Summary
We are seeking highly motivated professionals to join our team. If you want challenging work and a chance to make a big impact, come join us at the Office of Inspector General for the Department of Commerce! We improve the effectiveness of the Department's programs and operations. We also investigate waste, fraud, and abuse in the Department and those who do business with it.
Duties
This position is located at the Department of Commerce OIG, Office of Investigations. As an Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC), you will perform the following duties: Manages investigative activities by reviewing case files for adherence to OIG policies, organizational performance goals, management directives, timeliness, and applicable laws as well as accuracy and thoroughness. Supervises the proper use and execution of investigative techniques to effectively and efficiently resolve cases. Resolves issues impeding the successful completion of investigations and programs. Provides direct first line supervision to the HQ Investigative Services Unit. Develops policy and standard operating procedures for staff and provide advice and instruction to employees on technical and administrative matters. Identifies and recommends ways to improve production and increase the quality of investigative work and establishes deadlines and priorities for major projects. Reviews work products and counsels on work improvement. Identifies both formal and informal developmental and training needs for employees. Conducts on-the-job training and assigns work as appropriate to develop specific skill sets in each subordinate. Works with subordinates to develop Individual Development Plans. Writes position descriptions and participates in the selection, assignment, and promotion of subordinate personnel. Assists program leadership in all phases of full cycle recruiting from job fairs, initial sourcing and screening through offer negotiations, placement and onboarding. Supports investigative team efforts resulting in, criminal prosecutions, civil recoveries, suspensions, debarments, contractual remedies, employee disciplinary actions, changes to Department policies and procedures, and/or the exoneration of subjects. Coordinates with senior officials on various investigative matters. Ensures all investigative programs are being managed appropriately. Ensures all investigative resources, databases, and equipment are being managed appropriately.
Requirements
Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required. Must successfully complete a background investigation. Top Secret - Background Investigation will be required. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel. Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position. Complete a pre-employment physical examination Sign a Geographic Mobility Agreement
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
How you will be evaluated
Your application includes your résumé, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your résumé includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination. In addition to the qualifications above, you will be required to complete a writing assessment for this position. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (résumé, supporting documents, and responses to the writing assessment) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If your application is incomplete, we may rate you as ineligible. Note: As part of your writing assessment, you must not exceed the 1950-character limit for each question. Rating: Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Technical Leadership Communication Your application will be rated and ranked among others, based on your responses to the online questions, regarding your experience, education, training, performance appraisals and awards relevant to the duties of this position. Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the online questions are not supported by the education and/or experience described in your application. Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. As part of the assessment and selection process, the selecting official may invite you to participate in a structured interview and provide a writing sample or written assessment/exercise to further evaluate your qualifications for this position. References may also be checked after all assessment materials are reviewed. We will not reimburse costs related to the interview such as travel to and from the interview site.