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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking candidates who demonstrate the potential to conduct federal criminal, civil, and administrative investigations. This entry-level investigator role in Spokane, WA will contribute to regional investigative operations, working with a team to identify, investigate, and document potential criminal activity and statutory violations.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct field and desk investigations into alleged criminal, civil, or administrative violations.
• Collect, preserve, and analyze evidence (documents, digital records, witness statements).
• Plan and execute interviews and surveillances as appropriate.
• Prepare clear, concise investigative reports and present findings orally and in writing.
• Coordinate with prosecutors, law enforcement partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Travel as needed to support investigative activities (up to 50% travel).
• Participate in training, including a required federal criminal investigator training program.

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Salary & Compensation

• Salary range: $57,487 — $82,730 per year (includes locality pay).
• Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) authorized (paid after successful completion of required federal training).
• Grade advertised: Journey Band equivalent to GS‑7 through GS‑9 (final grade and salary will depend on education and professional experience).
• Relocation expenses will not be paid.

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Requirements & Minimum Qualifications

You must meet ALL minimum qualifications to be considered:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (or proof of degree prior to start date).
• Eligible applicants must meet the client’s hiring-eligibility criteria (this vacancy is limited to specified federal postal oversight/inspection workforce categories — only eligible applicants will be considered).
• Demonstrated potential to conduct federal criminal, civil, and administrative investigations.
• Submit latest performance appraisal with at least a satisfactory rating (or provide explanation if not available); student cooperatives must submit a management recommendation letter.
• Must successfully complete a 12-week Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) or equivalent federal law enforcement academy.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and not have reached 37th birthday at the time of initial appointment to a law enforcement position (per applicable hiring rules).
• Must qualify for and maintain authorization to carry firearms (no current or prior domestic violence convictions that disqualify firearm authorization).
• Maintain physical, mental, and emotional standards necessary for law enforcement duties.
• Maintain eligibility to operate government vehicles.
• Willingness to work irregular and unscheduled hours, including overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be willing to relocate at the direction of management if required.

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Desirable Qualifications

• Advanced academic degree (e.g., MA, MS, JD).
• Knowledge of postal or logistics operations and procedures.
• Prior law enforcement, investigative, or military experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on teams and with external partners.

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Evaluation Factors

To be considered, your application and resume must specifically address each required evaluation factor. Failure to respond to the self-assessment questions or providing insufficient detail for any listed evaluation factor will result in a score of zero and removal from consideration.

Required evaluation factors (you must demonstrate experience, knowledge, or skills in each):

• Knowledge of law enforcement/investigative techniques and procedures.
• Ability to present complex or sensitive information clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated teamwork and ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

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Travel & Work Conditions

• Travel: Up to 50% (field travel and on-site investigative work).
• Work schedule: Expect irregular hours and substantial overtime; LEAP compensates for availability beyond standard hours.
• Relocation: Not authorized for this posting.

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Benefits & Additional Information

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance options with flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) participation.
• Flexible work schedules and telework options where operationally appropriate.
• Paid leave: federal leave accruals and 11 paid holidays annually.
• This agency provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities — contact the client’s hiring team for assistance.
• Application deadline: Submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM EST on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Only complete and eligible application packages will be considered.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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