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Background Investigator Jobs in District of Columbia

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Washington Dc, District of Columbia

li>Exceptional written and oral communication skills, such as typing detailed, extensive, and lengthy reports and includes:

Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.

25 days ago

Washington Dc, District of Columbia

li>Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience. The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.

13 days ago

p>Conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals and review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case or to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation. The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI's government contract for the work location.

30+ days ago

Exceptional written and oral communication skills, such as typing detailed, extensive, and lengthy reports and includes: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.

30+ days ago

Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience. The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI's government contract for the work location.

30+ days ago

Washington, DC

$89,508–$138,370 / year

Specialized Experience for the GS-12 level: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or equivalent public or private sector experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the following duties or work assignments below: Conducting the full range of criminal investigations of greater than average complexity and importance using accepted methodology and problem-solving techniques. If you are claiming eligibility under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA), you must submit: A copy of your DD-214 that shows active service and character of discharge (member copy 4, Separated Members only) OR a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions within 120 days from the date of application (Current Active Duty Members only).

30+ days ago

$125,776–$197,200 / year

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Organizational Budget Formulation: Formulates, executes, complies with, and advises the SAC on the OI annual operating budget gathering and analyzing data from regional offices, projecting resource requirements, and preparing detailed budget estimates, narratives, and justification documents for submission with the OIG annual budget request.

Congressional Reporting, Stakeholder Coordination & Organizational Compliance: Leads OIs contribution to the Inspector Generals Semiannual Report to Congress by directing the analysis, verification, and accurate characterization of investigative results, emerging trends, and significant accomplishments for each reporting period.

9 days ago

Washington, DC

$57,188–$97,087 / year

strong>Relocation expenses reimbursed: No ### Appointment Details Appointment type: Permanent Work schedule: Full-time Service: Competitive Promotion potential: 13 Job family Series: 1811 Criminal Investigation Supervisory status: No Security clearance: Top Secret Drug test: Yes Position sensitivity and risk: Critical-Sensitive CSHigh Risk Trust determination process: Credentialing, Suitability, Fitness, National security, Financial disclosure (Yes - Requires a financial disclosure agreement). Bargaining unit status: No Announcement number: OIG-HQ-2026-0006 Control number: 861532700 ### This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Career transition: CTAP, ICTAP, RPL Federal employees whose job agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

30+ days ago

Washington, DC
$143,913–$187,093 / year
Your responsibilities would include, but would not be limited to: providing guidance to criminal investigators and other staff by establishing guidelines and performance procedures; reviews and evaluates allegations and recommends appropriate investigative activity by providing direction to ensure the policies and procedures of the OIG are adhered to and the evaluation activities are carried out in the most efficient and effective manner. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and (for scored examining) score 85 or better on established ranking criteria OR (for category rating criteria) rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria.
30+ days ago

DC
$113,356–$147,365 / year
Veterans please see OPM Vet Guide https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/). To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire.
10 days ago

DC
$89,508–$138,370 / year
As a Criminal Investigator at the GS-13 the incumbent will perform the following duties: Independently plans and conducts all aspects of complex program and grant fraud investigations, gathering and obtaining evidence, participating in surveillance operations, interviews, and the drafting of third-party request letters and subpoenas. As a Criminal Investigator at the GS-12 the incumbent will perform the following duties: Plans and conducts complex and sensitive investigations and performs most aspects of investigations such as gathering and obtaining evidence, participating in surveillance operations, interviews, and the drafting of third-party request letters and subpoenas.
30+ days ago

DC
$57,188–$97,087 / year
Help This job is also open in another announcement to Federal employees - Competitive service Career transition CTAP ICTAP RPL Land and base management Veterans Military spouses Individuals with disabilities Family of overseas employees Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista Special authorities.
Assists in planning investigations and performs relatively routine aspects of investigations such as assisting with gathering and obtaining evidence participating in surveillance operations interviews and the drafting of third-party request letters and subpoenas.
30+ days ago

