Investigative Specialist

This position is located in the Office of the Secretary of State, Office of Civil Rights and Ombudsman (S/OCR), U.S. Department of State. S/OCR manages the Department's internal civil rights programs and policies, primarily the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) program and Anti-Harassment Program. The Investigative Specialist handles all phases of investigations. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : Conducts virtual and in-person interviews, takes thorough notes, and obtains sworn affidavits from relevant parties. Develops and applies a variety of methods, techniques, and procedures to gather and analyze evidence for discrimination claims. Gathers information and collects documentary evidence on allegations of discrimination during case intake phase through questionnaires or interviews with complainants to determine the direction of an investigation. Drafts and compiles Reports of Investigations (ROIs), organizing affidavits and relevant documentary evidence for clear reference and legal sufficiency. Manages and monitors workflow and work products during absences of the team lead who normally serves this function. May be designated to orient and train new investigators. Maintains email and electronic case files according to standard procedures developed by S/OCR to facilitate records retrieval and compliance with Freedom of Information Act and other recordkeeping regulations. QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement. NOTE: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements, by the closing date of this announcement. Time-In-Grade Requirements: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions, per 5CFR 300, Subpart F. Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience conducting and documenting impartial fact-finding inquiries into sensitive matters, such as allegations of hostile work environment, misconduct, policy violations, or personnel issues. Experience gathering information, collecting documentary evidence, and preparing a formal record of interview. Experience using a variety of research methods and analysis to coordinate investigative activities. There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 position.

Salaire : $121,785 – $158,322/Per Year | Avantages : https://careers.state.gov/work/benefits/cs/

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