Federal Criminal Investigator

micro1; United States; Remote; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

micro1 is a data lab that helps AI labs and enterprises train foundational models and agents. We provide frontier evaluations and reinforcement learning environments to improve LLM capabilities, as well as contextual evaluations to monitor and improve AI agents in enterprise settings.

We are seeking a Federal Criminal Investigator (Contractor) to review scenarios, provide strategic feedback, and document investigative processes for use in AI training materials.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Federal Criminal Investigator (GS-1811 or GS-1801).
• Deep knowledge of criminal law and investigative procedures.
• Proven ability to handle high-stress, sensitive material with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Review realistic federal criminal investigation scenarios for accuracy and integrity.
• Provide written and verbal feedback on investigative strategies and risk assessments.
• Document investigative steps, case workflows, and compliance measures.
• Assess documentation for evidentiary standards and ethical considerations.
• Support AI learning material design by validating real-world practices.
• Collaborate with project managers to discuss findings and ensure quality.
• Identify gaps in case documentation and propose improvements for AI performance.

Skills

Criminal Law

Criminal Investigation

Stress Tolerance

Tools

GS-1811

GS-1801

Job description

Pay: $70 - $100/hour

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Investigation
• Stress Tolerance
• GS-1811
• GS-1801
• About micro1
• micro1 is a data lab that helps AI labs & Enterprises train foundational models and agents. We provide frontier evaluations and reinforcement learning environments to improve LLM capabilities, as well as contextual evaluations to monitor and improve AI agents in enterprise settings.

Our AI recruiting agent sources and vets domain experts for our data platform that enables rapid production of high-quality training data. Our research spans high-value, specialized domains (legal, medical, finance, coding, etc.), where expert-level data is the hardest to produce and most valuable for advanced model performance. Our pipeline performance system ensures both quality and velocity.

Role Title: Federal Criminal Investigator

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1 is engaging Federal Criminal Investigators to participate in an innovative project with a leading client. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. This engagement calls for professionals with a deep understanding of federal criminal investigations, including case documentation, evidence assessment, and procedural compliance. Contributors will influence the development of AI by providing authentic insights grounded in actual investigative processes.

Scope of Work

• Review and evaluate realistic federal criminal investigation scenarios for accuracy, clarity, and procedural integrity.
• Provide detailed written and verbal feedback explaining investigative strategies, decision-making processes, and risk assessments.
• Document investigative steps, case management workflows, and compliance measures using your expertise in GS-1811 or GS-1801 roles.
• Assess documentation for adherence to criminal law, evidentiary standards, and ethical considerations.
• Support the design of AI learning materials by validating and updating content based on real-world federal investigation practices.
• Collaborate with project managers and fellow contributors to discuss findings, clarify requirements, and ensure quality of deliverables.
• Identify gaps in case documentation or investigative logic, recommending improvements for enhanced AI performance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Federal Criminal Investigator, particularly in the GS-1811 Criminal Investigator or GS-1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, and Compliance series.
• Strong command of criminal law, investigative procedures, and federal regulatory frameworks.
• Proven background in complex casework, including evidence handling, witness interviews, and case documentation.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain nuanced investigative concepts to varied audiences.
• Demonstrated stress tolerance and adaptability when working with sensitive or challenging material.
• Experience participating in or supporting training, compliance, or AI/data annotation projects is a plus.
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