The Criminal Investigator plans, conducts, and may lead, complex criminal, civil, or administrative cases involving alleged or suspected violations of federal law or applicable policies relating to the programs or operations of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

Duties

Independently leads investigations. Assists in activities designed to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse in programs and operations of the Board and the CFPB.

Requirements

Qualifications

At the FR-24 grade, bachelor's degree or higher in law enforcement, business administration, accounting, or a similar area, or equivalent experience, and one or more years of progressive specialized experience obtained in an OIG or similar program where investigations include complex cases of fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement; experience in a professional staff position in an OIG; and/or relevant experience in finance, accounting, economics, or banking. Practical knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, methods, and procedures, including methods of interviewing and interrogating suspects and witnesses, locating and assembling documentary evidence, and reconstructing accounts and records in the absence of an established information or audit trail. Ability to obtain information and develop evidence by observation, interview, and examination of records and data. Able to gain the confidence and cooperation of others by exercising a high degree of tact, diplomacy, resourcefulness, and judgment. Ability to adapt prescribed procedures to a new situation. In addition, at the FR-25 grade, three or more years of progressive specialized experience. In addition, at the FR-26 grade, four or more years of progressive specialized experience. Knowledge of information technology and its application to investigation procedures and methods. Ability to guide, direct, control, mentor, and train less experienced staff assigned to investigative projects, so they may handle the demands of their assignments. In addition, at the FR-27 grade, five or more years of progressive specialized experience. Experience in a professional staff position in an OIG and/or experience in finance, accounting, economics, or banking is preferred. Possesses a general or working knowledge of commercial banking, the bank examination process, or financial fraud examination and a general or working knowledge of investigating computer-related crimes. All FR grade appointments must be able to (1) manage a criminal investigative caseload, particularly "white collar" crimes, that may entail investigative matters ranging from the routine to complex and technical issues that require planning and coordination with other investigative and audit units, and devising and improvising ways and means of accomplishing goals efficiently and expeditiously; (2) develop and maintain effective work relations; (3) report facts clearly, accurately, logically, and objectively in both concise, well-structured, written form and oral discussions; and (4) coordinate multiple phases of an investigation or separate investigations being conducted simultaneously. All FR grade appointments to the position will be conditioned upon a medical examination, and upon entry into the position, incumbents will be required to demonstrate medical and physical qualifications on a regular and recurring basis to determine fitness for duty. Must have completed or be able to complete the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center or have successfully completed other comparable training. Must be qualified or able to qualify to use firearms and intermediate weapons and continue to meet periodic firearms qualification standards. Continuing employment is conditioned upon ability to employ defensive tactics to control an adversary while participating in the conduct of an arrest or search. Must have or be able to obtain a top secret personnel security clearance and must pass drug testing. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. Prefer Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Public Accountant, or other related professional certification.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in law enforcement, business administration, accounting, or similar area, or equivalent experience, and one or more years of progressive specialized investigative experience obtained in an OIG or similar program where investigations include complex cases of fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement; experience in a professional staff position in an OIG; and/or relevant experience in finance, accounting, economics, or banking.

In addition, at the FR-25 grade, three or more years of progressive specialized experience is required.

In addition, at the FR-26 grade, four or more years of progressive specialized experience is required.

In addition, at the FR-27 grade, five or more years of progressive specialized experience is required.

Contacts

• Address Federal Reserve Board of Governors Constitution Ave NW and 20th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20551 US
• Name: Human Resources
• Email: [email protected]