Asst Special Agent in Charge - 90409331 - Los Angeles

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) shares responsibility and accountability for the day‑to‑day investigative program and operations of an assigned office. These offices carry out the criminal, civil, and administrative casework of the Office of Inspector General.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

In consultation with the SAC, sets and executes the investigative priorities of the office in line with the OIG strategic plan. Provides management, oversight, and leadership to the investigative teams to keep investigations and projects on track and ensure quality work. Provides leadership in investigative matters as well as administrative programs. Provides vision, direction, feedback, and focus to subordinates to align investigative work with the Inspector General’s strategic goals, supervising multiple complex or sensitive investigations, ensuring soundness, legality, and integrity. Provides context to subordinates in terms of Amtrak and OIG strategic plans and objectives, ensuring that tactical plans align with the overall mission. Assists executive leadership in developing and executing new and independent programs designed to prevent criminal activity and other serious irregularities. Conducts potentially complex or high‑profile investigations in addition to first level supervisory oversight of staff. Presents evidence of criminal, civil, and other violations of law to the U.S. Department of Justice during investigations and prosecutions, and testifies in court if necessary. Provides operational guidance and oversight of HQ programs for Body Worn Cameras, Technical Services, Vehicles, Firearms, and Hotlines, as needed (HQ ASAC only). Maintains cooperative relationships and conducts liaison activities with the Amtrak corporate staff and other law enforcement agencies (local, state, federal). Recruits, trains, and leads a diverse multi‑disciplined staff of professional criminal investigators, forensic auditors, analysts, and other staff, ensuring human capital needs of the OIG are met. Mentors, coaches, and supervises a diverse workforce, recognizing and adapting to various staff strengths and weaknesses. Recognizes and accommodates differing approaches to conducting assignments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must have satisfactorily completed the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia or an equivalent federal criminal investigative course. Must have successfully completed firearms training and maintain qualifications to carry and use firearms. Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience. At least 10 years of criminal investigative experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proven analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills. Strong leadership and change agent skills. Ability to multi‑task with attention to detail. Ability to cooperate across organizational boundaries to reach mutual goals. Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Proficiency in computer‑based tools, such as Microsoft Office Suite and similar products. Experience with automated case management systems. Creativity, flexibility, and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with constantly changing priorities. Demonstrated leadership, team‑building, training, mentoring, and motivational skills. Familiarity with federal criminal and civil law, practice, and procedure. Extensive experience and knowledge of criminal investigative techniques sufficient to manage the work of subordinate agents.

PREFERRED

Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field. Familiarity with the laws, practices, and procedures of federal Inspector General offices. Familiarity with passenger rail operations and/or transportation operations. Investigative experience with an emphasis on white‑collar crime. Successful completion of training focused on the development of leadership skills and competencies.

PLEASE NOTE

The position requires weapon carrying and qualifications; it carries risks and responsibilities, and the incumbent may be placed in dangerous situations, including but not limited to work outside in the elements (rain, heat, cold). The nature of work can be hazardous due to the transportation environment and can be life‑threatening. Frequently works long hours and is required to be on‑call and available on an emergency basis. Pre‑employment physicals and a drug screen are required, as are a successful background investigation and maintenance of the physical standards of health required of IG criminal investigators.

COMPENSATION

The hiring salary range for the Asst. Special Agent in Charge is $169,218 – $228,445. This is the starting salary range and does not reflect the full salary range of the position. Pay is based on factors including education, work experience, certifications, and internal equity. Amtrak OIG offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long‑term disability insurance; paid time off; back‑up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; railroad retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. EEO Statement Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions such as lactation), national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Amtrak