Washington, DC
$43,106–$68,549 / year
However, if you are applying as a https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans, individual with a https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/individuals-with-disabilities, or a https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition , you will be required to provide other supporting documents as applicable. (2) Grade-point average (G.P.A.) - have a grade-point average of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.
15 days ago

Washington, DC
$54,485–$70,307 / year
p>The mission of the USMS includes protection of the judiciary, court security, witness security, asset forfeiture, apprehending fugitives and violent offenders, apprehending and prosecuting unregistered sex offenders, prisoner transportation, management, and custody, and providing assistance in matters of Federal emergencies and other critical incidents. This specialized experience must be gained in a full time certified law enforcement officer position(s) which includes:
Independently execute and enforce the civil and/or criminal process;
Plan the execution of warrants of arrest;
Plan and carry out investigations;
Execute warrants of arrest;
Lead security assignments for court proceedings in criminal and/or civil trials; or.
30+ days ago

DC
$102,415–$133,142 / year
p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience for the respective grade level in which you are applying:
To qualify at the GS-12 level, you must possess:
Specialized Experience: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing (5) of the (6) duties listed below:
Using a wide range of investigative methods to identify and investigate criminal violations;
Identifying, seizing and preserving evidence;
Testifying in local and/or federal courts and before local and/or federal grand juries;
Conducting investigations involving one or more of the following: fraud, bribery and/or public corruption, national security related offenses, cybercrimes, money laundering, violent crimes, domestic violence and sexual offenses;
Drafting search warrants and other complex written investigative documents with little or no supervisory assistance; and/or.
Other supporting documents:
Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable:
In order to verify your Veterans Preference entitlement, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); or if you are a current Active Duty member you must submit a certification on appropriate military branch letterhead that indicates:1) your service dates, 2) expected discharge or release date from active duty with a release/discharge date no later than 120 days from the closing date of this announcement, and 3) the character of service (e.g., Honorable); or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
11 days ago

DC
p>Recruits and leads a diverse multi-disciplined staff of professional criminal investigators to ensure they receive the appropriate mentoring and training for professional development; and ensures that all investigations and related work products and reports are accurate and timely and in compliance with established investigative policies and procedures and in accordance with Council of Inspector General on Integrity & Efficiency (CIGIE), Department of Justice (DOJ)/Attorney General (AG), federal law enforcement best practices, and all appropriate District of Columbia legal requirements.
The SAC is responsible and accountable for providing effective leadership, and daily management and supervision of all investigative operations, staff, programs, administrative functions; in addition, track and monitor all investigations and casework for optimum results, and in compliance with established investigative policies and procedures; routinely consults with the AIGI and DAIGI on daily operations and activities of IU and the overall mission and strategic plans of OIG and IU.
10 days ago

Washington, DC
$143,913–$187,093 / year
p>To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12910845To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account (https://usajobs.gov). Specialized experience is defined as: using a wide range of investigative methods in planning, coordinating and conducting investigations in support of criminal prosecution; recognizing, seizing and preserving evidence; advising and updating attorneys and management during investigations and prosecutions; preparing reports and exhibits to document the findings of investigations and testifying (including while subject to cross examination) in a variety of hearings and matters, such as before grand and petite juries.
30+ days ago

Washington, DC
$151,661–$228,000 / year
TQ-3: Demonstrated skill and executive level experience in establishing and maintaining liaison with high level Federal, state, and local officials, representatives of foreign governments, and other Federal law enforcement agencies and private sectors experts in the coordination of extensive protective security plans for high-ranking officials. Please read and retain these documents: Noncriminal Justice Applicants Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and.
30+ days ago

