Criminal Investigator
At the entry level of this position, you will:
- Participate and assist senior EPA-CID Special Agents in conducting environmental crimes investigations, often complex in nature requiring use of techniques to effectively collect, interpret, and evaluate the associated regulations and alleged crimes. This includes multi-jurisdictional investigations and investigating associated Title 18 offenses. - With assistance and under supervision, develop and prepare operational plans, affidavits, search warrants, grand jury subpoenas requests, and arrest warrants. - Assist with identifying and developing leads and/or investigative initiatives; often with other federal, state, and local contacts, in accordance with EPA's mission and directives. - With assistance and supervision of senior Special Agents, properly prepare and develop accurate and complete, investigative activity reports and summary reports in a timely manner. When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. Criminal Investigators - Special Provisions Medical Requirements:
You must be found to be physically fit by an authorized government physician to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties. Age Requirements:
You must be at least 21 years of age and not older than 36 at the time of appointment. In accordance with PL 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirements provisions; therefore, you must be appointed before reaching your 37th birthday unless you presently serve or have previously served in a Federal civilian law enforcement retirement-covered position. Basic Agent Training Requirements:
You must successfully complete and pass the required Basic Agent Training Program. Failure to pass the training program will result in separation from EPA. Law Enforcement Training:
You must successfully complete the 9-week Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Basic Criminal Investigator training program and the 8-week Environmental Investigations Basic training program at Glynco, GA. You must pass the training program on the first attempt or you will be removed from this position and failure may result in separation from the Agency. You are exempt from this training if you have previously completed the program. You must meet qualifications to carry a firearm. Lautenberg Notice:
Title 18 USC, Section 911 (g), automatically disqualifies anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence from being appointed to this position. You must not have been convicted of a felony crime. Work Schedule:
The hours are long and irregular. You must be available at all times, to include holidays. You may also be sent on extended temporary duty station assignments away from your assigned office. You may be reassigned to different duty locations throughout the U.S. based on the needs of the Agency. You must have a valid driver's license and be able to operate a Government-owned or leased motor vehicle. You do not need a degree to qualify for this position.We are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below:
To qualify for the GS-09 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-07 level defined as assisting in conducting criminal investigations; processing information to identify and develop investigative leads in support of criminal investigations; and preparing written reports.- OR master's or equivalent graduate degree; or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.B. or J.D., if related; degree in an academic discipline related to this position- OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. To qualify for the GS-11 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-09 level defined as conducting criminal investigations involving federal or state task forces; preparing affidavits for search warrants and arrest warrants; and making arrests.- OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.M., in an academic discipline related to this position- OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge in applying criminal provisions of environmental protection statues, laws, regulations and of the elements of environmental crimes and techniques. 2. Knowledge of what constitutes a crime or violation as defined in pertinent statues, including Title 18 of the U.S. Code, and what statutes with anti-fraud or similar criminal penalties. 3. Knowledge of investigative techniques, including laws and decisions relating to investigative procedures; search and seizure; and functions ad jurisdictions of federal, state and local agencies. 4. Skill in identifying and utilizing sources of information, reviewing regulatory and permit files, and private and public records. 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.If you have part-time work experience, read this:
EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
- Participate and assist senior EPA-CID Special Agents in conducting environmental crimes investigations, often complex in nature requiring use of techniques to effectively collect, interpret, and evaluate the associated regulations and alleged crimes. This includes multi-jurisdictional investigations and investigating associated Title 18 offenses. - With assistance and under supervision, develop and prepare operational plans, affidavits, search warrants, grand jury subpoenas requests, and arrest warrants. - Assist with identifying and developing leads and/or investigative initiatives; often with other federal, state, and local contacts, in accordance with EPA's mission and directives. - With assistance and supervision of senior Special Agents, properly prepare and develop accurate and complete, investigative activity reports and summary reports in a timely manner. When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. Criminal Investigators - Special Provisions Medical Requirements:
You must be found to be physically fit by an authorized government physician to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties. Age Requirements:
You must be at least 21 years of age and not older than 36 at the time of appointment. In accordance with PL 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirements provisions; therefore, you must be appointed before reaching your 37th birthday unless you presently serve or have previously served in a Federal civilian law enforcement retirement-covered position. Basic Agent Training Requirements:
You must successfully complete and pass the required Basic Agent Training Program. Failure to pass the training program will result in separation from EPA. Law Enforcement Training:
You must successfully complete the 9-week Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's Basic Criminal Investigator training program and the 8-week Environmental Investigations Basic training program at Glynco, GA. You must pass the training program on the first attempt or you will be removed from this position and failure may result in separation from the Agency. You are exempt from this training if you have previously completed the program. You must meet qualifications to carry a firearm. Lautenberg Notice:
Title 18 USC, Section 911 (g), automatically disqualifies anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence from being appointed to this position. You must not have been convicted of a felony crime. Work Schedule:
The hours are long and irregular. You must be available at all times, to include holidays. You may also be sent on extended temporary duty station assignments away from your assigned office. You may be reassigned to different duty locations throughout the U.S. based on the needs of the Agency. You must have a valid driver's license and be able to operate a Government-owned or leased motor vehicle. You do not need a degree to qualify for this position.We are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below:
To qualify for the GS-09 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-07 level defined as assisting in conducting criminal investigations; processing information to identify and develop investigative leads in support of criminal investigations; and preparing written reports.- OR master's or equivalent graduate degree; or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.B. or J.D., if related; degree in an academic discipline related to this position- OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. To qualify for the GS-11 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-09 level defined as conducting criminal investigations involving federal or state task forces; preparing affidavits for search warrants and arrest warrants; and making arrests.- OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.M., in an academic discipline related to this position- OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge in applying criminal provisions of environmental protection statues, laws, regulations and of the elements of environmental crimes and techniques. 2. Knowledge of what constitutes a crime or violation as defined in pertinent statues, including Title 18 of the U.S. Code, and what statutes with anti-fraud or similar criminal penalties. 3. Knowledge of investigative techniques, including laws and decisions relating to investigative procedures; search and seizure; and functions ad jurisdictions of federal, state and local agencies. 4. Skill in identifying and utilizing sources of information, reviewing regulatory and permit files, and private and public records. 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.If you have part-time work experience, read this:
EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
- Department:
1811 Criminal Investigation - Salary Range:
$75,518 to $118,778 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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