current position, grade level and duty location.
To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced federal employees must receive an 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position. For additional information, click CTAP .
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package which includes:
1. Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, pay plan and grade level (for Federal positions), dates of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents:
Cover Letter, optional
Applicants who are not currently occupying a 1811 Criminal Investigator position must provide certification to verify completion of required Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Criminal Investigator Training or comparable basic criminal investigator training.
Most recent SF-50 or Notification of Personnel Action showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held (if applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal Service)
DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty for veterans for consideration under veteran hiring authorities.
Non-competitive appointment authority documentation, if applicable.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation, if applicable (e.g. Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force (RIF) Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
Please Be Aware: During the application process, you will be asked a series of eligibility questions. Your eligibility for consideration will be based upon your responses to the eligibility questionnaire only. If you answer "no" to all eligibility questions for this position, your application will be rated as ineligible and you will not be considered for this position. If you have any questions about which eligibility applies to your situation, please call the HR Servicing Specialist indicated on the announcement.
YOUR APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ( i.e. TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATIONS, etc.) MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59:59 P.M. EST ON 05/08/2019 TO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
YOUR RESUME MUST provide specific details as to how your experience meets the specialized experience as described in the vacancy announcement. When describing your experience in your resume, please be specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Please ensure that your resume includes the grade (if you are a current or previous federal employee), month, and year that you began and ended for each position held; otherwise the position may not be credited toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. Failure to provide details will result in an ineligible rating.
YOUR RESUME MUST support your responses to the online questionnaire. Failure to provide support may result in a lower rating and/or you may be excluded from consideration. Your latest resume submitted for this vacancy announcement will be used to determine qualifications and supersedes previous submissions.
The preferred method to apply is online. If an alternate method is needed, please click on the following link for detailed instructions: Alternate Application Method.
National Credit Union Administration
1775 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application. You can check the status of your application by logging back into your USAJOBS account.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
