Supervisory Criminal Investigator

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Organizational

Location:

This position is within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Professional Responsibility, Investigative Operations Division, located in San Francisco, California;
McAllen, Texas; and Los Angeles, California. This is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Category Rating, Veterans' Preference and traditional rating and ranking do not apply to this Public Notice.

• The Supervisory Criminal Investigator is responsible for the administration, management, and oversight of investigative activities and special operations assigned to a field office or area of responsibility.
• This position starts at a salary of $ (GS-14, Step
  1) to $ (GS-14, Step 10).
• Typical work responsibilities include: performing the full range of supervisory responsibilities, serving as a direct liaison and the focal point for agency personnel engaged in conducting criminal investigations, identifying agency resource needs and coordinating jurisdictional issues with other law enforcement agencies, ensuring the workforce effectively identifies elements of proof, develops investigative plans and strategies, identifies and collects evidence and prepares witness and subject interviews, communicating performance requirements and evaluating work performance, supervising planning and implementation of significant criminal investigation strategies and providing technical consultation on complex and controversial matters.

Eligibility and general requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below).
• All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English.
• You may be required to pass a background investigation and/or polygraph.
• CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures.
• As an employee of CBP, you will be part of a workforce dedicated to the mission while upholding government ethics standards, including rules about outside employment and potential conflicts of interest. Review further details via the provided link.
• DHS uses E-Verify to confirm work eligibility. Learn more about E-Verify rights and responsibilities.
• Financial Disclosure is required.
• Bargaining Unit:
  This position is not covered under the bargaining unit.
• Mobility Agreement:
  Selectees must sign a mobility agreement upon acceptance. Relocation to another duty location may be required during employment.
• Motor Vehicle Operation:
  Ability to operate a Government Owned Vehicle and a valid, non-restricted driver's license is required.
• Relocation expenses will be paid per Federal Travel Regulation limits and agency policy.

Qualifications

You qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, including duties such as:

• Conducting criminal and/or administrative investigations on employees and/or associated individuals suspected of misconduct, corruption, extortion and other violations affecting national security.
• Leading investigations involving jurisdictional overlap with other law enforcement agencies, directing operations, assigning tasks, and monitoring task completion.
• Preparing detailed reports of investigations and briefings to agency management, U.S. Attorney's Office and/or local District Attorney's Office; drafting and executing search and arrest warrants, subpoenas, electronic surveillance orders and affidavits.
• Mentoring and assisting in the professional development of less experienced or newly hired agents requiring developmental or technical assistance.
• Representing the agency in meetings, conferences, and briefings; liaising with mission partners to further investigative goals and maintain relationships.

Note: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement; otherwise you will be found ineligible. See the "Required Documents" section for additional resume requirements. Experience may include paid and unpaid work, volunteer service, and National Service programs. All qualifying experience, including volunteer experience, will be credited.

You must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable, subject to verification at any stage of the application process by 01/30/2026. If you have held political positions, you may need to disclose this information to the Human Resources Office as applicable to OPM guidelines.

Background and Medical considerations

• Background Investigation: CBP requires a thorough background investigation prior to employment. Questions may cover felony convictions or charges, use of illegal drugs, and controlled substances, with more information in the linked resources.
• Medical Examination:
  Applicants must meet medical standards; a medical examination will be conducted if selected.
• Firearms Requirement:
  You must carry a firearm and maintain firearm proficiency;…