Positions are located in the Office of Investigations’ following field offices: Region I, King of Prussia, PA, Region II, Atlanta, GA, Region III, Lisle, IL, Region IV, Arlington, TX. These are non-bargaining unit positions. The position offers 25% law enforcement availability pay. This is an Open Until Filled Vacancy Announcement. It will be used to fill positions as vacancies occur.
Duties
As a Criminal Investigator for one of the Office of Investigations (OI) Field Offices, you will conduct criminal investigations of alleged wrongdoing by individuals or organizations who are licensed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), applicants for NRC licenses, certificate holders, or vendors or contractors of these individuals or organizations. You will plan, conduct, and bring to conclusion sensitive and complex criminal investigations under the close supervision of the Special Agent in Charge and/or the Senior Special Agent to whom he/she is assigned. Criminal Investigators for OI are sworn as a Special Deputy United States Marshal. Under the authority of Section 161c. of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended (the Act), as assigned, and without detailed guidance, you will plan and conduct investigations concerning alleged or suspected violations of NRC regulations and/or Federal laws which occur at or are related to NRC licensed facilities and activities. These include the Act, the Energy Reorganization Act of 1974, as amended, the National Environmental Policy Act, and the relevant sections of Title 18, U.S. Code. Incumbent is authorized to administer oaths and affirmations, and, when directed by competent authority, to serve subpoenas and perform such functions as provided in Section 161k. of the Act. The investigations performed are frequently sensitive in nature and may stem from outside allegations, from NRC inspections or from NRC initiated inquiries into accidents, incidents, theft, fraud or any unusual circumstances involving nuclear materials or facilities which could adversely affect the public health and safety. Matters being investigated are occasionally controversial and may be of great interest to employees, the general public, special interest groups, members of Congress and the media. OI investigations are exceptionally complex in that most involve matters where criminal and civil violations are inextricably intertwined. As the Criminal Investigator you will have the following duties: Analyze developed information, complaints or allegations in order to identify the issues involved and to ascertain the types of evidence that will be needed in each case; determines the scope, timing and direction of each investigation and makes recommendations regarding the technical skills and equipment needed to support the investigation. Gather facts through such methods as interview, observation, interrogation, and contacts with allegers or others, and analyze records to establish facts or obtain evidence. Recognize, explore and exploit leads to information and evidence to establish accuracy and authenticity of facts. Remain aware of and identifies the elements of criminality in all investigations. Recognize the need for prompt reporting of critical information to the Director, OI Field Office and other appropriate NRC managers and staff and to outside agencies having competence or jurisdiction in a given area; coordinate investigations with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies as the situation and own judgment and experience dictates. Direct and participate in (1) the gathering and preservation of evidence to be used in the furthering of enforcement cases; (2) interviewing individuals as necessary to further an investigation and obtaining, where appropriate, signed statements to be used in evidence; and (3) the preparation of clear, logical and impartial reports which must be complete, accurate and in a form suitable for evidentiary purposes in a court of law or other legal or administrative proceedings.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship Required
This is a Drug Testing position.
Background investigation leading to a “Q” clearance is required.
Successfully Complete Required Pre-Employment Physical and Annual Physical
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. The position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure Reporting and NRC Prohibited Securities Ownership requirements.
Qualifications
In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GG-12) level 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. The ideal candidate should possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. To begin the application process, select the “Apply On-line” button to the right on this screen. Then follow the prompts to login/register, submit all required supplemental documents, and complete the application process.Your resume is the key means we have 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. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position and the ideal candidate information under the “Qualifications” section. 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 and responses to any vacancy questions 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. Applicants MAY BE periodically referred to the hiring managers both during the open period and for up to 90 days after the closing date of the vacancy. You may for this vacancy.
Required Documents
List of supplemental material that may be applicable:If you are a NRC employee you are required to submit your most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available.If you are a current/reinstatement eligible Federal employee with status (Tenure Group 1 or 2), you will be considered under our merit promotion procedures and must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive status or reinstatement eligibility. Veterans’ Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.) You can find additional information about Veterans’ Preference at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.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. All supplemental documents will now be collected electronically and should be submitted before the closing date of this vacancy announcement. You have three choices for submitting your supplemental documents:
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
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.
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