Senior Civil Investigator Supporting the US Attorneys Office

Description:

Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the infrastructure of criminal enterprises.

FSA Federal (FSA) is focused on delivering unsurpassed services in support of law enforcement and homeland security. We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Civil Investigator. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the United States Attorney's Office (USAO).

Responsibilities:

The Senior Civil Investigator will conduct thorough and systematic investigations relating to civil violations within the jurisdiction of the USAO. Cases are handled as a team member, and may concern sensitive matters or those involving prominent individuals, organizations or corporations; involve jurisdictional issues; and may involve obscure leads, uncooperative witnesses, and/or conflicting evidence.

• Based on cases or broad legal issues assigned to one or more Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs), participates in and conducts investigative analysis of an extraordinary complex and difficult nature. Cases frequently concern exceptionally sensitive matters involving target organizations that are exceptionally complex in structure, such as those with a large number of primary and subsidiary activities. Investigations are of major interregional dimension, or are nationwide in coverage, with occasional international implications. Typical investigations of this nature are conducted in conjunction with federal, state and/or local agencies, both within and outside the USA O's geographic jurisdiction.
• Working with assigned AUSA(s), determines applicable statutory and regulatory law, and identifies possible violations.
• Independently pieces together evidence that comes from investigators, analysts, a nd law enforcement officers stationed throughout a large geographic area or several states. From this evidence, recognizes the target suspect or organizations' pattern of operations in order to identify information of interest, anticipate events as they unfold, and/or by instructing separate investigators or auditors who are working on specific segments of the case. Determines proof required to assist in affixing legal responsibility for violation(s), and devises methods for obtaining, preserving, and presenting evidence for greatest litigative effect.
• Performs a variety of ancillary analytical and investigations-related services in direct support of litigation. Support activities include some or all of the following:
  • Initiates contacts with federal, state and local officials and other organizations and individuals related to the subject(s) of investigation for the purpose of gathering and analyzing f acts, obtaining statements, learning sequences of events, obtaining explanations and otherwise advancing investigative objectives. Examines books, ledgers, payroll, cost reports, billing statements, invoices, correspondence, computer data and other records pertaining to the transactions, events or allegations under investigation. Establishes and/or verifies relationships among all facts and evidence obtained or presented, to confirm authenticity of documents, corroborate witness statements, and otherwise build proof necessary for successful litigation.
  • Defines and conducts extensive research and analysis of data relating to suspected criminal and civil violations, such as health care fraud or other violations or offenses of special concern within the USAO community. Analyzes information on target individuals and organizations by identifying relevant data sources, and extracting, analyzing and validating data. Prepares and disseminates information to federal, state and local law enforcement agencies and other appropriate entities.
  • On a continual basis, monitors, reviews and analyzes information from multiple sources. Identifies the need for further research, analysis or investigation, and makes decisions concerning the consolidation and dissemination of information to various law enforcement agencies and other organizations.
  • Prepares interim and final reports on progress of investigations for use by AUSAs and supervisory attorneys. Includes significant findings and conclusions, recommendations for additional investigative actions, and candid assessments of strengths and weaknesses of witnesses, documentary evidence, and other aspects of case.
  • Arranges for secure storage, preservation, organization, and indexing of voluminous documentary evidence.
  • Assists in compilation and analysis of documents and physical evidence, and creation of charts, graphs, videotapes, and other audio-visual materials for use in motions and at trial. Provides advice to AUSA on selection of witnesses and ensures their attendance through subpoena or otherwise. Testifies in court as required.
  • Independently or with the USAO personnel meets regularly with designated federal agency personnel, as well as state and local officials, for the purpose of generating fraud investigations and coordinating responsibilities with regard to these investigations.
• Travels in support of investigations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Additional experience can be substituted for degree requirements.
• Formalized training and certification within a specific expertise/investigative field.
• 20+ Years of related experience.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex Criminal/Civil/National Security/ investigations.
• Experience managing within a specific investigative field.
• Significant experience testifying in court matters.
• Foreign language skills are preferred.
• Demonstrated liaison/coordination skills
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a 7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation.

Agency Overview

The Civil Division (CD) of the US Attorney's Office (USAO) advances and protects the financial and program interests of the United States and its citizens through affirmative civil enforcement. Cases pursued civilly may present schemes to defraud characterized by deceit, concealment, and/or violations of trust, and are not typically dependent upon the application or threat of physical force or violence. Effective law enforcement against such practices requires efficient, flexible, and timely use of the full range of criminal and civil legal remedies.

Benefits Overview

At FSA Federal, we recognize the diverse needs of our employees and strive to provide an excellent package to help meet those needs. Comprehensive benefits are offered with greater choice and flexibility to support your health, work-life balance, and professional growth. A package providing employee only coverage can be built around our basic plans at $0 employee cost for: Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program. For more information, click here .

Telework Eligibility:

This position is not currently approved for telework and requires work to be performed onsite

Hiring Entity

FSA