The EXIM OIG is headed by an Inspector General who is appointed by the President of the United States. The Inspector General provides independent and objective reviews of EXIM's programs (i.e., EXIM's program and operations). The Inspector General is required to keep both the Chairman and Congress fully and currently informed about the problems and deficiencies relating to the administration of EXIM's programs and operations and the necessity for corrective action.

Duties

This position is located in the Export Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Investigations (OI). The Senior Criminal Investigator coordinates and conducts investigations of financial fraud, money laundering, waste, abuse, misconduct, and mismanagement of EXIM Bank's programs and operations. The Senior Criminal Investigator conducts investigations into actual or suspected criminal, civil, and/or administrative activity or other wrongdoing by EXIM Bank employees, contractors, grantees, lessees, or any other persons or entities doing business with the EXIM Bank. The incumbent is responsible for the coordination and conduct of criminal, civil, and administrative investigations, and will provide assistance to the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI) and the Inspector General (IG) in achieving the mission objectives and strategic goals of the OIG and EXIM Bank. The incumbent serves as a Senior Criminal Investigator as is responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating, and conducting complex financial fraud and other criminal investigations of a national and international scope. The incumbent further performs a full range of activities related to firearms instruction and training. Furthermore, the incumbent may be involved in areas such as: technical and electronic surveillance and monitoring, and computer and advanced technology crimes and forensic analysis. The incumbent requires expert-level knowledge, skills, theories, concepts, and practices in financial fraud investigations and criminal investigative techniques to conduct investigations of unusual scope, difficulty, and responsibility, and to apply advanced electronic and other law enforcement techniques in a dynamically evolving environment. These investigative responsibilities include the following major duties: Conducts complex, international financial fraud investigations involving bank fraud, export fraud, money laundering, and other criminal activity which impacts the EXIM Bank's mission to assist in financing the export of U.S. goods and services to international markets. Manages and organizes large volumes of information, documents, and evidence, and prepares and presents reports on investigative results and the analysis of complex, interrelated business entities, financial transactions, and networks on a national and international level. Reviews and analyzes requests, complaints, or allegations to identify the issues involved, investigative merit, and formulates appropriate disposition or resolution of the matter. Works independently and/or in teams to conduct investigations of alleged or suspected violations of the laws, rules, and regulations of the United States, as well as EXIM Bank's program policies and procedures, which are sufficiently complex enough to normally require a period of days, weeks, or months to complete. Exercises Federal law enforcement authority to include carrying firearms, making arrests, executing search and arrest warrants, and performing other law enforcement tasks including, but not limited to, testifying before grand juries, serving subpoenas, and supporting the Office of the U.S. Attorney in and out of court. Resolves investigative matters through the application of investigative techniques such as: interviews and interrogations; the use and development of informants; surveillance; undercover operations; technical tools such as body worn cameras, tape recorders, computers, or software; providing constitutional and other rights warnings when necessary; administering oaths and obtaining sworn statements and affidavits; and conducting financial and transactional analysis. Works in close coordination with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and other Federal, state, local, and international investigative and law enforcement agencies to gather facts and evidence necessary to bring case assignments to prosecution or other appropriate resolutions. Provides guidance, support, and direction to other team members concerning investigative operations, strategy, and approaches towards case resolution. Presents findings to DOJ, IG, AIGI, top management officials, and responsible organizational elements as needed to facilitate appropriate action and resolution of matters of concern. Independently make recommendations to the AIGI concerning investigative findings and problems where the solution may serve as a precedent with EXIM Bank implications. Attends conferences and meetings attended by OIG, EXIM Bank, and other Federal officials to discuss and resolve matters and activities of investigative interest. When necessary, participates in OIG audits, evaluations, and assists in other organizational reporting requirements, as needed. Works with OIG auditors to develop information and material relating to financial fraud, criminal fraud risks, money laundering, and program irregularities for use by the IG and responsible organizational elements.

