Summary This position is part of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) Office of Inspector General (OIG) which is an independent office established to conduct and supervise audits, investigations, and other reviews relating to the PBGC. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting the most complex investigations, leading investigative teams, and serving as an authoritative subject matter and consultant to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI). Learn more about this agency Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 09/04/2024 to 09/16/2024 This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more * Salary $117,962 - $181,216 per year * Pay scale & grade GS 13 - 14 * Help Location 1 vacancy in the following location: * Washington, DC * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Permanent * Work schedule Full-time * Service Competitive * Promotion potential 14 * Job family (Series) * 1811 Criminal Investigation * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Top Secret * Drug test Yes * Position sensitivity and risk High Risk (HR) * Trust determination process * Suitability/Fitness * Financial disclosure Yes * Bargaining unit status No * Announcement number PBGC-24-MP-12531992SC * Control number 807784400 Help This job is open to * Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee. * Family of overseas employees Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas. * Federal employees - Competitive service Current or former competitive service federal employees. * Individuals with disabilities * Land & base management Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency. * Military spouses * Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista * Special authorities Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations. * Veterans Clarification from the agency Special Authorities: other miscellaneous authorities. Help Duties * Participates in investigations by serving as a Team Member or Team Lead, providing assistance as directed to staff of investigative type positions, or leading such staff. * Assists Government attorneys in the preparation of grand jury presentations and court cases; serves as a witness in grand juries, criminal and civil courts, and administrative forums. * Receives and handles complaints or other information concerning violations of laws, rules, or regulations or mismanagement, gross waste of funds, abuse of authority, or a substantial and specific danger to the public's health and safety. * Responsible for planning, conducting, and/or coordinating complex criminal, civil, and administrative investigations related to alleged or suspected violation of Federal laws committed by or against PBGC or PBGC contractors. * Serve as the authoritative resource in the area of criminal investigations. Participates or plans complex investigations involving key personnel from law enforcement, intelligence, and security agencies such as the FBI, DCIS, IRS, DOL, DHS and SSA. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * US Citizenship is required. * Suitable for Federal employment, determined by background investigation. * Direct Deposit of pay is required. * Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt. * Status candidates must meet time-in-grade (see Qualifications). * Position requires an annual financial disclosure. * Position requires initial drug test and subsequent random testing. * Position requires an initial and annual physical examination. * Position requires possession and maintenance of a valid motor vehicle operator license. * Position requires successful completion of the Basic Criminal Investigation Training. Qualifications Specialized Experience: At the GS-13level, you must meet the following qualification: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level. Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with the competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes knowledge and understanding of law enforcement techniques to independently conduct criminal investigations related to violations of laws, fraud, waste and abuse; plan, oversee, and evaluate complex and sensitive investigations; and serve as a lead in coordinating investigative activities. At the GS-14level, you must meet the following qualification: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level. Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with the competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes expert knowledge of Federal laws, court procedures, and rules of evidence relating to criminal investigations, activities and projects with Federal, State and local law enforcement officials; planning, directing and coordinating criminal investigations; and working on complex and sensitive criminal investigations. Applicants must carefully review the information in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section for important information and instructions pertaining to the multi-hurdle assessment process for this position. Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. Basic Criminal Investigation Training: Selectee must successfully complete or have successfully completed the Basic Criminal Investigator Training Program course at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) or equivalent program. (Please provide proof of completion). Basic Criminal Investigation Training is a condition of employment and must be successfully completed within 12 months of employment. 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, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination. Firearms Requirement: You may be required to carry a firearm while performing duties of this position. Maintaining firearm proficiency on a quarterly basis is mandatory. 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)]. A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is generally defined under the statute as any offense involving the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by the victim's current or former domestic partner, parent, or guardian. The term "convicted", as defined in the statute, excludes any person whose conviction has been expunged, set aside, or pardoned or any person whose civil rights have been restored unless the pardon, expungement or restoration of civil rights expressly prohibits the possession of firearms or ammunition. Candidates who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence within the meaning of the referenced statute 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]. Lautenberg Amendment: This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. A person convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence is not eligible for the position. Motor Vehicle Operation Requirement: Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Proof of license will be required upon selection. Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP): LEAP is approved for Criminal Investigator positions to compensate employees for unscheduled duty in excess of the 40-hour workweek. As part of this Act, the incumbent is required to work an additional 2 hours per day (10 hour workday) in order to receive the 25% Availability Pay allowance that this Act specifies. Federal Law Enforcement Officer (FLEO): This position is covered by the special retirement provisions for Federal Law Enforcement Officers (LEO). Candidates without previous LEO service must be under age 37. Those with current or prior federal LEO coverage will be considered only if they can demonstrate that they will have completed 20 years of covered service by mandatory retirement age of 57 (this requirement is waived for qualified preference eligible Veterans). If you have current or prior Federal Law Enforcement Officer coverage you must provide SF-50 proof of previous retirement coverage in addition to your current SF-50 in order to be considered for this position. Failure to provide proof of Federal LEO coverage may result in removal from consideration. Must maintain requirements to qualify for LEO retirement coverage (5 USC 8336(c) and 5 USC 8412(d)). TIME-IN-GRADE: Current career or career-conditional employees of the Federal government, or former career or career-conditional employees, who have a break in service of less than one year, are required to meet the time-in-grade restriction of one year of Federal experience at the next lower grade, with few exceptions outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b). 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Education cannot be for substituted for specialized experience. Additional information Career Transition Assistance Programs: CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be well-qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. For information on CTAP and ICTAP visit here. Appointment Authorities: For more information on appointment authority eligibility requirements: Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities OPM Interchange Agreement and Other Miscellaneous Authorities Telework Suitability: The duties of this position are suitable for occasional telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval and if they meet the eligibility criterion in the 2010 Telework Act. This position is subject to a negative drug test prior to entrance on duty, and random drug testing while you occupy the position. This position requires occasional travel per month. If selected, you will be required to obtain a physical examination by a licensed physician certifying your ability to perform the duties of this position. If selected, you will be required to file, prior to entrance on duty, a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450). Work Schedule: This position allows for a flexible work schedule. Miscellaneous: PBGC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days. If selection is made below the full performance level, promotion up to the full performance level may be made without further competition. However, promotion(s) will depend on the performance of the incumbent and are not guaranteed. Read more * Benefits Help 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. Review our 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. Once the application process is complete, your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the Assessment Questionnaire and any additional assessment required for this position. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. You will be evaluated for this job based on: * The experience listed in your resume and how well you meet the experience listed in the qualification section of announcement and the competencies listed. * Subject Matter Expert - Structured Resume Review * Eligible and qualified candidates who meet the pre-established cut score on the assessment questionnaire will have their resumes reviewed by a subject-matter-expert to evaluate your knowledge, skills, abilities, and competences as they directly relate to the duties of this position. * If your final score places you in the group of best qualified candidates, and you meet all eligibility and qualification requirements, you may be referred to the hiring official for further consideration. You will be assessed on the following technical and soft skill competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): * Technical - Criminal Investigative Program Management Note: Duplicative competencies indicate that the competency is being assessed in both the Assessment Questionnaire and additional assessment. * Criminal Investigative Program Management * Oral Communication * Written Communication * Benefits Help 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. Review our 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. * Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment mm/yy and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted, only the most current resume will be reviewed for qualifications. 2. SF-50 or DD-214 * Current/Former Career/Career-Conditional Eligible: Your most recent non-award Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent) showing that you are/were in the competitive service, as well as the highest grade (or promotion potential) held, on a permanent basis 3. Other supporting documents: * SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities * Non-competitive appointment authority documentation, if applicable * Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation: If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible * Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable * Cover letter, optional Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc. Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted prior to the closing date of the announcement. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. * How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section of this vacancy. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration or when the announcement reaches 100 applicants. 