Investigator

SERVICING PERSONNEL OFFICE/UNIT: Office of Human Resources POSITION SERIES: DS-1810 POSITION GRADE: DS-12/13 IF "OPEN UNTIL FILLED," FIRST SCREENING DATE: April 30, 2026 TOUR OF DUTY: To Be Determined AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Unlimited PROMOTION POTENTIAL: DS-13 NO. OF VACANCIES: One (1) or more AGENCY: Office of Integrity and Oversight DURATION OF APPOINTMENT: Permanent COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT: This position is not in a collective bargaining unit. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: This Investigator position is located in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO), Office of Integrity and Oversight (OIO). The incumbent is responsible for planning and conducting complex investigations of possible violations of laws, rules or regulations, mismanagement or gross waste of funds, conflicts of interest and abuse of authority. Duties include, but are not limited to: reviewing allegations to assess nexus and impact and making recommendations to management regarding whether the allegation warrants investigative attention; investigating complaints concerning possible fraud against the DC government; conducting background investigations on employees, applicants, and others to determine a person's suitability for employment as requested; documenting and preparing written reports of the results of all authorized investigations in accordance with generally accepted investigation principles and techniques. Performs other related duties as assigned. Four (4) years of progressive experience performing the related duties and responsibilities such as planning and conducting complex investigations, applying investigative theories and techniques; collecting information, analyzing facts and making recommendations; interpreting laws, rules, and regulations; proficiency in developing comprehensive oral and written reports; and assisting in the preparation and delivery of oral briefings and testimony. Experience that provides the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for this position. STATEMENT ON THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI): Integrity is the foundation of a fair and competitive recruitment process. Candidates are expected to complete all application materials, assessments, and interviews without the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The use of AI-generated or any unauthorized assistance during any stage of the hiring process is strictly prohibited. Violations of this policy may result in disqualification from consideration for employment. COVID-19 VACCINATION: The Office of the Chief Financial Officer values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors. In support of these values, OCFO employees are strongly encouraged to be immunized against COVID-19. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT: Employment with the OCFO is at will. However, the discipline and/or discharge of bargaining unit employees is governed by the collective bargaining agreement. EEO STATEMENT: The OCFO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. JOB OFFERS: Official job offers are made only by the OCFO’s Office of Human Resources. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contact you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. RESIDENCY PREFERENCE: An external applicant for a position in the OCFO who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia at the time of application, may claim a hiring preference over a non-resident applicant by completing the 'Residency Preference for Employment' form, DC 2000RP, and uploading and attaching it to their employment application. To be granted preference, an applicant must: (1) be qualified for the position; and (2) submit a claim form at the time of application. NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code section 2-1401.01 et seq., (Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above, protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action. NOTICE OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND PENALTIES FOR FALSE STATEMENTS: Employment with the OCFO is subject to the completion and satisfactory result of a background investigation conducted by the OCFO. For most positions, the investigation is conducted after commencement of duty, at which time you will be provided background and release of information forms to complete. For more information, see the Employment Opportunities section at the OCFO website ( Certain highly sensitive positions however warrant completion of the OCFO background investigation prior to commencement of duty. You will be informed if this is required. Applicant understands that a false statement on any part of your application, including materials submitted with the application, may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work (D.C. Official Code, section 1-616.51 #J-18808-Ljbffr