Requirements

• U. S. Citizenship
• Must successfully pass a background investigation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET clearance.
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period
• Current or Former Political appointees: If you are, or have been, employed in the last five (5) years, you must disclose the information. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal service
• This position requires domestic and international travel
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test

Qualifications

Specialized Experience (Credit for Specialized Experience on resume must reflect 40 hours/Full-time per week for each period of work): To qualify for this position, you must meet the Specialized Experience for the GS-1811-14. Specialized Experience To qualify for the GS-14, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped 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. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience in: Coordinating and conducting of criminal, civil, and administrative investigations; Coordinating and conducting investigations of financial fraud, money laundering, waste, abuse, misconduct, and mismanagement in agency programs and operations; Conducting investigations into actual or suspected criminal, civil, and/or administrative activity or other wrongdoing by employees, contractors, grantees, lessees, or any other persons or entities doing business with the federal government; Managing and organizing large volumes of information, documents, and evidence, and prepares and presents reports on investigative results and the analysis of complex, interrelated business entities, financial transactions, and networks on a national and international level; and Exercising Federal law enforcement authority to include carrying firearms, making arrests, executing search and arrest warrants, and performing other law enforcement tasks including, but not limited to, testifying before grand juries, serving subpoenas, and supporting the Office of the U.S. Attorney in and out of court. For qualification determinations, your resume must contain the following for each work experience listed: Organization/Agency's Name Title Salary (series and grade, if applicable) Start and end dates (including the month and year) Number of hours you worked per week Relevant experience that supports your response to the specialized experience that is stated in the job announcement If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you will not receive consideration for this position. NOTE: Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications and your application may be marked as incomplete/ineligible and you will not receive consideration for this position. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Additional Conditions include the following: Essential Personnel Position - This position may be designated as essential personnel. Essential personnel must be able to serve during continuity of operation events without regard to declarations of liberal leave or government closures due to weather, protests, and acts of terrorism or lack of funding. Failure to report for or remain in this position may result in disciplinary or adverse action in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. (5 U.S.C. 7501-7533 and 5 CFR, Part 752, as applicable). Age Requirement: There is a maximum entry age of the day before the incumbent's 37th birthday (except for veterans' preference eligibles) for entry into law enforcement officer's positions. Applicants who have previously been employed in a Federal law enforcement officer's position covered by 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or 5 U.S.C. 8412(d) are not restricted from applying. Firearms Requirement: The incumbent will be required to carry a firearm while performing duties of this position and maintain mandatory firearm proficiency. The incumbent must satisfactorily complete (or have previously completed) the firearms component of the Criminal Investigation Training Program (CITP) or the Uniformed Police Training Program (UPTP) and qualify quarterly thereafter. Lautenberg Amendment: This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment of the Gun Control Act of 1968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crimes of domestic violence are not eligible for this position. Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP): Incumbent is subject to work unscheduled duty hours and must be available for unscheduled duty based upon the needs of the agency. therefore, the incumbent is eligible for Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) of an additional 25% and is subject to the provisions of the LEAP Act of 1994. Motor Vehicle Operation: This position requires the incumbent to possess a valid driver's license, maintain a safe driving record, and demonstrate they are medically qualified to operate a motor vehicle safely in accordance with the standards and procedures established in 5 CFR 930. Periodic verification of license and safe driving record will be required. Pre-employment Medical Requirement: Prior to appointment, the person selected for this position must be determined physically fit by an authorized government physician to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties, which may include protecting citizens, taking suspects into custody using reasonable physical force in the face of physical resistance and responding to situations requiring physical agility and quick and legally sufficient decision making. Also, the incumbent must successfully pass a pre-employment medical examination (which includes, but is not limited to vision, hearing, cardiovascular and mobility of extremities) given by an authorized government physician. This position may be subject to periodic incumbent examinations in the future. Primary/Rigorous Requirement: Experience in primary/rigorous Federal law enforcement position(s), or equivalent experience outside the Federal Government, is a mandatory prerequisite (5 CFR 831.902 & 5 CFR 842.802). Random Drug Testing: The incumbent of this position is subject to random drug testing. Training Requirement: Incumbent must successfully complete the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Criminal Investigator Training Program, or its equivalent. Tour of Duty: The incumbent may be required to work additional duty hours; must be aware that the demands of the position could require irregular unscheduled hours, degree of hazard, and personal risk.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience at the GS-14 grade level.

Contacts

• Address Office of Inspector General 811 Vermont Ave NW Washington, DC 20571 US
• Name: Connie Harshaw
• Phone: 2025653000
• Email: [email protected]