New
Washington, DC
$74,678–$97,087 / year
p>The Orlando VA Healthcare System, officially established in October 2006, was designated as a 1a facility in 2021, serving more than 131,000 Veterans in Central Florida and includes a 120-bed Community Living Center, two Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Programs/Domiciliary (60-beds located at the Lake Nona Campus and 58-beds at the Lake Baldwin Campus), one Health Care Center in Viera, a medical center in Orlando (Lake Baldwin campus), a Multispecialty Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Daytona Beach, and five Community-Based Outpatient Clinics located in Clermont, Kissimmee, Deltona, Palm Bay and Tavares. This position works in a unique VA environment where the continual existence and level of serious crimes are on par with crimes such as homicide, involve an extensive supply chain fraud network, large scale drug diversion, prostitution rings requiring surveillance, and/or sophisticated multi-state schemes to steal from or harm VA property, Veterans, or personnel visiting or working at a VA property.
3 days ago

Washington, DC
$121,785–$158,322 / year
If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office by providing a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and.
Typical work assignments include:
Providing leadership for a team of investigators, which entails the distribution of assigned work, coordination and quality assurance of investigative operations, monitoring status and progress of assignments, and resolving conflicts and issues as they arise.
30+ days ago

DC
$143,913–$187,093 / year
p>Current Federal employees serving under a career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service; former Federal employees with reinstatement eligibility; applicants eligible for appointment under special appointing authorities (Sch A; VEOA, etc); special selection priority consideration under either the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Transition Assistance (ICTAP) Program for well-qualified displaced or surplus candidates within the local commuting area.
Your resume will be evaluated based on the following competencies:
Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
18 days ago

Washington, DC
$102,415–$133,142 / year
Required, if applicable: VEOA documentation In order to verify your Veterans Preference entitlement, please submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); or if you are a current Active Duty member you must submit a certification on appropriate military branch letterhead that indicates: 1) your service dates, 2) expected discharge or release date from active duty with a release/discharge date no later than 120 days from the closing date of this announcement, and 3) the character of service (e.g., Honorable). If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office by providing a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: Position title; Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee); Agency; and.
30+ days ago

New
DC
$107,446–$139,684 / year
p>GS-14: Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level or pay band in the Federal service that includes performing the following duties: 1) Planning, conducting, and overseeing investigations involving a vast range of subjects that encompass large, complex, and multi-mission organizations and can lead to cases of multi-jurisdictional, national, or international significance; 2) Overseeing development of investigations, statistical data, and reports to evaluate and determine goals and objectives; 3) Planning subordinate work assignments, and setting priorities and deadlines; and 4) Using breadth of technical and investigative knowledge, skills, and tools to discern and resolve conflicting facts or evidence. If you choose to use your own resume, you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position: Job title; Name of employer; Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format); Hours worked per week - we will assume full-time unless otherwise stated and we will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience; Detailed description of job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable); and series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position).
5 days ago

DC
$43,106–$68,549 / year
SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT: Completion of all requirements for a bachelors degree in a field or expect to complete all requirements within the next nine months; and education meets at least one of the following requirements for superior academic achievement: 1) class standing in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision based on completed courses; 2) grade point average of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on the official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; 3) grade point average of 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 in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; OR 4) election to membership in a national scholastic honor society listed by the Association of College Honor Societies. Diversion Investigators enforce the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and the Chemical Diversion and Trafficking Act (CDTA) regarding the manufacture, distribution and dispensing of legally produced controlled substances and listed chemicals in order to prevent diversion of controlled substances and listed chemicals into the illicit market, while ensuring an adequate uninterrupted supply of pharmaceutical controlled substances and listed chemicals to meet the legitimate medical, commercial and scientific needs of the public.
30+ days ago

