Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) Direct Hire

Overview

Summary: Positions under this announcement are being filled using a Direct Hire Authority (DHA).

Open to U.S. Citizens/Nationals. See Clarification from the agency for details. This position is open to IRS Criminal Investigation (CI) Division applicants and involves potential access to sensitive information and field investigations. The announcement includes extensive eligibility, education and medical requirements, and notes on career progression and benefits.

Duties

The Criminal Investigator plans and conducts investigations relative to criminal statutes of tax administration and financial crimes. Responsibilities may include access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP), and coordination with DOJ and IRS foreign attachments. Other duties include testifying as a government witness, assisting U.S. Attorneys, conducting collateral inquiries, and identifying large areas of noncompliance through information evaluation.

This position has career progression. Progression may allow non-competitive promotions as career advances (e.g., from GS-05 to GS-11 over time).

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
  • Medical, physical, and hearing requirements apply; candidates must pass medical examination and meet vision/hearing standards.
  • Emotional and mental stability required; must be able to perform duties safely and effectively.

Qualification standards

Basic requirements differ by grade (GL-07 and GL-09). Criteria include specialized experience related to criminal investigations, ability to collect and analyze evidence, and the ability to prepare investigations and reports. Education may substitute for experience under specific conditions, with requirements for accounting/finance coursework and related fields. Special requirements include maximum entry age provisions and possession of a valid driver’s license, firearm proficiency, and successful completion of the Special Agent Basic Training Curriculum at FLETC if applicable.

Education

Submit transcripts or equivalents if education is used to meet requirements. Foreign education may be used if it is deemed equivalent to U.S. education; provide proof as required.

Additional information

Probationary period (3 years) may apply. Benefits and telework eligibility vary by position. LEAP pay may apply. Travel, relocation and security clearance requirements may be applicable. All medical, security, and suitability requirements must be met upon appointment.

Tour of duty: Day Shift. Travel up to 50% or less may be required. Ensure eligibility for benefits based on full-time/part-time status.

How you will be evaluated

Evaluations are based on qualifications and a direct-hire process with no veterans’ preference under Direct Hire Authority. Applications require a resume, responses to online questions, and required documents. Well-qualified candidates are those who exceed minimum qualifications on competencies including Accounting Principles, Arithmetic, Conscientiousness, Learning, Memory, Reading & Writing, Reasoning, and Teamwork.

Required Documents

The following documents must be provided with your application in English:

  • Online Application – Questionnaire
  • Education documents (see Education section)
  • Registration/License (if applicable) – active, current
  • High School Diploma or equivalent

Note: Do not copy specialized experience statements into your resume. Provide complete information as specified in the announcement to ensure eligibility.

How to Apply

Direct Hire Public Notice; apply before the closing date. Complete the application process, answer online questions, and submit required documents by the stated deadline. If online application poses a hardship, contact the agency for assistance.

Agency contact information

IRS Cincinnati External
CI - Criminal Investigation, 1111 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20224, US

Next steps

Reasonable accommodations are available on request. After submission you will receive an acknowledgment; monitor USAJOBS for status updates. If selected, you may be referred for consideration and possibly interviewed. Telework eligibility is described in the notice.

#J-18808-Ljbffr Salary: USD 72000 - 108000 per year Experience: 3 years required
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