Why This Senior Investigator Job Matters
Join the <strong class="text-gray-900">Federal Trade Commission</strong> and make an impact.
Senior Investigator Job Overview
To qualify for a Senior Investigator at the GS-14 level, you must meet the following requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: conducting and directing the full range of functions for highly complex consumer protection investigations, including, but not limited to, generating case leads and developing new investigations; planning and implementing investigative steps based on the nature of the investigation and following leads developed from the information obtained; executing of the investigation, including interviewing witnesses, obtaining and analyzing financial, company records and documents, and consumer complaint data, as well as managing other personnel assigned to assist the investigation, such as paralegals, data analysts, and accountants; drafting investigative affidavits or declarations; testifying at depositions, trials, hearings, or before grand juries; and identifying areas in need of further inquiry; and revising investigative plans based on acquired evidence and feedback; formulating accurate findings and detailing them in a declaration as needed; managing extensive projects with agency-wide impact that involve consumer protection initiatives and organizational strategic and program goals. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.