This position is for an Investigator in the Office of Inspector General (OIG), an independent office within the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). It involves organizing and conducting complex criminal, civil, or administrative investigations related to fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement schemes. The role suits an experienced investigative professional with strong analytical skills and a commitment to upholding the rule of law within the Federal government.
Responsibilities
Serve as the Senior Investigator by organizing investigative activities in alignment with program needs, the OIG's strategic plan, priorities, and initiatives
Keep the Counsel to the Inspector General/Assistant Inspector General for Investigations fully and currently informed of significant developments and actual or potential issues affecting the overall investigative program
Evaluate complaints, information, or allegations received through the OIG Hotline or referred through other means to determine if they fall within the OIG's jurisdiction and warrant further investigation or potential criminal, civil, or administrative action
Initiate, independently develop, and analyze data to establish complex proactive program initiatives
Independently plan, coordinate, and monitor comprehensive criminal and civil investigations to ensure timely completion and cost-effective and efficient use of investigative resources
Prepare investigative reports that demonstrate clear writing, logical organization, accuracy, conciseness, completeness, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, procedures, and CIGIE Quality Standards for Investigations, ensuring findings are supported by clear and convincing evidence
Conduct in-depth and complex investigations involving false statements, misappropriation of Government funds, theft of Government property, embezzlement, bribery, contract and procurement fraud, conspiracy, and other potential fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement schemes
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship Required
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service
This is not a remote position
You may be required to complete, as applicable, a new one-year probationary period or two-year trial period if appointed
If you are a current status federal employee, you may be required to complete another one-year probationary period if selected
Subject to a background investigation prior to appointment
Submit complete application package online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date
One year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level, which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the Investigator (Senior Investigator) GS-14 grade level
Experience independently planning, leading, and conducting complex criminal, civil, or administrative investigations involving fraud, waste, abuse, employee misconduct, procurement fraud, or misuse of government funds or resources
Millions of jobs, with real people getting hired every day
200,000+
New jobs added daily
7,000,000+
Verified job listings
1,000,000+
Tailored applications submitted
Experience evaluating allegations, complaints, or investigative referrals to determine jurisdiction, investigative merit, potential violations of Federal laws or regulations, and appropriate investigative or administrative actions
Experience obtaining, analyzing, and synthesizing investigative evidence from interviews, financial records, contracts, electronic data, payroll records, or other documentary evidence to develop legally supportable findings and recommendations
Experience preparing comprehensive investigative reports and supporting documentation that clearly present investigative findings, analysis, conclusions, and recommendations in compliance with established investigative standards and legal requirements
Experience coordinating investigative activities and maintaining liaison with Federal, State, or local law enforcement agencies, attorneys, management officials, or other stakeholders regarding investigative matters, case development, or corrective actions
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive employment benefits
Work/Life Balance Programs (Alternative Work Schedules, Telework, Employee Assistance Program, and the Child Care Subsidy Program)
Telework eligible: Yes—as determined by the agency policy
Application Process
Provide a complete Application Package, including a resume, assessment questionnaire, and any other documents needed to verify qualifications or eligibility
Resume must not be longer than two pages in length and must address minimum qualifications and other requirements listed in the job announcement
Resume must include contact information (name, email, phone number), relevant work experience (job title, employer, start/end dates with month/year, hours worked per week), and descriptions aligned with the job announcement
Submit most recent Performance Appraisal if a current or former Federal Employee (if not dated within the last 18 months or unavailable, an explanation must be provided)
Submit Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) if a current or previous Federal Employee (most recent SF-50 showing current grade and tenure; SF-50 showing highest (permanent) grade ever held if different; SF-50 or SF-50s to support meeting time-in-grade requirements)
Submit unofficial transcripts if applicable (must be verifiable, contain institution name, applicant's name, list of completed courses with grades, semester hours, and GPA; if position has a positive education requirement, unofficial transcripts must show type of degree and degree date received)
Submit Disability Letter if an individual with disabilities
Submit DD-214 (member copy-4) if a veteran
Submit DD-214, SF-15 and VA letter dated 1991 or later (indicating % disability) if a disabled veteran
Submit certain military spouses documents (copy of service member's PCS order authorizing spouse to accompany, and proof of marriage; OR proof service member was released/discharged due to service-connected disability, documentation of 100% disability, and proof of marriage; OR proof of service member's death while on active duty, and proof of marriage)
Submit documents for Family Member Preference (Derived Preference), Reinstatement, Former Peace Corps or VISTA Volunteers if applicable
If requesting consideration under the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must meet well qualified standards (minimum requirements and scoring at least an 85) and provide your most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility letter from the Agency, and your most current SF-50 displaying current series and grade
All materials must be received by 05/20/2026
Complete the assessment questionnaire
A four-phased process will be used for evaluating the quality of applicants: HR review of resume and supporting documents for minimum qualifications; Structured Resume Review assessment by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) panel; Structured Interview by an SME panel; final score combining all assessments to identify top-rated applicants
Top-rated applicants will be referred to the selecting official for consideration and may be required to participate in one or more interviews
The NLRB uses the Rule of Many, which ranks job applicants numerically and allows for selection from a broader, top-ranked pool
About the Company
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is an independent Federal agency established in 1935 to administer the National Labor Relations Act, which governs labor relations in the private sector and activities affecting interstate commerce. NLRB jurisdiction includes the U.S. Postal Service, but excludes other government entities, railroads, and airlines. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent office within the NLRB.