• Duties Help ## Duties ### Summary This position is located in the Department of Labor, Office of Labor Management Standards (OLMS), in Pittsburgh, PA.
• ATTENTION TO ALL APPLICANTS**: This position may be filled either as an Labor Investigator as advertised in this announcement or may be filled as a Criminal Investigator (LEO) advertised under announcement # MS-19-PHIL-OLMS-0053. Applicants are encouraged to review both announcements and apply if interested/eligible. • This position is inside the bargaining unit. Learn more about this agency ### Responsibilities • Relocation Bonus, PCS Expense and Recruitment Incentives are not authorized. • Additional selections may be made from this announcement. • Requires a valid drivers license. Duties The primary duty of this position is to conduct, either independently or as the leader of an investigative team, complex civil and criminal investigations of individuals and labor organizations that have violated or may violate the LMRDA. The emphasis will be on civil investigations. • Leads, plans and conducts investigations and enforcement activities and completes complex and difficult civil and criminal investigations, compliance audits (including international audits), and supervised elections under the LMRDA and other related laws. Assignments at this level include leading ad hoc teams or special initiatives, as well as providing guidance and expertise to other staff during broad scope investigations, and assisting the District Director in the planning and implementation of enforcement activities within the office jurisdiction. **a**. Recommends changes in existing enforcement policies, programs, goals, and objectives to the DD.** b.** As assigned, develops proposals, recommendations, and suggestions to ensure an effective enforcement program within the office jurisdiction. **c.** Assigns and reviews work for ad hoc team members, as directed by the DD. **d**. Initiates enforcement activities based on research and study of targeting data including financial reports submitted by labor organizations, news articles, tips from union members, referrals from other enforcement agencies, and the OLMS computerized databases. Prepares investigative plans, outlining issues to be probed and general approaches to be followed, and estimates resources required.** e.** Initiates and conducts meetings, discussions and conferences with parties germane to the investigation such as union officers, employees of the unions, attorneys and certified public accountants, employers and union members. **f.** Independently conducts, or, leads and directs civil and criminal investigations including the analysis of accounting and financial records, the structure, philosophies, policies, and operating practices of the labor organization. Assesses interim findings to identify and determine which activities to examine further or where efforts should be redirected. **g.** Determines when investigations should be expanded to other OLMS offices throughout the nation and proposes specific or general ancillary/auxiliary investigations. Serves as agency coordinator for joint investigations with the FBI, IRS, DOL-OIG, and other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. Safeguards grand jury materials. **h**. Reviews investigative findings, including those of ad hoc team members, and consolidates them. Prepares comprehensive, well documented, sign-off quality reports of investigative findings, and recommends appropriate dispositions. Prepares and correlates evidence. Negotiates with labor union officials or their representatives and/or attorneys and certified public accountants to correct violations and reach settlement. **i.** Initiates contact and works closely with the U.S. Attorney or Assistant U.S. Attorneys and legal staff of the Solicitor’s Office in preparing cases for civil litigation and criminal prosecution. Testifies before federal and state grand juries and serves as a witness in respective trial courts. As assigned, prepares criminal complaints and draft indictments for Assistant U.S. Attorneys and state prosecutors provides advice during trial concerning investigative findings and/or matters and past practices of the union and OLMS. • Directs or Supervises Rerun Elections Plans, for important union offices, which may involve intermediate or national levels in large unions, either under a court order or voluntary agreement with the union. Independently researches issues and develops an effective pre-election strategy, prepares the agenda, initiates and conducts the pre-election conference with union members, officers, attorneys, and other interested parties to set ground rules and the election schedule. • Conducts Compliance Assistance Activities Provides technical guidance and assistance to International/National labor organization and, affiliated union officials, and interested parties to achieve and improve compliance with the regulations and statutory requirements of the LMRDA and related statutes. • Initiates Contacts and Maintains Liaison Activities with United States Attorney’s offices and state prosecutors, other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. Resolves critical jurisdictional problems or makes recommendations on such matters. • Serves as a Resource Person and Project Leader in the district office and provides technical guidance to other Investigators on investigative problems and techniques. • Signs Off on Enforcement Related Documents Exercises authority, as delegated, over a broad range of OLMS program activities. ### Travel Required Occasional travel - 50% or more ##### Supervisory status No ##### Promotion Potential 13 - This position is at the Full-Performance Level (GS-13). • #### Job family (Series) 1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series • Requirements Help ## Requirements ### Conditions of Employment • Must be at least 16 years old and an U.S. Citizenship. • Appointment to this position may require a background investigation. • Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met. • Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests. • Requires a valid drivers license. Applicants must meet time-in-grade, time-after-competitive-appointment and qualifications requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the vacancy to be eligible for consideration for selection. Federal Employees Please Note: Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met and reflects your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.e. competitive/excepted). In some cases you may need to submit more than one SF-50. Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements. • Drug Testing:***All investigators are subject to initial and ongoing random drug testing, as well as a comprehensive background investigation. ### Qualifications • *IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE.** Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-12, in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized Experience • Expert knowledge of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959 (LMRDA), Section 7120 of the CSRA and related laws, regulations, interpretations, opinions, exemptions, court decisions, and precedents and their applications in order to conduct broad, complex investigations which may involve unusual or precedent applications of the law and regulations. • Provide expert technical advice, guidance and recommendations to management and other investigators. • Manage large-scale and/or multi-jurisdictional investigations/audits. • Experience conducting and directing activities of others in investigative audits and civil and criminal investigations. • Reconstruct records; interpret and analyze findings; and, gather/organize evidence of violations of the LMRDA and/or related statutes. ### Education • *There is no substitution of education for this position.** ### Additional information DOL seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. DOL fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. Federal Employees Please Note: Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met and reflects your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.e. competitive/excepted). In some cases you may need to submit more than one SF-50. Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION Read more ### How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Click here for Evaluation details. For Displaced Employees ONLY: if you meet the eligibility requirements for special priority selection under ICTAP/CTAP, you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. ICTAP/CTAP eligibles will be considered "well-qualified" if they attain at least a rating score of 85 in a numerical rating scheme. Be sure to review DOL Account Eligibility Questions #24 and 27 to reflect that you are applying as an ICTAP/CTAP eligible and submit supporting documentation. Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies: • Interpersonal Skills** - Shows understanding, professionalism, 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. • Oral 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. • Self-Management**- Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of Initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner: works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior. • Writing**- 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. • Conduct of investigations** - Knowledge and application of principles, practices, and techniques for conducting civil, criminal, and administrative investigations and documenting findings and conclusions in an efficient, accurate, and timely manner. • Legal, Government and Jurisprudence** - Knowledge of applicable Federal rules of criminal and civil procedures; agency and government laws, regulations, and policies; and executive orders. The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview). Your evaluation may also include a review by an HR Specialist or panel and may include other assessment tools (ex. interview, structured interview, written test, work sample, etc). **The examining Human Resources Office (HRO) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings. Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your vacancy question responses. If not, the HRO may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume.** • *To preview questions please click here.** Read more ### Background checks and security clearance ##### Security clearance Not Required ##### Drug test required Yes • Required Documents Help ## Required Documents The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. **Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.** Also, do not upload password protected documents. • **The following documents are required from all applicants (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY):** • ARE YOU A CURRENT OR FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEE?** If applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal Service, please provide a copy of your last or most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action” which shows your appointment eligibility for the position for which you are applying. Your SF-50 must identify the highest grade you held on a permanent basis, Pay Plan/Pay Schedule, Series, and Grade/Pay Band, and career status. Multiple SF-50 may be submitted to demonstrate your highest previous rate and eligibility. • WARNING: An award SF-50 (ex. cash or time off award) may not indicate grade, step and competitive status. For current DOL employees, an award SF-50 DOES NOT indicate grade and step. • Most recent performance appraisal/evaluation signed and dated within 18 months is requested by the agency, but will not disqualify candidates if not submitted. If not submitted during the application process, one may/will be requested at the time of the interview if the opportunity is extended. Applies to current and former Federal employees. • **The following documents are required if applicable:** • Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP Eligibility. • Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted. #### If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. • Benefits Help ## 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. Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits 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. • How to Apply Help ## How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. Note: If you are unsure, refer to your last or most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) or ask your servicing Human Resources Specialist.) If you don’t know what type of appointment you are on, you may find copies of your SF-50s in your electronic personnel folder (eOPF). Follow the steps below to apply. **Your application and ALL required supplemental documents MUST be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on the vacancy closing date to receive consideration.** Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations. SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to sajobs.gov/Help/how-to/. • *STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents** Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. **FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.** • *STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS)** Once you have identified a job on www.usajobs.gov that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the **Apply** button . For questions about the vacancy, contact the Agency Contact at the bottom of the announcement. Click “Start Application” and proceed through 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. At Step 5, click “Continue to Agency Site”. • *STEP 3 – Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL)** On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account if you have not already and click “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY”. Continue through the 7 progress steps indicated by circles at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy specific questions. The 4th progress step "Documents" is where you submit required documents **(only if applicable to you)** specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy. **If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.** • *STEP 4 – On the “Review and Submit” step, click “Submit Application”** The last “Confirmation” step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully. • *STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Closing Date by returning to USAJOBS, clicking the vacancy, then “Update Application”.** Read more ### Agency contact information ### Lissette Baez ##### Phone 215-861-5118 ##### TDD 215-861-5096 ##### Fax 215-861-5089 ##### Email baez.lissette@dol.gov ##### Address Labor, Office of Labor-Management Standards The Curtis Center 170 S. Independence Mall West Suite 600 East Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106 United States Learn more about this agency ### Next steps Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate. For instructions on how to check the status of your application, go to Step 7 on: Using DOORS and USAJOBS Help Guide. To sign up for Application Status Updates via email: Click Here for instructions. Read more • Fair & Transparent ## Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. ### Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants Read more ### Reasonable Accommodation Policy Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits. Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when: • An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job. • An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace. • An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about disability employment and reasonable accommodations or how to contact an agency. Read more #### Legal and regulatory guidance • Financial suitability • Social security number request • Privacy Act • Signature and false statements • Selective Service • New employee probationary period This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/527215400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered. • Open & closing dates:* 03/13/2019 to 03/26/2019 • Service:* Competitive • Pay scale & grade:* GS 13 • Salary:* $89,506 to $116,358 per year • Appointment type:* Permanent • Work schedule:* Full-Time
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