Criminal Investigator

Summary This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Office of Law Enforcement (OLE), with one vacancy in Seattle, WA. This position is also announced under vacancy number NMFS-26-12998076-ST, which is open to Status Candidates. You must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both. Responsibilities As a Criminal Investigator, you will perform the following duties: conduct investigations that may lead to criminal, civil, or administrative charges and penalties; provide support, training, and learning opportunities on the job; perform complex domestic and international investigations; carry out detailed investigations at national or international levels; identify and document illegal activities involving the commercialization and destruction of protected wildlife resources; utilize a full spectrum of investigative techniques, including surveillance and undercover operations, and coordinate efforts with other Federal, State, and Tribal agencies; make arrests, conduct searches, and seize evidence in accordance with the U.S. Constitution, relevant laws, regulations, directives, and court rulings; follow all policies, procedures, and guidelines (including use of force policies) related to the use, display, safety, and maintenance of firearms and intermediate weapons. Qualifications Subject to financial disclosure as a sworn law enforcement officer, enforcing domestic laws, regulating a non-Federal entity and international treaties. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. Position requires a Tier 5 background investigation and eligibility for a Top-Secret clearance; local security access will be limited to Secret level. Must bear and maintain proficiency in the use of firearms to perform major duties. Must operate a Federal motor vehicle and hold a valid state driver’s license. Position has physical requirements: exposure to inclement weather; manual dexterity; eyesight 20/20 corrected, no worse than 20/200 uncorrected; near vision normal; color vision sufficient; hearing 30 dB HL or better at specified frequencies. Must be able to work uncontrollable overtime, travel, sign a mobility agreement, and be subject to drug testing. Training Requirements Applicants who have satisfactorily completed the Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) provided by the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, or an equivalent program, should provide certification during hiring. Those without certification will be required to complete the course after entrance on duty. Selectees may be required to complete additional agency‑specific training. #J-18808-Ljbffr