Investigative Analyst (Financial Analysis) - Investigative Operations Division

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Join the USPS OIG's Investigative Operations Division (IOD) as an Investigative Analyst (Financial Analysis) to analyze complex financial data, identify fraud, waste, and abuse, and develop analytic products that strengthen investigative outcomes across administrative, civil, and criminal cases.

This opportunity is open to nationwide USPS OIG locations. Bring your skills and voice to our team!

Assigned Duty Station Information: Management will determine which location to place the selectee based on available space at the time of selection.

Position Minimum Qualification Requirements You must meet all the minimum qualifications listed below.

Please Note: Your resume must reflect where, when, and how you gained the below qualifications requirements and experience.

Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

(You must submit transcripts) Professional Experience Requirement: At least three (3) years of experience in financial analysis, auditing, or data analytics in support of federal law enforcement.

(Your resume must reflect where, when, and how you gained this experience) Must have received a "Met Expectations" rating on your previous two (2) performance appraisals (Fiscal Years 2024 and 2025).

If a performance appraisal is not available, you must submit a written statement stating the reason.

(You must submit a copy of your latest two performance appraisals) Desirable Qualifications Prior OIG experience.

Experience with data analytics and tools like Excel, Comprehensive Financial Investigative Solution Software (CFIS), Power BI, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both individually and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.

Evaluation Factors | How you will be evaluated: You must have the experience, knowledge, and skills as listed in each of the evaluation factors listed below.

Include your major accomplishments relevant to the position requirements and factors in your resume.

Failure to demonstrate that you meet all the evaluation factor requirements as listed below will result in a score of zero (0), an ineligible status, and you will not be referred for further consideration.

Mastery of advanced accounting theories, principles, concepts, methods, and techniques sufficient to conduct complex financial analyses.

Advanced level skill using a variety of software such as CFIS, Excel, Power BI, Power Point, Visio and i2 Analyst Notebook, to complete financial analyses and present findings/conclusions based on fact.

Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities and strong organizational skills to gather, organize, and analyze data and complete projects on time.

Ability to write communications that convey concise and comprehensive information on matters of a complex nature which are appropriate for the targeted audience.

Ability to communicate verbally and deliver presentations to convey complex financial analyses and summary conclusions to agents, attorneys and subject matter experts.

Experience presenting and defending financial analyses and conclusions in forums such as proffers, reverse proffers, settlement negotiations, depositions, grand jury testimony and trial testimony.

Major Duties:

About the Investigative Operations Division: The Investigative Operations Division (IOD) is part of the U.S.

Postal Service Office of Inspector General's Office of Investigations, supporting mission-critical work to detect, deter, and investigate fraud, waste, and misconduct affecting Postal Service programs, employees, and operations.

IOD provides investigative, analytical, and technical expertise that strengthens cases across administrative, civil, and criminal matters, ensuring the integrity of USPS operations and safeguarding public trust.

To learn more, visit: Office of Investigations | About Us About the Position: As the Investigative Analyst (IA), you will support the U.S.

Postal Service (USPS) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) with investigations involving alleged violations of federal law impacting the operations of the USPS by gathering and analyzing facts and pertinent data from multiple sources to streamline investigations; identify areas of fraud, waste, and abuse; and quantify harm to the government.

As the Investigative Analyst (IA), you will be responsible for the creation of analytic products in support of investigations that may be presented to USPS OIG management, outside agencies, and the Department of Justice in support of administrative, civil, and criminal actions.

A successful candidate will have relevant experience in: Participating in investigative teams comprised of federal agents, attorneys, and subject matter experts to evaluate alleged violations of federal law, develop case theory and strategy, obtain evidence, and quantify harm to the government in support of criminal, civil, and administrative investigations.

Gathering and analyzing facts and records including statements, events, submissions to federal entities, records from financial institutions, and other data related to complex financial transactions.

Using software to quickly ingest and digitize transaction data received from financial institutions and converting the transaction data into useful summaries.

Analyzing financial records, assessing internal controls, applying accounting principles to factual issues, and evaluating potentially incriminating evidence uncovered through review of documents and email with limited supervision.

Using data analytics techniques to efficiently review and summarize records received from multiple sources to assist the investigative team in decision making.

Creating summary and demonstrative charts detailing sources of revenue and uses of funds, including tracing of proceeds to subsequent asset purchases.

Creating a variety of analytic products, such as summary tables and detailed exhibits, compilations of documents and physical evidence, comparison graphs, temporal analysis charts, and link analysis charts, to display and explain information for investigators, prosecuting and defense attorneys, and juries.

Participating, as requested, in interviews of witnesses, subjects, relators, and subject matter experts. Serving as a witness in administrative proceedings, grand jury, or trial.

The duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire.

The preceding description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations.

Compensation: The USPS OIG uses a Pay Banding system, which is equivalent to the Federal GS scale.

Grade and salary determinations will be made based upon a candidate's education and professional experience. This position is being advertised at the Journey Band level, equivalent to a GS-13.

The salary range for this position is $106,437.00 - $172,980.00. The salary figures include locality pay. For locality table specifics, visit: OPM's General Schedule (GS).