Investigative Analyst (Criminal Analyst)

📍 San Diego, California · 🏛 Department of Homeland Security Headquarters · 💰 $101,234–$156,498 per year · 🎓 GS 12–13 · 🧭 Intelligence (0132) · ⏳ Closes Nov 18, 2026 · 7 days left · 🗓 Posted May 19, 2026
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About this job

This assignment is a 1-year non-reimbursable assignment. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Investigative Analyst (Criminal Analyst) Series Requested: 0132, 1801, 1802, 1805 Security Clearance: Secret Virtual/Remote: No Only current, full-time federal employees are eligible. Resumes are reviewed every 30 days until selection/closing date. This is a Detail, not a Developmental Rotation. Supervisory approval form must be signed.

Duties

This assignment is with the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) San Diego offices located in San Diego County. This is a 1-year non-reimbursable assignment and may be extended annually with the agreement of both agencies, not to exceed three years. Assignment will be based on professional background and development interest. GS Equivalent: 12/13 may apply. Resumes are reviewed every 30 days until selection/closing date.

Qualifications

Qualifications required: Applicants must have at least three (3) years of analytic experience in criminal investigations or intelligence operations, utilizing government, commercial, and open-source data to develop analytic products. Applicants must have ability to work in fast-paced environment, apply analytical techniques and critical thinking skills, have excellent oral and written communications, and willingness to learn and navigate multiple system applications. Applicants must have ability to work independently and as part of a team of other criminal analysts, criminal investigators, and partner agencies to collect information, conduct analysis, and develop usable leads in support of law enforcement operations. Applicants must demonstrate use of sound analytical tradecraft in product development, versed in giving briefings and presentations, and advance and leverage inter- and intra-agency collaboration and coordination efforts. Foreign language proficiency is preferred, but not mandatory. Please read the following important information to ensure we have everything we need to consider your application: It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this Joint Duty assignment opportunity announcement. Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated based on your resume. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (Include series and grade of Federal Job) Duties (Be specific in describing your duties) Name of Federal agency Supervisor name, email, and phone number Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)

Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this position.

Evaluations

We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire based on the competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this Joint Duty Assignment. If you are among the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. After reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination will be made. You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.

How to apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/18/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and other supporting documents, and complete the questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link, and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

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Required documents

1. Resume: Do not include any personally identifiable information (PII) i.e., home address, social security number, or date of birth. Your resume must clearly demonstrate you have experience which meets the requirements of this position as outlined in the "Qualifications" section. 2. SF-50: Submit a copy of your official SF-50 (no text version) or other official "Notification of Personnel Action" document which shows the following information: Your appointment in the Federal service Tenure Grade and Step Full performance level If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification, you will be found ineligible for the position. 3. DHS Joint Duty Assignment Application Form signed by your supervisor. Please click on the following link to access the required form DHS Form 250-02.

What to expect next

Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the selecting official for further consideration and a possible interview. We will notify you by email at various stages in the process. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on "Application Status," and then click "More Information." We expect to make a final JDA offer within 90 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. Telework: Telework eligibility is based on the needs of the office and is subject to change. Additional information pertaining to your interest and availability for this position may be needed after the closing date of the Joint Duty Assignment vacancy announcement; therefore, a timely response to these requests must be adhered to in order to remain in consideration.

Other information

**DHS does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving. If the position requires a security clearance, employees must have a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance to placement AND must maintain that level of clearance while performing in the position. Selected applicants for a JDA are requested to fulfill the items below during the JDA: Complete the DHS Training Course 15 days prior to the arrival to the JDA. Complete the DHS Joint Duty Assignment Progress Plan to include: Phase 1: Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the JDA. Phase 2: Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the JDA. Phase 3: Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the JDA.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this Investigative Analyst (Criminal Analyst) job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $101,234–$156,498 per year (GS 12–13).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 18, 2026 — 7 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in San Diego, California with the Department of Homeland Security Headquarters.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.

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Data: USAJobs (U.S. Office of Personnel Management), retrieved 2026-11-11 · Announcement JDP-12839017-25-DJ · Official announcement. FederalJobs is unofficial and is not affiliated with OPM or the agency.
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