The official title for the position is Supervisory Criminal Investigator. This position is located within in the Department of Labor - Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Investigations (OI). OI's mission is to conduct criminal, civil, and administrative investigations into alleged violations of federal laws relating to U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) programs, operations, and personnel to prevent and detect fraud and abuse in such programs and operations.
Independently plans, directs, coordinates, and oversees complex criminal, civil, and administrative investigations of individuals, groups, and related entities suspected of violating United States law, regulations, and Department policy, in alignment with OI's mission.
Exercises delegated authority to initiate investigations and significant investigative projects within established thresholds; propose and alter investigative plans; and recommend termination of investigations based on evidentiary sufficiency, resource considerations, and strategic priorities.
Maintains liaison with other DOL components and external agencies (e.g., Department of Justice, IRS, FBI, Secret Service, Homeland Security Investigations) to coordinate investigative efforts, share intelligence, and enhance program integrity. Represents OI on working groups, task forces, and interagency initiatives, as assigned.
Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates; makes assignments based on capability and expertise; evaluates the work performance of subordinates; develops performance standards; gives advice or instruction to subordinates on work and administrative matters; and identifies developmental and training needs of employees, providing or arranging for needed development or training.
Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates; makes assignments based on capability and expertise; evaluates the work performance of subordinates; develops performance standards; gives advice or instruction to subordinates on work and administrative matters; and identifies developmental and training needs of employees, providing or arranging for needed development or training.
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.
Assists the SAC in establishing regional investigative priorities and annual plans; develops implementation strategies for assigned staff and units; and contributes to OIG's multi-year strategic planning by identifying emerging risks, fraud trends, and opportunities for proactive initiatives. Responsible for programming and annual budgeting submissions to the SAC and ensuring program accomplishments are within budget allocations.
Makes recommendations for budget adjustments to the SAC. Higher grade level 1811s may receive biweekly and annual premium pay caps (refer to OPM website). Other Information: 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.
There is no substitution of education for the required specialized experience at the GS-14 level. Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service.
If your education was completed at a foreign college or university, you must show comparability to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States and comparability to applicable minimum coursework requirements for this position. Click Evaluation of Foreign Education for more information.
sakato.tracy@oig.dol.gov · 240-867-2007
This position is with Office of Inspector General, Department of Labor.
The posted pay range is $138734 – $180360/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-17.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-04 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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