Summary Are you interested in a rewarding and challenging career? SBA OIG provides auditing, investigative, and other high-quality services to support and assist the SBA in achieving its mission. We promote open and honest communication to create a positive work environment. The Partnership for Public Service named SBA OIG as being the #1 OIG in the Federal Government and as being among the Top 20 Federal Agency Subcomponents in the 2022 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government rankings! Responsibilities Conducts and provides expert-level investigative guidance for field components regarding the largest, most complex, and most sensitive criminal and occasionally non-criminal investigations which come under the jurisdiction of the SBA OIG. The incumbent should possess an extensive knowledge in SBA programs including, but not limited to, 8(a) Contracting programs, 7a loan programs, disaster and the Paycheck Protection Program. Reviewing allegations for investigative merit, conducting and providing expert-level investigative guidance for field components regarding programmatic investigations. To include performing analysis of program data and making recommendations concerning investigative case development. Identify the issues to be investigated and the policy and or operating procedures that are applicable and recommend appropriate disposition. Develops and maintains a regional field training program by working closely with the ID Operations Training Program Manager to develop training curriculum and FTO training goals for the field. Create an atmosphere to train and mentor Special Agents (SAs) within their respective region. Provides expert-level guidance for field components by developing work plans to establish the methodology of the investigation; identifying and questioning witnesses; handling evidence; conducts warranted searches and seizures, prepares reports on complex investigations, and briefs OIG and senior management in accordance with established investigative procedures. Conducts and provides expert-level investigative guidance for field components regarding questions high-level and publicly known or sensitive subjects and third-party witnesses (formally and informally) to gather evidence from external sources and establish the nature and scope of the violation. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient evidence of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of the position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE STATEMENT: GS-14: One year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 in the Federal service that is directly in, or related to, the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: independently plans, organizes, and prioritizes work related to: the application of a wide range of complex investigative concepts, techniques and practices in conducting criminal investigations; extensive knowledge in applying the U.S. Criminal Code, Attorney General Guidelines, and Agency investigative policy; experience in analyzing and tracing complex financial records; skill in written and oral communication, and the ability to analyze and evaluate program policies and make recommendations in order to further the organization's strategic objectives. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's Qualifications web site. 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. MEDICAL REQUIREMENT: The duties of positions in this series require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of these positions are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying. This position is covered under the special retirement provision for Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter. Therefore, the maximum age for initial appointment to the 1811 series is the date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday. The age restriction does not apply if you served in a Federal civilian (not military) law enforcement officer (FLEO) position covered by special CSRS or FERS retirement provisions, including early retirement. If you have reached the mandatory retirement age of 57, you are not eligible to apply to this vacancy. Applicants are obligated to abide by the Lautenberg Amendment which requires applicants to disclosed whether they have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence within the meaning of the statute. If convicted, you will be ineligible to occupy this position unless you received a pardon or your conviction was expunged or set aside. TIME-IN-GRADE: If you are a current career or career-conditional federal employee applying for promotion under Merit Promotion you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks in positions at the next level lower than the position being filled. All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on 10/09/2024 of this vacancy announcement. Education For this position you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information Executive Order 14074 directed the Attorney General to establish the National Law Enforcement Accountability Database (NLEAD) as a centralized repository of official records documenting certain instances of law enforcement officer misconduct. The information in the NLEAD is utilized, in accordance with applicable laws, for the hiring, job assignment, and promotion of federal law enforcement officers within the U.S. Small Business Administration, Office of Inspector General. SUITABILITY, CLEARANCE & REQUIREMENTS: A background investigation may be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. SELECTIVE SERVICE: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. For additional information visit www.sss.gov. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: You are required to file a new entrant Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450 Report). Telework is available. For information on Telework visit: http://www.telework.gov/ Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement if additional vacancies occur within 180 days of the date the certificates were issued.