U. S. Treasury economic crimes advisors

Added: Jun 19, 2015 1:06 pm The U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) is recruiting individuals on a competitive basis to serve as resident (long-term) and/or intermittent (short-term) advisors under personal services contracts, for its Economic Crimes Team. This recruitment is for assignments globally, with significant international travel required. Expertise in the development of anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing (AML/CFT) regimes, including the application of international standards in the regulatory and law enforcement arena, is particularly valuable. A minimum of ten years of experience is required.

QUALIFICATIONS: Treasury is seeking candidates who possess expertise in financial sector (banks, money service business, securities, insurance, etc.) regulation and examination; investigation and prosecution of financial crimes; and/or the operation of financial intelligence units. Background in forensic accounting; internal audit; asset tracing and forfeiture; legislative drafting; electronic evidence methods; business process planning and information technology application; and/or curriculum development and adult education are also valued, as is foreign language ability. Prior overseas experience working or training in challenging environments; managerial experience; as well as foreign language fluency should be highlighted by applicants, but are not mandatory requirements.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens or U.S. resident aliens.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salaries will be negotiated in accordance with program regulations based on demonstrated salary history. The salary ranges are from $72.72 per hour for intermittent advisors to $78.78 per hour for resident advisors, subject to the cost of living adjustments (COLA) in effect at the time of contract award. Overseas benefits are provided as allowed by federal regulations. Successful applicants must be able to obtain medical and security clearances.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail to: recruitment@ota.treas.gov or by mail to:

Office of Technical Assistance
ATTN: Recruitment Coordinator
740 15th Street, N.W. - 4th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20005

Please reference Solicitation A15077 on your cover letter and resume. When e-mailing, the subject line must contain the following: Solicitation A15077 - Economic Crimes Advisor - Applicant's Last Name, First Name.

Please be advised that all contractors, if hired, must obtain a Data Universal Number (D-U-N-S). Only applicants to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls please and no hand carries. If you wish to be considered for this announcement and all future announcements for the Economic Crimes Program, you must state so in the cover letter to your application. This announcement is open and continuous until December 31, 2015 although selections may be made in advance of that date.

The U.S. Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer