Clarification from the agency

This opportunity is open to U.S. Citizens who are Students enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis, or accepted for enrollment, and seeking a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) in a qualifying educational institution; have at least a cumulative (overall) 3.0 grade point average or higher on a 4.0 scale

You will be responsible for the following duties:

Responds to requests for support by interfacing via telephone, email and in-person with investigators needing database queries, spreadsheets and similar administrative tasks. Works with technical experts to ensure the timeliness of the investigative activity.

Analyzes computerized data for internal and external statistical reporting. Conducts official record checks involving querying law enforcement, public records, commercial and Department of Transportation computerized records-keeping systems and databases.

Maintains and updates computerized databases including entering data into and querying the investigative case management system (ICMS) for HQOPS and other investigative offices on all investigations including documenting arrests; indictments; convictions; and other judicial, civil and administrative actions, investigative techniques and other reportable actions that occur during investigations.

Receives, sorts, and routes incoming mail and correspondence to staff. Coordinates the distribution of materials, reports and other information.

Makes electronic versions of paper documents (creates PDF files) and stores and organizes electronic documents into searchable formats.

Sends, receives, and distributes electronic mail and telephonic facsimile (FAX) documents. Operates office photocopiers and facsimile.

Upload into ICMS daily incoming national hotline system (NHS) reports, incoming correspondence, and assists the Senior Investigator assigned to the daily review of NHS reports.

Assists in recommending and developing investigative leads for case agents by data mining, for example, CLEAR and FINCEN reports, telephone records, social media outlets, and other sources of information.

With support, conducts computerized link analyses, and otherwise assists in the preparation of detailed investigative reports of findings to include quantitative and graphical representation of suspected wrongdoing.

Collects background information and financial reviews of subjects on behalf of case agents. Obtains and reviews other government and law enforcement agencies' investigative reports that relate to open investigations or projects.

Works with regional and headquarters based agents and investigators to assist in the timely reporting (within 24 hours) of significant events (safety-related events, enforcement actions, congressional inquiries, etc.) and their impacts.

Assists the SAC with the overall administration of HQOPS and field offices, including development of budgetary plans and coordination of procurement activities. Reviews and examines office administrative files to ensure all relevant documentation is properly filed and assembled in accordance with the applicable policies, procedures and regulations. Performs other administrative duties as required to assist, as directed, in the overall management of DOT/OIG.

Assembles and maintains case files and ensures all relevant evidence and documentation is properly titled and assembled in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and regulations.

Prepares grammatically correct, well-organized, complete, concise, and accurate written materials.

Compiles statistical and other data from ICMS and/or other sources to assist senior management in the evaluation of and ensuring the proper allocation of investigative resources consistent with organizational goals. Compiles data from the ICMS for testimony and compiles reports on case related topics for leadership’s use in evaluating organizational fitness and for high-level briefings.

Utilizes OIG procured data analytics software to prevent and detect fraud in DOT programs.

Coordinates with the OIG Office of Training and Development to ensure Office of Investigations employees are scheduled for and receive the appropriate training classes.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship
• Applicants will not expect to graduate before the Fall 2020 Semester
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Enrolled at least half time at a qualifying educational institution
• Must sign a Pathways Student Agreement
• This position is subject to a background investigation

You must be accepted for enrollment or enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year college or university, or graduate or professional school; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate on at least a half-time basis.

Maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 or greater. (G.P.A.'s are rounded to one decimal place. For example, 2.45 rounds to 2.5 and 2.44 rounds to 2.4).

You must be enrolled through the Fall 2020 semester and not expect to graduate prior to.

Qualifications

To qualify for the GS-5 Grade level: You must have at least 3 years of general experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4 that demonstrates the ability to:

1. Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions;
2. Plan and organize work; and
3. Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

OR 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree.

OR a combination of education and experience as listed above.

To qualify for the GS-7 Grade level: You must have at least one year of specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-5 Federal grade level. The specialized experience is experience in or related to investigations of criminal violations that provided the specific knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Experience includes but is not limited to providing investigative or inspection support for a law enforcement organization; fundamental research techniques sufficient to collect relevant data and perform computations and analyses; Written communication techniques sufficient to clearly and concisely summarize data from various sources; and skill in using graphs, charts, spreadsheets, and computer print outs to interpret data.

OR one full year of graduate level education in social sciences, business or public administration, behavioral sciences, and sociology. Course work in fields other than those specified may be accepted if it clearly provides applicants with the background knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance in the position to be filled.

One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent 1 year of full-time study. If that information cannot be determined from the school, 18 semester hours should be considered as equivalent to 1 year of full-time study;

Or Superior Academic Achievement (SAA): A Bachelor's degree in one of the above fields of study with SAA. SAA may be met in one of the following three ways:

1. Class Standing -Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, based on completed courses.

2. Grade Point Average-Applicants must have a GPS of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on 4 years of education, or based on the last 2 years of the curriculum; or a 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field, or the required courses completed in the major during the final 2 years of the curriculum.

3. Election to membership in a National Scholastic Honor Society- Applicants can be considered eligible for SAA based on membership in a national scholastic honor society that meets the minimum requirements of the Association of College Honor Societies. a master's degree, LL.B, J.D., or equivalent degree that demonstrates the competencies needed to do the work of the position may be substituted for the experience required;

OR a combination of education and experience as listed above.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Candidates will be assessed based on their eligibility requirements listed under qualifications and key requirements. Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualification requirements will not be further evaluated.
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