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. * Read the Eligibility questions carefully. The questions address if you are eligible to apply to this JOA. Your responses will affect your consideration for the position. You may qualify for more than one eligibility, so please choose carefully. You will only be considered under the options you have selected. If you respond that you do not meet any of the eligibility questions, you will not be considered for this position. * 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. * You may preview the Assessment Questionnaire at: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12531992 If you have questions about this job, please contact the HR Office representative listed in the "Agency Contact Info" section of this vacancy announcement. Applying online is highly encouraged. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00a.m. - 4:00p.m., Mountain Time, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, you may request an alternate application method from the Agency Contact listed in the vacancy. All hardship application packages must be complete and submitted no later than noon EST on the closing date of the announcement. Agency contact information Sabrina Cordova Phone 303-716-4328 Email Sabrina_Cordova@ibc.doi.gov Address Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation 445 12th Street SW Washington, DC 20024 US Learn more about this agency Next steps For status updates on your application, please follow the directions listed above in the How to Apply section. Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. If you are selected for an interview for this position, you will be contacted directly. A final job offer for this position is typically made within several weeks after the closing date of the vacancy announcement. After confirming a job offer, all other applicants will be notified of their non-selection. * Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. * Criminal history inquiries * Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy * Financial suitability * New employee probationary period * Privacy Act * Reasonable accommodation policy * Selective Service * Signature and false statements * Social security number request Help Required Documents To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment mm/yy and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted, only the most current resume will be reviewed for qualifications. 2. SF-50 or DD-214 * Current/Former Career/Career-Conditional Eligible: Your most recent non-award Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent) showing that you are/were in the competitive service, as well as the highest grade (or promotion potential) held, on a permanent basis 3. Other supporting documents: * SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities * Non-competitive appointment authority documentation, if applicable * Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation: If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible * Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable * Cover letter, optional Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc. Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted prior to the closing date of the announcement. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. Help How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section of this vacancy. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration or when the announcement reaches 100 applicants. 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. * Read the Eligibility questions carefully. The questions address if you are eligible to apply to this JOA. Your responses will affect your consideration for the position. You may qualify for more than one eligibility, so please choose carefully. You will only be considered under the options you have selected. If you respond that you do not meet any of the eligibility questions, you will not be considered for this position. * 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. * You may preview the Assessment Questionnaire at: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12531992 If you have questions about this job, please contact the HR Office representative listed in the "Agency Contact Info" section of this vacancy announcement. Applying online is highly encouraged. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00a.m. - 4:00p.m., Mountain Time, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, you may request an alternate application method from the Agency Contact listed in the vacancy. All hardship application packages must be complete and submitted no later than noon EST on the closing date of the announcement. Read more Agency contact information Sabrina Cordova Phone 303-716-4328 Email Sabrina_Cordova@ibc.doi.gov Address Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation 445 12th Street SW Washington, DC 20024 US Learn more about this agency Next steps For status updates on your application, please follow the directions listed above in the How to Apply section. Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. If you are selected for an interview for this position, you will be contacted directly. A final job offer for this position is typically made within several weeks after the closing date of the vacancy announcement. After confirming a job offer, all other applicants will be notified of their non-selection. Read more Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. * Criminal history inquiries * Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy * Financial suitability * New employee probationary period * Privacy Act * Reasonable accommodation policy * Selective Service * Signature and false statements * Social security number request Print Share * Email * Facebook * LinkedIn * Twitter Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 09/04/2024 to 09/16/2024 This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more * Salary $117,962 - $181,216 per year * Pay scale & grade GS 13 - 14 * Location 1 vacancy in the following location: * Washington, DC * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Permanent * Work schedule Full-time * Service Competitive * Promotion potential 14 * Job family (Series) * 1811 Criminal Investigation * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Top Secret * Drug test Yes * Position sensitivity and risk High Risk (HR) * Trust determination process * Suitability/Fitness * Financial disclosure Yes * Bargaining unit status No * Announcement number PBGC-24-MP-12531992SC * Control number 807784400 This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/807784400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.