Criminal Investigator

Job TitleIndependently plans, directs, coordinates and oversees complex criminal, civil and administrative investigations of individuals, groups and related entities suspected of violations of the United States law, regulation and Department policy in accordance with the mission of the Office of Investigations.Coordinates investigations with other law enforcement agencies at the local, state, and national levels. Maintains contact and liaison with officials at other Department of Labor (DOL) offices and represents DOL as a designated member of the U.S. Department of Justice Organized Crime Planning Council and is a designated member of the Regional Executive Council for DOL. Interacts with political and executive level officials in state/local agencies.Based on thorough knowledge of applicable laws and pertinent regulations, makes recommendations to Headquarters on future courses of action related to the mission of the OI.Provides technical direction and guidance to staff when problems of very high complexity and sensitivity arise during the conduct of investigations.Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates; makes assignments based on capability and expertise; evaluates the subordinate supervisors' performance and the performance of those employees reporting directly to them; gives advice or instruction to subordinates on work and administrative matters. Interviews candidates for positions; recommends appointments, promotion, or assignments for positions; hears or resolves group grievances or serious complaints from employees; and effects disciplinary measures. Responsible for ensuring all personnel management actions are in accordance with merit principles and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) program guidance.Establishes the investigative priorities for the Regional Office by planning and developing an investigative plan annually, implementation strategy for staff, and working with other OIG managers to develop OIG's five-year strategic plan for the organization.Responsible for long term programming and annual budgeting submissions and ensures program accomplishments are within budget allocations. Makes recommendations for budget adjustments.Higher grade level 1811s may receive biweekly and annual premium pay caps (refer to OPM website).This position will not be filled until the Department's Placement Assistance Programs have been fully utilized.This position is outside the bargaining unit.Relocation Incentives are not offered.No Permanent Change of Station Funds (PCS) will be offered.