New
Washington, DC
$118,675–$185,283 / year
p>The Food and Drug Administration is the regulatory, scientific, public health, and consumer protection agency responsible for ensuring that all human and animal drugs, and medical devices are safe and effective, that cosmetics, foods, food additives, drugs and medicated feeds for food producing animals, and radiation emitting devices are safe, and that all such products marketed in the United States are adequately, truthfully and informatively labeled and safely and properly stored, transported, manufactured packaged and regulated.
In order to qualify for the Senior Investigator II (Produce) position which falls under the 0696 occupational Series, you must meet the following requirements by 11:59 pm EST on 06/30/2026:
Basic Qualification Requirements: This Investigator job family covers professional positions that conduct inspections in FDA regulated industries and prepare and submit reports accompanied by supporting evidence documenting violations of the FD&C Act and other laws, regulations, and requirements administered by FDA.
4 days ago

DC
$74,345–$96,654 / year
p>Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes preventing, detecting, and investigating accidents, crimes, and misconduct, apprehending violators, assisting citizens in emergency situations, maintaining order, protecting life, property and the civil rights of individuals, and assisting in the prosecution of criminals. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
11 days ago

DC
$85,000–$105,000 / year
Communication skills, Ability to interact professionally and effectively with all levels of staff, including AUSAs, support staff, client agencies, debtors, debtor attorneys, and their staff, court personnel, business executives, witnesses, and the public. The candidate must take the initiative to ask questions to successfully complete tasks, perform detailed work consistently accurately and under pressure, and be enthusiastic about learning and applying knowledge to provide excellent litigation support to the client.
30+ days ago

New
Washington, DC
$126,384–$164,301 / year
p>GS-15: Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level or pay band in the Federal service that includes performing the following duties: 1) Planning, conducting, and overseeing investigations encompassing the manufacturing, importing and trafficking of licit drugs and the diversion of chemicals which may involve large, complex and multi-mission organizations and lead to cases of multi-jurisdictional, national, or international significance; 2) Providing guidance in order to prevent and eliminate the illicit diversion of controlled pharmaceuticals and listed chemicals; 3) Ensuring administrative, operational, and legal program compliance; 4) Assisting in developing division wide policies pertaining to the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), the Chemical Diversion and Trafficking Act (CDTA), and the Narcotic Addict Treatment Act; and 5) Detecting violations and pursuing appropriate administrative, civil, and/or judicial action. If you choose to use your own resume, you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position: Job title; Name of employer; Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format); Hours worked per week - we will assume full-time unless otherwise stated and we will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience; Detailed description of job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable); and series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position).
3 days ago

DC
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Establishes and verifies relationships among all facts and evidence obtained or presented to confirm the authenticity of documents corroborate witness statements and otherwise build proof necessary to successful case resolution.
30+ days ago

DC
Establishes and verifies relationships among all facts and evidence obtained or presented to confirm the authenticity of documents corroborate witness statements and otherwise build proof necessary to successful case resolution. • Provides analysis relevant to violations of federal law including but not limited to money laundering, wire fraud, mail fraud, bank fraud, health care fraud, procurement fraud, and fraud related to other federal programs.
30+ days ago

Washington, DC
$90,968–$158,322 / year
Open to Federal career or career conditional employees in the competitive service; displaced Federal employees with CTAP or ICTAP eligibility; Military Spouses; individuals eligible for VEOA; 30% disabled veterans; foreign service employees; national service (Peace Corps/VISTA); USPHS officers and officer candidates; certain former overseas employees; former employees with reinstatement eligibility; and individuals with disabilities. Spouse of a service member who incurred a 100% disability because of the service members active duty service, you are required to submit a copy of your spouses DD-214 and a copy of documentation from the Department of Veterans Affairs or the Department of Defense indicating the service member has a disability rating of 100% due to a service connected disability.
30 days ago

New
Washington, DC
$125,776–$163,514 / year
li>Veterans Preference documentation - If you are a veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member Copy - 4) and, if applicable, and Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference and an official document dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces that supports your claim. For more information about ICTAP, go to: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition.
3 days ago

DC
$82,950.66–$114,012.01 / year
Facilitating impartial informal resolutions, rooted in restorative justice principles, that are aimed at identifying the harms experienced and identifying actions that can be taken to acknowledge harm, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects; Communicating with students, faculty, and staff i. Yes Employee Onsite Status Hybrid Telework: Yes Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.
30+ days ago

