Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from internal employees of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory on a permanent or competitive Term appointment, other permanent Federal employees who have completed a 1-year probationary period, and reinstatement eligibles. Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the Armed Forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply.

As the Deputy Director, Office of Investigations, you will assist the Director in providing leadership and direction for all activities of the Office of Investigations which serves as an independent investigative unit within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). You will be responsible for the management, direction and conduct of investigations of all allegations of "wrongdoing" by licensees, their contractors, vendors, and license applicants. You will assist the Director in the direction and management of the investigative program to ensure that investigations are conducted, documented, and finalized in accordance with applicable Federal laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines. You will also serve as a principal point of contact with the Department of Justice for referral of cases within their purview. This position authorizes you to carry a firearm if deputized as a Special Deputy United States Marshal under the blanket Deputation provision of the U.S. Marshals Service. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (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.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• This is a Drug Testing position.
• Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires.

You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.

As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee’s duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law.  If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination by November 22, 2021 or before appointment or onboarding with the agency, if after November 22.  Information on the vaccination documentation needed may be found at the Safer Federal Workforce website: https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/.  The agency will provide information on our process to request a legally required exception from this requirement when we extend an offer.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

1. Thorough knowledge of criminal investigative techniques and procedures. (Describe specific experience, training, and developmental assignments which have provided you with knowledge of investigative techniques as well as the laws of evidence and the rules of federal criminal procedure. Describe how you have applied this knowledge and for what purpose.)
2. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage investigations. (Example: Describe specific experience, training, and developmental assignments which demonstrate your skill in managing investigations to conclusion concerning alleged or suspected violations of Federal laws and agency regulations, including those of relevance to the NRC, such as false statements, substitution of counterfeit parts, whistleblower discrimination, records falsification, etc.)
3. Extensive knowledge of the relationship between criminal and civil investigative jurisdictions of various Federal, state and local agencies. (Describe specific experience, training and developmental assignments which have provided you with the knowledge and understanding of the interaction/relationship between the various Federal, state and local investigative agencies and their criminal and civil jurisdictions. Provide examples of how this knowledge/experience helped you achieve your mission.)
4. Demonstrated ability to provide supervisory or leadership experience, including initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision and be responsible for the results of activities. (Describe specific accomplishments, experience, and training which demonstrates your ability to lead groups of investigators (i.e., as a supervisor or in a team lead position, if applicable) to accomplish the group's mission. Address your accomplishments in resolving varying positions into a common position supported by all, in initiating actions that provided better positions supported by all, in initiating actions that provided better means of accomplishing a mission or began an important function, and in establishing effective working relationships at all levels that aided you in achieving your objectives, solving problems, and resolving conflicts.)
5. Demonstrated skills in communicating information, ideas and advice in a clear, concise, and logical manner, both orally and in writing.  (Describe specific experience, training, and accomplishments that demonstrate your communication skills. Describe in detail your ability to lead complex technical discussions and consolidate complex and diverse opinions into concise presentations; work in a team or group atmosphere; formulate balanced and well-founded recommendations; establish effective work-relationships with colleagues, supervisors, other government and industry officials and coordinate public meetings. Describe the kinds of oral and written presentations you have made within and outside the Agency, including published technical documents you have authored. List presentations you have made to outside groups including professional organizations, advisory groups, the public, and Congress.)

In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GG-14) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience includes experience that demonstrates progressively responsible criminal investigative experience indicating a thorough knowledge of investigative techniques, laws of evidence and rules of criminal procedure. This knowledge is equivalent to that gained by the completion of an undergraduate program leading to a baccalaureate degree supplemented by 10 years of experience as a criminal investigator in a Federal law enforcement agency. You must possess a thorough knowledge of relevant sections of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, as well as those of Title 18 U.S. Code. At least one year of this experience must have been at the next lower grade level or equivalent.

A description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the qualifications desired in an ideal candidate should be addressed in your resume and additional space provided for supplemental response.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume to determine your level of knowledge, skill and ability related to the job requirements. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager. Please keep in mind your resume is of key importance for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.