Finance Positions - 2020 Collegiate Hiring Initiative
Discover an insider’s perspective on FBI operations by applying for the Collegiate Hiring Initiative (CHI), a unique FBI program that offers full-time, permanent positions to graduating seniors or those who have recently completed undergraduate, graduate or PhD degrees.
Recent graduates help support a huge part of the FBI’s mission. CHI allows you to begin your career in a hands-on, supportive team environment where you will work with FBI professionals and learn from the best, whether you’re doing a forensic analysis of financial data in a criminal investigation, performing key business and administrative functions or participating in contract negotiations. Whatever your role, you will play a key part in protecting the American people and upholding the Constitution of the United States.
Applications for the 2020 CHI program are open until Oct. 15, 2019. Applicants must have graduated or be on track to graduate by June 2020. (If you’re a veterans, you must have graduated or plan to graduate between June 2014 and June 2020).
Some of the positions the FBI offers include, but are not limited to:
Accounting Analyst: Accounting Analysts perform a variety of functions relating to classifying, reporting and reconciling accounting information. In this position you will work with the control and analysis of FBI funds and appropriation accounts, as well as participate in budget execution responsibilities (verifying and substantiating data, reconciling entries, preparing reports). A bachelor’s degree in any field of study is accepted for this position, with accounting or a related major being preferred. This position serves in Headquarters divisions.
Auditor: Auditors utilize a variety of accounting and auditing methods and techniques to evaluate and report on Field Office and Headquarters programs and functions. As an FBI Auditor, you would independently plan and coordinate detailed examinations of these areas, reviewing ongoing practices and assessing compliance with all rules and regulations — ultimately crafting and presenting reports based on these findings. A bachelor's degree is required in accounting or in a related field (business administration, finance or public administration) that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to six hours of credit in business law. This position serves throughout the 56 Field Office locations, as well as Headquarters divisions.
Budget Analyst: Budget Analysts will be involved with developing, analyzing or executing budgets, preparing data in support of the budgetary cycle, analyzing and comparing budget estimates for variations, making recommendations to upper management regarding a number of issues, including transfers and reallocation of funding and much more. A bachelor’s degree in any field of study is accepted for this position. This position serves in Headquarters divisions.
Contract Specialist: FBI Contract Specialists perform a wide range of contract functions relating to the procurement of supplies and services, such as technical and telecommunications equipment or hardware and software relating to different projects. You will work with reviewing requisitions and determining appropriate methods of procurement, analyzing proposals and bids/offers and actively participating in negotiations. A bachelor’s degree in any field of study is accepted for this position. This position serves in Headquarters divisions.
Forensic Accountant: Forensic Accountants work directly with the examination of financial data associated with domestic and international white-collar crime, cybercrime, counterintelligence and counterterrorism investigations. In this position you will work with tracing financial transactions, developing financial profiles of groups involved in criminal activities and uncovering evidence that directly impacts an investigation. A bachelor’s degree is required in accounting or in a related field (business administration, finance or public administration) that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to six hours of credit in business law. This position serves throughout the 56 Field Office locations, as well as Headquarters divisions.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
To apply for the Collegiate Hiring Initiative, applicants must:
- Be a U.S. citizen.
- Have a graduating GPA of no less than 2.95 on a 4.0 scale.
- Be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.
- Pass an FBI polygraph examination.
- Pass an FBI-administered urinalysis drug test and be in compliance with the FBI Employment Drug Policy:
- No use of marijuana within the last three years.
- No use of any other illegal drug in the past 10 years.
- No selling, distributing, manufacturing or transporting of any illegal drugs.
- No use of a prescription drug or a legally obtainable substance in a manner for which it was not intended within the last three years.
In addition, you must:
- Never have been convicted of a felony.
- Not be in default on a student loan insured by the U.S. government.
- Be registered with the Selective Service System (males only, exceptions apply).
What You Will Need to Succeed
- Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to be detail-oriented, yet keep a strategic focus.
- Ability to objectively evaluate information and make sound judgments.
- Honesty and integrity must be the foundation of who you are.
- The drive and commitment to make a difference in the communities you serve.
Locations
As part of the application, candidates are asked to select their desired locations. Assignments are based on the needs of the FBI; not all locations may have openings for certain positions. Candidates are encouraged to select their six most desired locations. Some positions, including those located in Anchorage, AK; Honolulu, HI, and San Juan, PR, are eligible for relocation incentives, if eligibility requirements are met.
HOW TO APPLY
STEP 1: Click on the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs.gov Careers website.
PLEASE NOTE: You must use the Mozilla Firefox web browser when applying to FBIJobs.gov job openings.
STEP 2: Click the “Start” button to begin. You will be prompted to either Sign In to continue or to register with FBIJobs.gov if you don’t already have an account.
STEP 3: Follow the step-by-step process to submit your interest. You will be guided through each step. You must complete all sections of the form AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE ATTACHED to successfully submit your application.
- Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
- Complete assessment questionnaire.
- Most recent college transcripts.
- Other supporting documents:
- If claiming Veterans’ Preference, you MUST ATTACH a DD-214. Disabled veterans must also submit an SF-15 and VA letter dated 1991 or later, in addition to the DD-214.
- If claiming previous federal service, you MUST ATTACH a SF-50.
Cover letters are optional and should be addressed to a general “Hiring Manager” if submitted.
Submitted documents should be in a .pdf format. Please do not submit any of the following file formats: HTML, TIF, JPEG, DOC, DOCX, Password Protected, or Web Link. Please ensure “.pdf” is in lowercase letters.
Please see instructions on the site for attaching documents.
Questions regarding this opening should be directed to recruiting[at]fbi.gov with the subject line “2020 CHI Finance — Questions.”