Investigator

Summary The incumbent will conduct prompt, impartial, & thorough internal investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct (SM) & related retaliation per Departmental orders & policy. Using trauma-informed methods & best practices in the field of SM, the incumbent will collaborate with components & monitor efforts to ensure that all individuals who are engaged in receiving or responding to reports of SM have received proper training on trauma-informed victim-centered investigatory approaches. Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities for an Investigator, GS-1810-14, generally include, but are not limited to, the following: Conduct prompt, impartial, and thorough internal investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct and related retaliation per Departmental orders and policy Serve as an Investigator in the SMRU with primary responsibility for conducting sensitive and complex internal investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct and related allegations of retaliation Conduct witness interviews, gather evidence, document timeline compliance, and make findings of fact that can be used to determine by a preponderance of the evidence if sexual misconduct or related retaliation occurred in violation of the Department's orders and other DOJ policies governing sexual misconduct Draft comprehensive reports for review by the Director, prior to delivering the report to the senior component management Develop training for the Department by employing best practices for handling sexual misconduct reports, including training on the neurobiology of trauma to improve information gathering, stronger investigations, victim trust, and better investigative outcomes Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for the position of Investigator, at GS-1810-14, you must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below. GS-14 Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) Conducting sensitive investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct and/or related allegations of retaliation; 2) Applying trauma-informed methods and/or best practices in the field of sexual misconduct, and to collaborate with and monitor Components' efforts to ensure that all individuals who are engaged in receiving or responding to reports of sexual misconduct have received proper training on trauma-informed victim-centered investigatory approaches; AND 3) Drafting reports which includes: a description of the allegations, timeline, witnesses interviewed and records collected, definitions of relevant terms germane to meeting or overcoming the burden of proof, findings, technical analysis of application of facts, and conclusions as to whether sexual misconduct occurred You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including time-in-grade, by the 08/14/2026 of this announcement. Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume. After you submit this application, you will receive an e-mail informing you that a USA Hire assessment is required of you. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement 08/14/2026 to complete the assessment as this assessment is part of your application. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information Additional selections may be made from this announcement. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. 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