DC
$74,041.08–$90,000 / year
li>Facilitating impartial informal resolutions, rooted in restorative justice principles, that are aimed at identifying the harms experienced and identifying actions that can be taken to acknowledge harm, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects;
Communicating with students, faculty, and staff is a clear and compassionate manner. Yes Employee Onsite Status Hybrid Telework: Yes Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.
30+ days ago

Washington, DC
Previous Experience: Demonstrated proficiency in covert surveillance techniques, capturing high-quality video footage, and preparing thorough, well-organized investigative reports. This role involves performing both stationary and mobile surveillance, obtaining video and photographic evidence, and preparing thorough, detailed reports for clients.
30+ days ago

DC
$101,206–$131,571 / year
p>Status Candidates, Merit Promotion, Current Federal Employees, Former Federal Employees, Overseas Employees, Former Overseas Employees, CTAP, ICTAP, VRA , VEOA, 30% Disabled, Schedule A, Individuals with Disabilities, Military Spouses, Land and Base Management, Peace Corps, Americorps, Vista For definitions of common terms found in this announcement: http://dhsconnect.dhs.gov/org/comp/mgmt/dhshr/hr/Documents/JOA_Common_Definitions.pdf.
Military Spouses (if applicable) - You MUST submit verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e., a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage) AND: (1) a copy of your spouses active military orders; OR (2) verification of your spouses 100% service-connected disability (VA Letter and/or DD-214); OR (3) verification of the service members death while on active duty (DD-1300/Death Certificate).
9 days ago

DC
$50,241–$82,301 / year
During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions, the use of illegal drugs and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances including any experimentation, possession, sale, receipt, manufacture, cultivation, production, transfer, shipping, trafficking, or distribution of controlled substances. Criminal Investigator Training Program: Criminal Investigators must complete and pass an initial course of basic training, specifically the Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) and the ATF Special Agent Basic Training (SABT) at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia.
27 days ago

New
Washington, DC
$63,940–$91,815 / year
p>If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:
Best-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position & demonstrate high proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all Selective Placement Factors (SPF) & appropriate Quality Ranking Factors (QRF) as determined by the job analysis. If you are a current active duty military member who does not have a DD214 and is claiming eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating you will be discharged/released under honorable conditions from active duty within 120 days from the date you submit your certification as part of your application for this announcement.
4 days ago

Washington, DC
Remote
Full time
li style="list-style-type:disc">Conduct rigorous review of document productions to identify key facts, patterns, inconsistencies, and gaps; analyze documents in context to surface unreported insights and emerging trends, and synthesize findings into clear, accurate, and strategically useful outputs such as newsworthy narratives that advance government accountability or actionable insights that equip partners’ advocacy and litigation.
RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):
Monitor news and track other sources to identify emerging issues where American Oversight’s investigations can have the greatest impact, and proactively propose strategic, high-impact ideas that leverage public records and open-source intelligence.
30+ days ago

New
Washington DC
Remote
This role requires deep cybersecurity subject-matter expertise to detect and respond to malicious activity, assess threat actor behavior at the organizational level, and handle escalated cases requiring senior technical judgment.
About 10a Labs: 10a Labs is the safety and threat-intelligence layer trusted by frontier AI labs, AI unicorns, Fortune 10 companies, and leading global technology platforms.
4 days ago

New
Washington DC
Remote
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About 10a Labs: 10a Labs is the safety and threat-intelligence layer trusted by frontier AI labs, AI unicorns, Fortune 10 companies, and leading global technology platforms. Our adversarial red teaming, model evaluations, and intelligence collection enable engineering, safety, and security teams to stay ahead of evolving threats and deploy AI systems safely.
4 days ago

