Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement and Compliance Specialist

NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Office of Inspector General, seeks an Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement and Compliance Specialist in Florida to conduct investigations into fraud, corruption, theft, and other violations of federal law affecting NASA programs and operations.

You will gather and analyze evidence, coordinate with law enforcement partners, advise leadership, and recommend corrective actions to address fraud, waste, and misconduct.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in criminal investigations and reporting of findings.
• Experience applying federal procurement/contracting regulations and tracing financial transactions.
• Knowledge of investigative policy development and coordination with law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct investigations of suspected federal criminal violations affecting NASA programs.
• Obtain facts and evidence by contacting personnel, organizations and reviewing records.
• Interview complainants, witnesses and suspects; administer oaths and subpoenas when needed.
• Advise leadership and develop corrective actions based on findings.
• Coordinate investigative functions with NASA OIG and other agencies.
• Track responses to findings to ensure timely follow-up.

Skills

Investigative techniques

Surveillance

Undercover operations

Evidence collection

Interviewing witnesses

Trial preparation

Regulatory compliance

Financial forensics

Job description

Summary

As an Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement and Compliance Specialist with NASA's Office of Inspector General, you will conduct investigations involving fraud, corruption, theft, and other violations of federal law affecting NASA programs and operations. You will gather and analyze evidence, coordinate with law enforcement partners, advise leadership, and recommend corrective actions to address fraud, waste, abuse, and misconduct.

Duties

• Plans and conducts investigations of suspected federal criminal violations, including fraud, bribery, embezzlement, false claims, conflicts of interest, conspiracy, and theft affecting NASA programs and operations.
• Contacts agency personnel, businesses, and other organizations to obtain facts, statements, records, and other evidence related to investigative allegations.
• Interviews complainants, witnesses, and suspects; interrogate subjects; make arrests; administer oaths for affidavits; and serve administrative and grand jury subpoenas to obtain evidence.
• Makes recommendations to the Assistant Special Agent in charge regarding investigative policy and procedures for investigations conducted by or for NASA.
• Recommends corrective actions for identified problems, abuses, and deficiencies, and tracks management responses to investigative findings to ensure timely follow-up.
• Participates in the liaison and coordination of investigative functions between the NASA OIG and other law enforcement and governmental agencies.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• This position may require a one-year probationary period. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. See Additional Information section.
• Current Federal employees must meet qualifications, time in grade, and 90 days after competitive appointment requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
• Position subject to pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance. Investigation/Clearance may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
• This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation. This position will be subject to random drug testing after the applicant is hired.

Qualifications

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.

To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level.

• Conducting criminal investigations using specialized investigative techniques, such as surveillance, undercover operations, self-defense procedures, and responding to emergency situations involving individuals or groups.
• Collecting and analyzing investigative evidence, documenting findings, presenting investigative results to Prosecuting Attorneys, and assisting with trial or hearing preparation.
• Applying federal procurement and contracting regulations, analyzing and tracing financial transactions, examining fiscal accounts and records, and reviewing payroll records to identify potential irregularities.

Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement.

CTAP/ICTAP (Career Transition Assistance Program) Eligibility

• Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position. The questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility.
• Be well qualified for this position to receive consideration. Candidates rated in the 'Best Qualified' category are considered well-qualified. Please see 'How You Will Be Evaluated' for more information.
• Submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP as indicated in 'Required Documents'.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests

If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.

Per Executive Order 14343

This position is not part of a bargaining unit.

Probationary Period

May be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government;
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Commitment Statement

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.