Criminal Investigator – OIG New York - R024174

　　Primary Location : DC-Washington

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　　Employee Status : Regular

　　Overtime Status : Exempt

　　Job Type : Standard

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　　Relocation Provided: : No

　　Compensation Grade Low: : FR PAY GRADE 26

　　Compensation Grade High: : FR PAY GRADE 27

　　Minimum Salary: : $123,500.00

　　Maximum Salary: : $201,630

　　Posting Date : Jan 23, 2024

　　Position Description

　　Minimum Education

　　Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

　　Minimum Experience

　　4

　　Summary

　　Plans, conducts, and in some assignments, leads complex and sensitive criminal investigations of suspected violations of federal criminal laws. Conducts investigations of suspected breaches of other laws, regulations, and policies. Participates in activities designed to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse in programs and operations of the Board, to include Board delegated functions. Operates the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Hotline.

　　Position Requirements

　　SUMMARY

　　Plans, conducts, and in some instances, leads complex criminal, civil, or administrative cases involving alleged or suspected violations of federal law or applicable policies relating to the programs or operations of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Advises OIG senior management and Board, CFPB, and Federal Reserve System (System) officials regarding investigative activities and results, through both effective oral communication and well written, detailed reports. Participates in activities designed to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse in Board and CFPB programs and operations, such as providing educational briefings to Board and CFPB staff.

　　EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

　　At the FR-26 grade, bachelor’s degree or higher in law enforcement, business administration, accounting, or a similar area, or equivalent experience, and four or more years of progressive specialized investigative experience obtained in an OIG or similar program where investigations include complex cases of fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement. Practical knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, methods, and procedures, including methods of interviewing and interrogating suspects and witnesses, locating and assembling documentary evidence, and reconstructing accounts and records in the absence of an established information or audit trail. Ability to obtain information and develop evidence by observation, interview, and examination of records and data. Able to gain the confidence and cooperation of others by exercising a high degree of tact, diplomacy, resourcefulness, and judgment. Ability to handle unusual demands and situations, make quick decisions, and adapt prescribed procedures to a new situation. Knowledge of information technology and its applicable to investigative procedures and methods. Ability to guide, direct, control, mentor, and train less experienced staff assigned to investigative projects, so they may handle the demands of their assignments.

　　In addition, at the FR-27 grade, bachelor’s degree or higher in law enforcement, business administration, accounting, or a similar area, or equivalent experience, and five or more years of progressive specialized investigative experience obtained in an OIG or similar program where investigations include complex cases of fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement. Experience in a professional staff position in an OIG and/or experience in finance, accounting, economics, or banking is preferred. Comprehensive knowledge and proven experience in the application of investigative principles, techniques, methods, and procedures, particularly for “white collar” crimes, including methods of interviewing and interrogating suspects and witnesses, locating and assembling documentary evidence, and reconstructing accounts and records in the absence of an established information or audit trail. Possesses a general or working knowledge of commercial banking, the bank examination process, or financial fraud examination and a general or working knowledge of investigating computer-related crimes. Able to use ingenuity and resourcefulness in planning investigations, which will often be complicated by obscure leads, few visible records, conflicting evidence and other barriers, including language and custom obstacles.

　　Appointment to the position will be conditioned upon a medical examination, and upon entry into the position, incumbents will be required to demonstrate medical and physical qualifications on a regular and recurring basis to determine fitness for duty. Must have completed or be able to complete the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center or have successfully completed other comparable training. Must be qualified or able to qualify to use firearms and intermediate weapons and continue to meet periodic firearms qualification standards. Continuing employment is conditioned upon ability to employ defensive tactics to control an adversary while participating in the conduct of an arrest or search. Must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret personnel security clearance, and must pass drug testing. Must possess and maintain a valid drivers’ license to operate a motor vehicle. Prefer Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Public Accountant, or other related professional certification.

　　Ability to (1) manage a criminal investigative caseload, particularly “white collar” crimes, that may entail investigative matters ranging from the routine to complex and technical issues that require extensive planning and coordination with other investigative and audit units, and devising and improvising ways and means of accomplishing goals efficiently and expeditiously; (2) assist in guiding, directing, controlling, mentoring, and training subordinate criminal investigators, so they may handle the demands of their assignments; (3) develop and maintain effective work relations; (4) report facts clearly, accurately, logically, and objectively in both concise, well-structured, written form and oral discussions; and (4) coordinate multiple phases of an investigation or separate investigations being conducted simultaneously.

　　REMARKS

　　· Position is located in New York City, NY; relocation funds are not available for this vacancy.

　　· This position is eligible for availability pay.

　　· Travel frequency >50%

　　· Prior experience investigating bank fraud related matters is highly desirable.

　　· Understanding of related software, such as i2, FinCen, IMUS, Lexis-Nexis, NCIC, etc.

　　· Past performance evaluations may be requested

　　· The OIG’s telework policy requires employees to be physically present in the office a minimum of 4 days per month. Employees may be expected to be physically present in the office more than 4 days per month, as required by business needs.

　　We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or application, membership, or service in the uniformed services.

　　Req ID: R024174