Investigator (Direct Hire)

To qualify for the SV-G Pay Band (equivalent to GS-5/7/9), you must meet one of the qualification requirements outlined below: Education: Bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field from an accredited college or university. OR Experience: For those qualifying using experience, your application must clearly outline three (3) years of progressively responsible general experience, one (1) year of which was equivalent to at least the GS-4 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent in the private sector. Such experience will demonstrate the ability to: analyze problems, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; and communicate effectively orally and in writing. OR Combining of Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements, and may be computed by first determining the total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the position; then determining the education as a percentage of the education required for the position; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for the position. Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer 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. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

This vacancy will be filled through DHS/TSA's Direct-Hire Authority pursuant to TSA MD 1100.30-26. Under the Direct-Hire Authority, category grouping and Veterans' Preference does not apply. This Investigator (Direct Hire) position is located Field Operations and HQ Operations, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to: Handles, executes, and records all investigative cases. When criminal investigations are deemed necessary, refers cases to a supervisor for further action. The incumbent is tasked with collecting information, pinpointing issues and allegations essential for uncovering evidence, coordinating and conducting interviews, researching standards, and reporting the results of a thorough and complete investigation or inquiry. Assists in carrying out fact-finding missions, interviewing witnesses and suspects in administrative cases involving allegations against TSA employees, contractors, regulated parties, and individuals connected to the investigation. Consults with senior investigators to navigate technical and nuanced challenges that may affect investigative goals. Engages in interconnected investigations that involve interagency and intergovernmental teams to ensure that any discrepancies in findings are addressed. Executes intra- and interdivisional requests for investigative support, including interviews, physical and electronic surveillance, and other assistance in support of administrative, civil, and criminal investigations across the United States and outside the Continental United States. Reviews and applies relevant jurisdictional precedents or legal standards when gathering and interpreting evidence pertinent to the trier of fact. Prepares sworn statements, affidavits, and serves administrative subpoenas along with other official investigative documents. Identifies and searches for information sources, gathers and preserves relevant data to establish a preponderance of evidence for determining if administrative violations have occurred. Creates, manages, and updates the electronic case management file according to set milestones, including pertinent investigative details such as victim, witness, suspect, investigative participants, activity memoranda, interviews, and investigation reports. Conducts initial and summary investigative briefings for the Special Agent in Charge, Deputy Special Agent in Charge, and other relevant stakeholders. Offers administrative support during investigations. Performs various administrative and operational tasks such as collecting and assessing information to establish facts.