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Summary The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent office whose mission is to promote excellence, integrity, and accountability throughout the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In our dynamic environment, the OIG conducts investigations, audits, evaluations, and inspections to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency and to detect and prevent waste, fraud, and mismanagement in DHS programs and operations. Responsibilities The Assistant Special Agent in Charge is located in the National Programs Unit (NPU) of the Department of Homeland Security, Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Investigations (INV). INV is responsible for investigating and bringing to the appropriate criminal and civil justice system those individuals and organizations involved in financial, professional, civil, or criminal misconduct relating to DHS programs and operations. The NPU ASAC is responsible for planning, managing, directing, coordinating, and overseeing a full range of criminal and administrative investigative programs for DHS OIG INV, ensuring efficiency and economy in the utilization of the total resources. Supervises and manages investigative activities to include the formulation, modification and evaluation of policies and procedures; the development of long-range plans and the adjustment of operations to meet changing requirements; budget formulation and fiscal management; the development, review and revision of procedures and work methods to provide for the most efficient and effective accomplishments of investigative activities; and the supervision of subordinate sub-offices. Typical assignments include: Provide supervisory guidance, expertise, technical advice to the criminal investigators and assistance to the investigators and staff. Ensuring coordination with the United States Attorney's Office, developing and maintaining productive relationships and exchanges with counterparts in the DHS, FBI, DEA, and other related Federal, state and local law enforcement agencies regarding investigative efforts and to gain perspective and provide for a more coordinated approach to mutual areas of investigative interest. Participate in all phases of program planning and policy formulation for the field office, sub-office or HQs division. Develops and presents to the Special Agent in Charge methodologies for the improvement in the operational and administrative activities are conducted in an efficient, effective and timely manner. Provide oversight of allegations that fall within the jurisdiction of INV and allegations that do not fall within the jurisdiction of DHSOIG are referred to the proper DHS Component or other Federal Agency. Prepare status, statistical and special reports as required by congressional requests and mandates, CIGIE standards, IG Manual, or other management officials. Maintain liaison with other law enforcement agencies at the local, state, and national levels for purpose of obtaining their cooperation in furnishing information concerning illegal activities involving violations of criminal law related to DHS personnel in the private sector, contractor, programs and assets. Direct and coordinate in-depth reviews and evaluations of criminal investigative program operations. Identifies areas requiring additional or decreased oversight and/or attention. Provide briefings to senior management concerning relevant program activities. Prepare, review, and revise new programs, policies, standards, and techniques. Perform programmatic analysis and staff studies as required. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. If you are a current federal employee, you must meet all time-in-grade and time-after competitive appointment qualifications by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. To make an accurate determination, you will need to include on your resume your federal position title, pay plan, occupational series, grade level, agency, dates for which you held the grade level (stated as MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY, OR MM/YYYY to PRESENT), and total hours worked per week. 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 qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level performing the following duties: 1) Coordinating matters pertaining to the detection, investigation and prosecution of suspected violators of fraud, abuse, and integrity laws; 2) Leading an investigative team relative to criminal investigations of critical and sensitive importance; 3) Reviewing and evaluating allegations and recommending to the Special Agent in Charge appropriate investigative activity; 4) Leading, planning, or coordinating investigative activities (i.e. search or arrest warrants, analysis of grand jury material and joint operations with other federal law enforcement agencies); 5) Ensuring coordination with outside agencies (i.e. US Attorney Office, FBI, DEA) regarding investigative matters. In addition to the minimum qualifications described above, you must meet the following requirement(s) to be considered qualified for the position: Additional Requirements: Training Requirement: This position requires that you have completed the basic criminal investigator training program (CITP) at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, GA or its equivalent (US Postal Service Inspectors Training Academy, DEA Training Academy, FBI Academy (Quantico, VA), Army-Criminal Investigation Division (CID) Special Agent Course or (CIDSAC). (Please upload a copy of your certificate or transcript). Firearm Requirement: This position requires you to be authorized to carry a firearm and maintain firearm proficiency. Therefore, it is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment, 18 U.S.C. Section 922(g) (9) and you will be required to verify that you have not been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. Medical Requirement: This position requires you to maintain physical fitness standards set by the agency. Physical stamina, excellent eyesight and hearing, and emotional stability are essential. The duties of positions in the criminal investigator series require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Maximum Entry Age Requirement: This position has a maximum entry age requirement. The date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum entry age for original appointment to a position as a law enforcement officer as defined in title 5 U.S.C. 8331(20) or in 5 U.S.C. 8401(17). This age restriction does not apply to those who have previously served in a Federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by title 5 U.S.C. section 8336(c) provisions, or to preference eligible veterans. 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 qualification requirements listed above must be met by the closing date 07/05/2024 of this announcement. Current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade level or equivalent grade band in the federal service. The time-in-grade requirement must be met by the closing date 07/05/2024of this announcement. 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. Education Additional Information DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select Benefits. Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Top Secret, Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) as a condition of placement into this position. DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. Additional identical positions may be filled from this announcement at a later date.