Summary This position is located in the Office of the Inspector General, Investigations Division. The supervisor is the Special Agent in Charge This position is non-bargaining unit. This position is subject to NRC security ownership restrictions and Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting and requirements. Salary includes 25% law enforcement availability pay upon successful completion of the Criminal Investigator Training Program. Responsibilities Serves as a Special Agent trainee in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) with the responsibility under the direction of the Special Agent in Charge (SAC), to assist with investigations and event inquiries as may be required to assure the integrity of operations of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB). Under the direction of the SAC, assists in investigations of possible violations of criminal laws or regulations and other irregularities in the administration of Commission programs and activities. Identifies, collects, examines, and preserves evidence under the supervision of senior special agents and/or the SAC using controlled and documented analytical and investigative techniques. Establishes preliminary findings for investigations as they relate to the jurisdiction of the NRC and documents these investigations in accordance with professional standards. Ensures that investigations are documented in accordance with the professional investigative standards developed and promulgated by the Inspector General community and with due regard to applicable laws and regulations. Selects, gathers, and organizes information from various sources such as other departments and agencies to include the Departments of Justice, Treasury, FBI, and other Inspector General offices. Performs other investigative duties as assigned by the SAC and the Investigations Divisions senior special agents. In the performance of duties, may be required to handle, review, access, and/or protect classified, sensitive, or other information that, if not protected, could potentially cause exceptionally grave damage to national security. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position. Successful completion of the Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA Successful completion of a pre-employment exam and physical prior to entry into position. Background investigation leading to a "Q" clearance is required. Applicants must be willing to commit to a one-year service obligation with the Office of the Inspector General. Telework Schedule Like all positions within the OIG, this is a hybrid-telework position, combining virtual work with in-person work. The in-person component involves attendance at the OIG office, located within the NRC Headquarters building (free garage parking), at least three days per week, that is, at least six days per two week pay period, subject to revision by the Inspector General. There is flexibility as to which in-person days are chosen. The person selected for this position will be required to relocate to the Washington, DC metropolitan area within 120 days after accepting the position if residing more than 50 miles from NRC headquarters. Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as experience providing technical, and administrative oversight for various programs or activities at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, which contribute to the success of the agency's programs, operations, and/or activities. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Ability to conduct investigations or inspections, prepare written summaries and reports, and analyze results and/or findings in line with good investigative report writing techniques. Knowledge of applicable administrative policies, practices, and procedures within the Federal Government and the NRC. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with NRC personnel, private industry, law enforcement personnel, Congressional personnel, and other personnel. Ability to learn the correct techniques and use of firearms and defensive tactics. Knowledge in either the collection, preparation, documentation, analysis and/or preservation of physical and documentary evidence or information pertinent to the Federal government. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: Failure to demonstrate this knowledge and/or experience will result in the immediate disqualification from consideration. This selective placement factor is in addition to the competencies listed above. Candidates for this vacancy must possess either formal education as confirmed by a college degree/certification or at least 2 or more year's experience in one or more of the following knowledge areas: Misconduct Investigations Engineering Physical Sciences Contracts Program Fraud NOTE: Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials may result in your removal from consideration. If selected for an interview, you may be asked to provide a writing sample in essay form along with an attestation as to its authorship. Additionally, during your interview, you may be required to respond verbally to hypothetical scenarios that reflect real-world issues, problems, and taskings that an OIG Special Agent may face on a daily basis. Failure to provide a writing sample and/or respond to the scenarios may disqualify you from further consideration. Candidates are subject to the maximum age of original entry into law enforcement positions with this agency, which is 37, unless they have previous service in a Federal civilian law enforcement position covered by special law enforcement retirement provisions or are a preference-eligible veteran. If selected for this position, you will be required to carry and use a firearm following the completion of the Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP). Furthermore, upon completion of CITP, maintaining firearm proficiency will be mandatory. Failure to meet or maintain the requirements for the Criminal Investigator series 1811 and/or the NRC OIG Investigation's Handbook will result in the immediate removal from employment, no later than 60 days after official notice is issued to employee. Education There is no degree requirement for this position; however, a bachelor's degree or higher is desired. Further information regarding the training associated with the Criminal Investigator series (1811) is below: OPM Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1811 series FLETC's Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) Physical Performance Requirements for FLETC CITP trainees Additional Information The NRC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Selective Placement Coordinator for assistance with the application or hiring process via ...@nrc.gov. Deaf applicants may contact the Disability Program Manager by calling the NRC videophone at 240-###-####. The NRC is a zero-tolerance agency with respect to illegal drug use. Individuals selected for this position will be subject to pre-appointment drug testing unless currently in a NRC position subject to random drug testing AND will be subject to random drug testing upon appointment to the NRC. How You will be Evaluated: When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skill and ability related to the job requirements. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager.