Department: Department Of The Navy
Agency: Assistant for Administration, Under Secretary of the Navy
Sub Agency: Naval Criminal Investigative Service
Job Announcement Number:
HQ-2008-0050


Criminal Investigator (Special Agent)
Salary Range: 36,870.00 - 118,239.00 USD per year
Open Period: Tuesday, July 01, 2008
to Thursday, July 31, 2008
Series & Grade: GS-1811-07/13
Position Information: Full-Time Permanent
Promotion Potential: 13
Duty Locations: many vacancies - Worldwide
Who May Be Considered:
U.S. Citizens who meet the requirements outlined in the "Key Requirements" section. Positions in the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) are in the Excepted Service and are excluded from the provisions of the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP).
Job Summary:
In the global war on terrorism, one civilian law enforcement agency safeguards those who defend our nation. NCIS is looking for unique men and women who can successfully engage the ever-changing demands of the 21st century threat environment. NCIS enforces laws wherever members of the Navy and Marine Corps work - even at sea. With expertise ranging from undercover operations to technical surveillance, forensics to counterintelligence analysis, and much more, NCIS professionals lead the way - navigating today's changing global threat landscape - confronting criminals, terrorists, spies and undefined threats wherever they may be.
Protecting those who defend our nation is a dynamic mission that demands a unique individual. Are you ready? For more information about NCIS, please visit: www.ncisjobs.com PAY: Special Agents are hired at the GS/GL-7 through GS-13 grade levels depending on qualifications and education. Based on those grade levels and geographic area assigned, starting base salary range, including locality pay is $36,870.00 - $118,239.00. In addition, Special Agents receive 25% Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) which is added to their base salary and locality pay. LEAP requires an individual to work, or be available for work, an average of two or more additional hours per scheduled work day, which may include evening or weekends. NCIS is scheduled to convert to a pay banding system during the 4th quarter of calendar year 2008. Pay banding will replace the current GS grades mentioned in this vacancy announcement. MOBILITY: Mobility of the Special Agent work force is necessary to accomplish the NCIS mission and helps support an individual's career development. As a condition of employment, all Special Agents are required to sign a mobility agreement indicating their availability for and willingness to accept periodic assignments within the Continental United States (CONUS), outside CONUS, or overseas. Special Agents can expect multiple relocations during their career with NCIS. In addition, Special Agents may be required to deploy on assignments to support military forces in high-risk environments. Applicants may request a preference for assignment, and while this information will be considered, assignments will be based on the mission requirements and staffing needs of NCIS. An Agent can generally expect to remain at the first office of assignment for a minimum of 3 years. Relocation expenses to the selectee's FIRST official duty station will not be paid by NCIS.
Key Requirements:

• Must possess a baccalaureate degree.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Must not have reached 37 years of age.
• Must pass the Special Agent Applicant Test Battery and in-depth interviews.
• Must pass an extensive NCIS background investigation.
• Must be willing to travel.

Major Duties:
Conducts operations proactively to reduce criminal activity by use of special techniques that protect Department of Navy (DON) resources, assets, military members, and their families. Responds to a reported criminal act by processing potential crime scenes, interviewing witnesses and victims, and interrogating subjects. Employs special techniques such as surveillance polygraph, verbal wire intercepts, and forensic analysis while formulating an investigative plan and during the completion of logical leads in order to resolve criminal investigations. Documents investigative work through product summary reports, statements, and warrants. Conducts investigations and follows logical investigative leads by responding to intelligence information using available resources (including databases, National Security Letters, sources, and surveillance). Develops liaison programs with other United States federal, state, and local Counterintelligence/Counter Terrorism counterparts, as well as with host nation counterparts. Leverages resources available throughout the intelligence community and within the agency from areas such as cyber, analytical support, tech, general criminal investigations, and combating terrorism.

Qualifications:
-EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (official transcripts must be submitted at time of application). Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT * Must successfully complete a medical examination by an authorized Federal Medical Officer. * NCIS is a drug-free workplace. Selectees must comply with the DON drug testing program. * Special Agent positions are subject to the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. * Special Agents are required to qualify to carry a firearm as part of assigned duties and to maintain firearm proficiency. * May be subject to counterintelligence-scope polygraph tests. * A 2-year trial period is required. * Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. * Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre- Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. * Direct Deposit of pay is required. * Must complete a confidential financial disclosure report prior to appointment. * New hires must attend the Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) and the Special Agent Basic Training Program (SABTP), located at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA. All current Special Agents newly appointed to NCIS must attend the SABTP course. Failure to successfully complete the training program(s) will result in separation. * Must sign a mobility agreement.
How You Will Be Evaluated:
Your application will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the basic job requirements. Your responses to the applicant assessment questions will also be reviewed and you will be assigned an initial numeric rating. This score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If you do not provide complete information, or you do not respond to the applicant assessment questions, you will be rated ineligible.

Benefits:
Benefits include health insurance plans, retirement system with investment options, paid holidays, paid sick and annual (vacation) leave, life insurance, subsidized transportation, training and development opportunities, and incentive programs. This position is covered under the special retirement provisions for law enforcement officers. For more information about these benefits, please visit: BENEFITS
Other Information:
NCIS is an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age (subject to the limitations outlined in announcement), or non-disqualifying disability. Veterans who are preference-eligible or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions are encouraged to apply.

How To Apply:
Please follow all instructions carefully. Applications (resume and application questions) for this vacancy must be received on-line via the NCIS Special Agent application system BEFORE midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete online resume, you will not be considered for this position.
Required Documents:
Upon registration and completion of the online application process, you will be prompted to fax in these required documents: * Transcript * DD 214 (if applicant served in the U.S. Armed Forces) * SF 50 (if currently or formerly employed by the U.S. Government in a civilian capacity)
Contact Information:

HR Specialist
Phone: 000-000-0000
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: jobs@ncis.navy.mil
Or write:
Naval Criminal Investigative Service
716 Sicard St. SE
Washington Navy Yard, DC 20388
Fax: 000-000-0000

What To Expect Next:
Once the online application questionnaire has been received an acknowledgement message will be emailed to you verifying that your submission was successful. Once the announcement closes, a review of your completed application package will be conducted. If you are found to be a qualified candidate, you will be referred to the hiring official. You can view the status of your application through our Special Agent online application system.

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.


Send Mail to:
Naval Criminal Investigative Service
716 Sicard St. SE
Washington Navy Yard, DC 20388
Fax: 000-000-0000
For questions about this job:
HR Specialist
Phone: 000-000-0000
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: jobs@ncis.navy.mil