Hsi-0132

[agent05]

Does anyone know why HSI now has the intel research specialist position cap out at GS-12 where before it was GS-13 full performance level? Also why did the name change from Intel Research Specialist to Criminal Analyst?

[SoCalAgent]

The IRS/CA 0132 position goes to GS-13.

[battlewagon]

Does anyone know why HSI now has the intel research specialist position cap out at GS-12 where before it was GS-13 full performance level? Also why did the name change from Intel Research Specialist to Criminal Analyst?

I can't answer for HSI specifically but sometimes jobs that go to a 13 list as a 12 if to get the 13 spot you have to submit a packet or do a board or something similar like that to get your 13. I don't know if this counts as competing for your 13 even though it may be essentially guaranteed and not limited to a certain number of spots.

My current job, when I applied, listed a potential lower than it actually is, since I have to put in, do a board, etc for the journeyman grade. I've seen this as well for some OIG postings, like SSA OIG. Shows 12, but they go to 13s.