Criminal Investigator

Overview This position is in the Investigations Unit (IU) of the District of Columbia Office of the Inspector General (OIG), an organization responsible for promoting the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of, and preventing and detecting corruption, fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement in District government programs and operations. Duties and Responsibilities Criminal Investigators (CI's) plan and conduct thorough criminal investigations of suspected or alleged violations of federal and District laws. The results are presented to responsible officials who make or invoke criminal, civil or administrative actions, judgments (decisions), sanctions, and/or penalties. The CI's primary duties are to investigate criminal and non‑criminal cases of importance to the DC OIG and District government. They consult with senior investigator and/or supervisor in initiating investigations, formulating investigative plans and violation matrix, investigating, and providing work products in a timely manner. They develop schedules of investigative "milestones" relevant to conduct of individual work assignments. They receive complaints/allegations under procedures identified in the Investigations Unit Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the criminal investigations program and analyze them against applicable laws, regulations, and policies in terms of potential credibility. They secure facts and develop evidence from all sources to establish the extent and nature of violations, prepare and maintain case files, properly seize and safeguard evidence to preserve the integrity of the chain of custody, conduct interviews and ensure that all District employees and non‑employees interviewed during an official investigation are provided all requisite warnings, as the circumstances of the investigation warrant, and create an accurate, clear, and well‑written record of events associated with all interviews and investigative activity. For administrative cases, they draft reports of investigations for responsible management officials to take any necessary corrective action. They conduct all investigative responsibilities and duties such as executing search warrants and subpoenas under established investigative policies and procedures, assist the Department of Justice and United States Attorney’s Office to prepare cases for presentation to Federal grand juries, assist the District of Columbia Office of the Attorney General to prepare cases for criminal, civil and/or administrative actions, testify in court as required, participate in routine surveillance activities, keep supervisory personnel timely informed on investigative plans and activities, and conduct administrative investigations involving payroll, travel, personnel management, waste or mismanagement of resources (e.g., funds, material and personnel), procurement, contracting issues, and standards of conduct violation. They perform other related duties as assigned. Tour of Duty This position may require the CI to work extended work hours. This position may require the CI to perform on‑call duties or perform emergency‑based availability duties. Promotion Potential No Known Promotion Potential Duration of Appointment Career - Permanent Pay Plan, Series, and Grade

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Medical Requirements This position requires the applicant to take and pass a pre‑employment physical examination. The position requires moderate physical exertion involving walking, standing, running, 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 to allow applicants to perform the assigned duties. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Corrective lenses are permitted, and vision 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. Because the duties of this position may involve activities under stressful conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to themselves or others is disqualifying. Physical Demands The work may involve long periods of standing and recurring stooping and bending. The work can require frequent and recurring surveillance in which there is considerable walking, stooping, bending, and climbing. The incumbent may have to remain in one location for many hours without relief. The work may also include frequent lifting of moderately heavy objects such as luggage or boxes in cargo containers. Incumbents must also be prepared to protect themselves or others from physical attacks and without warning and to use firearms as required by the positions. Work Environment The work is performed in a fast‑paced environment with constantly changing priorities; an office setting with adequate lighting, heating, and ventilation. However, duties may require frequent visits to areas with high crime rates to conduct interviews of suspects and surveillance operations, which may include exposure to extreme weather conditions outside in the elements (i.e., rain, heat, cold, etc.). The incumbent is required to carry a firearm. Special Requirements The position may be filled at a salary up to a Step 4. This position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of D.C. Personnel Regulations, Suitability – Safety Sensitive. The position requires the CI to maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license. The position requires the CI to take and pass a pre‑employment physical examination. The position requires the CI to successfully qualify with the use of a firearm and maintain all established requirements for carrying and using firearms and follow use of force guidelines in accordance with investigative policies and procedures. Firearms qualification is mandatory as part of the assigned duties. Special safety precautions are required, including the use of protective equipment, including non‑lethal force generators, mechanical restraints, and firearms. EEO Statement The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non‑merit factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr DC Government