Amtrak
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Amtrak OIG is not a Federal agency. Our employment opportunities are not federal jobs. \ Join with the Inspector General to help make America’s railroad operate more efficiently and effectively. Our team provides independent oversight of Amtrak’s programs and operations and works diligently to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse by Amtrak employees, contractors, or vendors. This work not only helps to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Amtrak, but it also informs decision‑making by Amtrak’s Board of Directors, Amtrak management, and Congress. We employ a team of auditors, special agents, analysts, forensic examiners, lawyers, and support staff to complete our exciting mission. Join us as we continue toward our goal of building a model OIG centered on independence, teamwork, work‑life balance, and oversight that makes a difference!
SUMMARY OF DUTIES The incumbent serves as a Senior Criminal Investigator I for the Investigations unit involved in the planning, directing, and conducting of investigations into criminal cases of importance to the Company. Leads teams of other investigators and manages the resources and staff participating with the SAC in the development of subordinate staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Independently plans, coordinates, directs and conducts complex investigations into criminal and noncriminal cases of the highest importance to the Corporation, determining the depth and scope of the investigation and coordinating the use of other personnel.
Plans, coordinates, directs and conducts investigations into difficult criminal cases of importance to the Corporation, including those involving prominent business and government officials, and develops written case plans as needed.
Secures facts and develops evidence from all sources to establish the extent and nature of violations, collaborating with informants, prosecutors, and other agencies using investigative techniques such as surveillance, searches, and recording devices.
Conducts investigative interviews and record searches; obtains sworn statements and documents from witnesses, informants, suspects, and other persons at all levels.
Makes determinations regarding required documents when requesting IG and/or Grand Jury subpoenas and plans the serving of such subpoenas.
Drafts and prepares reports of investigations and summaries, including recommendations for prosecutive and/or corrective action, evaluating interrelated activities and proposing further investigations.
Works closely with the U.S. Attorney or state/local prosecutors throughout the investigation and its disposition, assisting in preparing testimony and presentations for the Grand Jury or other judicial/administrative forums.
Provides guidance to and reviews the work of junior team members when leading a team.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.
Minimum of 5 years of criminal investigative experience, preferably at the Federal level.
Successfully completed the Basic and Advanced Criminal Investigator Course at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia or an equivalent course.
Successfully completed firearms training and maintains qualifications to carry and use firearms.
Knowledge of Federal criminal and civil law, practice and procedure.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Extensive experience and knowledge of criminal investigative techniques sufficient to manage the work of subordinate agents and supervisors.
Ability to cooperate across organizational boundaries to reach mutual goals.
Creativity, flexibility and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with constantly changing priorities.
Analytical, problem‑solving and project management skills.
PREFERRED
Broad knowledge of the laws, practices and procedures of Federal Inspector General Offices.
Investigative experience with an emphasis on white‑collar crime.
Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field.
PLEASE NOTE
The position requires weapon carrying and qualifications; carrying a weapon 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). Nature of work can be hazardous due to the transportation environment and potentially 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 well as successfully passing a background investigation. Must maintain the physical standards of health required of IG criminal investigators.
COMPENSATION The hiring salary range for the Sr. Criminal Investigator is $113,200 – $142,000, based on factors including education, experience, certifications and internal equity. In addition to salary, Amtrak OIG offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, health savings accounts, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with employer match, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, backup care, adoption assistance, surrogacy assistance, education expense reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, Railroad Retirement benefits, and rail pass privileges.
Location: New York
Work Arrangement: 06‑Onsite 4/5 Days
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, age, or any other protected class. We are committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All positions require a pre‑employment background check, including criminal history and drug screening. Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of state law. Amtrak requires disclosure of drug‑ and alcohol‑testing records for safety‑sensitive duties under DOT regulations. For public transportation security checks, Amtrak screens applicants for any disqualifying criminal offenses under Title 6 U.S.C. §1143.
We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions. Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions require a pre‑employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre‑employment drug screen.
Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, hair texture, hairstyles, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions such as lactation), national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.
