Job Listing: Financial Analyst, GS-1160-12

Duty Locations

 2 vacancies - Washington, DC
The mission of the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia is to enforce the criminal laws of the United States and the District of Columbia, represent the interests of the United States in civil litigation, and respond to the public safety needs of the community by leading an effective, well-coordinated law enforcement effort that contributes to the overall goal of improving the quality of life in the District of Columbia.

Major Duties

This position is located in the Fraud and Public Corruption Section, Criminal Division of the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia (USAODC). The incumbent performs financial analysis services in support of corporate fraud investigations for the USAO. Such investigations involve highly sophisticated financial transactions and complex business operations requiring the analyst to develop and apply advanced techniques or new methodology to identify fraudulent practices and to assist Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) in white collar criminals investigation and prosecutions. The incumbent examines pertinent financial statements, accounting records, operating reports, billing records, invoices, data processing material, and other documents pertaining to the transactions, events, or allegation under investigation; uses financial reports and automated systems to review complex data and transactions; works closely with AUSAs to identify or confirm violations involving sophisticated transactions conducted by the targets to conceal illegal financial gain; develops a financial profile of the individual or organization that includes the history of events or the restructuring of partial or inadequate records that will help in the criminal investigation; compiles and prepares reports of findings, including appropriate recommendations and exhibits. Prepares concise interim and final reports on the progress of investigations for use by AUSAs and supervisory attorneys. Includes significant findings and conclusions, recommendations for additional investigative actions, and assessments of strengths and weaknesses of witnesses, documentary evidence, or other aspects of the case. Includes analysis of the factors obtained and investigation of financial matters. The incumbent discusses cases with supervisors and recommends further courses of actions such as additional investigation, and institution of administrative, civil, or criminal proceedings.

How to Apply

Mail your applications so it will be postmarked by closing date and received within five (5) working days of that date. If hand delivered, be sure your application is received by closing date.

Please submit a narrative response to each knowledge, skill or ability listed. Your response should describe what you did, how often you performed this activity, the guidelines available, the complexity of the assignment, and who you performed the activity for or with.

If you are a current or former federal employee with reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF50) and a copy of your most recent Performance Appraisal.

Application mailed using government postage or through an internal federal government mail system will not be considered.

Submit an Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612), a resume, or any other written format that describes your job-related qualifications. You should include certain information (such as your Social Security Number and statement of U.S. citizenship) to receive consideration for this position. The brochure "Applying for a Federal Job" (OF-510) outlines what is required.

The OF-510, OF-612, and information about applying for Federal jobs are available from the USAJOBS information system through the website at: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/forms.htm.

4. ICTAP AND/OR CTAP CANDIDATES

To receive selection priority, surplus and displaced employees must apply and be found well-qualified for the position. A well-qualified CTAP or ICTAP employee is one who satisfies all medical, physical, education, experience and selective factors (if any) for the vacant position; meets the established cut-off score of the crediting plan (half of the total amount of awardable points); and, can satisfactorily perform all of the duties of the position within a reasonable orientation period, e.g., 30 days.

CTAP and ICTAP candidates must submit documents which show their eligibility for selection priority. Documentation can include a copy of a RIF separation notice, Certificate of Expected Separation, or some other proof of eligibility for priority selection and a copy of an SF-50 showing their current position, grade level, promotion potential, and duty location.

5. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

Veterans must submit a copy of their DD-214 as proof of entitlement to veterans' preference. Veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit an Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference (SF-15), a letter from the Veterans Administration, dated within the last twelve (12) months certifying the veteran's present receipt of compensation for service-connected disability or disability retirement pay, or other appropriate documentation. 

6. AGENCY REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION

If the position is advertised at more than one grade, indicate the grade level(s) for which you are applying. If not specified, you will be considered only for the highest grade qualified.

(http://www.usa.doj.gov/staffs/ps/212/Relo_TAB.htm)Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background investigation adjudicated by the Department of Justice. The selectee will be subject to drug testing by urinalysis prior to appointment.

If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, you must have registered with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for a Federal job.

Applicants are required to sign and submit the Disclosure Authorization Pertaining to Consumer Reports Pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (DOJ-555 located at the bottom of this announcement). The signing of this form authorizes the District to request a credit check. Failure to submit the DOJ-555 might preclude an applicant’s employment consideration.

7. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.

The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring servicing personnel office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. The Department is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department of Justice.

Competitive status is not required if you are eligible for a non-competitive appointment, such as those authorized for the severely disabled; certain veterans and disabled veterans; former ACTION volunteers; present and former Peace Corps personnel. Please indicate the type of special appointment you are seeking, if any, on your application. Appropriate documentation to support eligibility is required.

PRIVACY ACT PROTECTED INFORMATION

(When Completed)

United States Department of Justice

Disclosure and Authorization

Pertaining to Consumer Reports

Pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act

This is a release for the Department of Justice to obtain one or more consumer/credit reports about you in connection with your application for employment or in the course of your employment with the Department. One or more reports about you may be obtained for employment purposes, including evaluating your fitness for employment, promotion, reassignment, retention, or access to classified information.

I, ____________________________________________ , hereby authorize the Department of Justice to obtain such report(s) from any consumer/credit reporting agency for employment purposes.

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Signature

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Date

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Social Security Number

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Current Organization Assigned

FORM DOJ-555

SEPT. 97

Contact Information:
Terria Lee

Phone: 202-514-7235

Fax: 202-353-0335

TDD: 202-514-6403


Or write:
Department Of Justice, U.S. Attorney's Office
555 4th Street, N.W
Room 5226o
Washington, DC 20530

USA

Fax: 202-353-0335


What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.