Washington, DC
$102,415–$133,142 / year
Open to career or career conditional employees in the competitive service; Displaced Federal employees with CTAP or ICTAP eligibility; Military Spouses; Veterans, including 30% disabled veterans; Individuals eligible for VEOA appointments; Foreign service employees; National Service (Peace Corps/VISTA); USPHS officers and officer candidates; Certain former overseas employees; Former employees with reinstatement eligibility; and Individuals with disabilities. Spouse of a service member who incurred a 100% disability because of the service members active duty service, you are required to submit a copy of your spouses DD-214 and a copy of documentation from the Department of Veterans Affairs or the Department of Defense indicating the service member has a disability rating of 100% due to a service connected disability.
23 days ago

DC
$65,062–$117,291 / year
li>Performs concurrent and retrospective coding and documentation or clinical review audits of respective plan service areas including Behavioral Health services and other duties as assigned to detect potential compliance and/or fraud waste and abuse.
CCS-Certified Coding Specialist At least one coding credential required: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required.
9 days ago

DC
$48,854–$82,938 / year
is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership:
Class Standing: Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class, based on completed courses;
Grade Point Average: Applicants must have a grade point average of:
3.0 or higher: Based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; OR;
3.5 or higher: Based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; OR;
Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society: Applicants can be considered eligible based on membership in one of the national scholastic honor societies recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies OR;
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
Conducts complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug related activities;
Prepares comprehensive and succinct criminal investigative reports and prepares and delivers briefings for senior personnel and other Federal, state, and local agencies;
Identifies and apprehends drug traffickers and arresting individuals engaged in criminal drug activities;
Gathers and analyzes evidence through investigative leads, seizures, arrests, execution of search warrants, and a variety of other means;
Testifies on behalf of the Federal government in court or before grand juries.
30+ days ago

DC
$126,947–$165,037 / year
Our mission is to protect rights related to minimum wage, overtime, child labor, family and medical leave, employment conditions for migrant workers, lie detector tests, garnishments, prevailing wages on government-funded contracts, labor provisions of several guest worker programs, and more.
Visit the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center for practice assessments and assessment preparation resources at https://support-usahire.opm.gov/hc/en-us.
15 days ago

Washington, DC
Receives and analyzes complaints/allegations under procedures identified and against applicable laws, regulations, and policies regarding potential credibility and conducts interviews and ensures that all District employees and non-employees interviewed during an official investigation are provided all requisite warnings, as the circumstances warrant. Assists the Department of Justice and Districts United States Attorney''s Office in preparing cases for prosecution; Assists the District of Columbia Office of the Attorney General in preparing cases for civil litigation and testify in legal proceedings as required.
24 days ago

Washington, DC
$65,062–$117,291 / year
Performs concurrent and retrospective coding and documentation or clinical review audits of respective plan service areas including Behavioral Health services and other duties as assigned to detect potential compliance and/or fraud waste and abuse. Conducts provider coding and documentation audits for specific provider types including behavioral health for MFC DC depending upon the health plan that this role supports (MFC MD or MFC DC).
10 days ago

DC
Remote
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Xcelerate Solutions is seeking an experienced background investigations professional to join our leadership team as a Field Team Lead, supporting national security and suitability investigations across multiple contracts.
20 days ago

DC
$90,925–$118,204 / year
p>You qualify for the GS-13 level (starting salary $121,785.00) if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level performing duties such as:
Implementing guidance for applying security policies, procedures, techniques, equipment, and methods to a variety of work situations with differing degrees/levels of security controls (e.g., Control Tactics; Firearms; Physical Skills; or equivalent investigative/protective methods/ techniques.
Participating in the design, development, and delivery of training programs and course materials for criminal investigators, law enforcement officers, and administrative, professional, and technical staff;
Teaching criminal investigators or police officers within a training facility in at least one law enforcement specialty area (e.g., Control Tactics; Firearms; Physical Skills; or equivalent investigative/protective methods or techniques).
9 days ago

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