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Amtrak OIG is not a Federal agency. Our employment opportunities are not federal jobs. \ Join with the Inspector General to help make America’s railroad operate more efficiently and effectively. Our team provides independent oversight of Amtrak’s programs and operations and works diligently to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse by Amtrak employees, contractors, or vendors. This work not only helps to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Amtrak, but it also informs decision‑making by Amtrak’s Board of Directors, Amtrak management, and Congress. We employ a team of auditors, special agents, analysts, forensic examiners, lawyers, and support staff to complete our exciting mission. Join us as we continue toward our goal of building a model OIG centered on independence, teamwork, work‑life balance, and oversight that makes a difference!
SUMMARY OF DUTIES The incumbent serves as a Senior Criminal Investigator I for the Investigations unit involved in the planning, directing, and conducting of investigations into criminal cases of importance to the Company. Leads teams of other investigators and manages the resources and staff participating with the SAC in the development of subordinate staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Independently plans, coordinates, directs and conducts complex investigations into criminal and noncriminal cases of the highest importance to the Corporation, determining the depth and scope of the investigation and coordinating the use of other personnel.
Plans, coordinates, directs and conducts investigations into difficult criminal cases of importance to the Corporation, including those involving prominent business and government officials, and develops written case plans as needed.
Secures facts and develops evidence from all sources to establish the extent and nature of violations, collaborating with informants, prosecutors, and other agencies using investigative techniques such as surveillance, searches, and recording devices.
Conducts investigative interviews and record searches; obtains sworn statements and documents from witnesses, informants, suspects, and other persons at all levels.
Makes determinations regarding required documents when requesting IG and/or Grand Jury subpoenas and plans the serving of such subpoenas.
Drafts and prepares reports of investigations and summaries, including recommendations for prosecutive and/or corrective action, evaluating interrelated activities and proposing further investigations.
Works closely with the U.S. Attorney or state/local prosecutors throughout the investigation and its disposition, assisting in preparing testimony and presentations for the Grand Jury or other judicial/administrative forums.
Provides guidance to and reviews the work of junior team members when leading a team.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.
Minimum of 5 years of criminal investigative experience, preferably at the Federal level.
Successfully completed the Basic and Advanced Criminal Investigator Course at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia or an equivalent course.
Successfully completed firearms training and maintains qualifications to carry and use firearms.
Knowledge of Federal criminal and civil law, practice and procedure.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Extensive experience and knowledge of criminal investigative techniques sufficient to manage the work of subordinate agents and supervisors.
Ability to cooperate across organizational boundaries to reach mutual goals.
Creativity, flexibility and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with constantly changing priorities.
Analytical, problem‑solving and project management skills.
PREFERRED
Broad knowledge of the laws, practices and procedures of Federal Inspector General Offices.
Investigative experience with an emphasis on white‑collar crime.
Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field.
PLEASE NOTE
The position requires weapon carrying and qualifications; carrying a weapon 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). Nature of work can be hazardous due to the transportation environment and potentially 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 well as successfully passing a background investigation. Must maintain the physical standards of health required of IG criminal investigators.
COMPENSATION The hiring salary range for the Sr. Criminal Investigator is $113,200 – $142,000, based on factors including education, experience, certifications and internal equity. In addition to salary, Amtrak OIG offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, health savings accounts, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with employer match, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, backup care, adoption assistance, surrogacy assistance, education expense reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, Railroad Retirement benefits, and rail pass privileges.
Location: New York
Work Arrangement: 06‑Onsite 4/5 Days
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, age, or any other protected class. We are committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All positions require a pre‑employment background check, including criminal history and drug screening. Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of state law. Amtrak requires disclosure of drug‑ and alcohol‑testing records for safety‑sensitive duties under DOT regulations. For public transportation security checks, Amtrak screens applicants for any disqualifying criminal offenses under Title 6 U.S.C. §1143.
We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions. Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions require a pre‑employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre‑employment drug screen.
Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, hair texture, hairstyles, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions such as lactation), national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.
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