Senior Investigations Branch Chief (Criminal)

ATF; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ATF in Chicago seeks a Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Branch Chief) to oversee the Incident Support Branch, providing investigative expertise and performance oversight for law enforcement programs. The role directs branch policies and coordinates with federal, state, and local partners to advance mission objectives.

The position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and cross-branch collaboration, with responsibilities spanning program evaluation, guidance on investigative

Qualifications

• Specialized experience must include leading and guiding investigative procedures and handling of evidence.
• Experience conducting analyses to address complex and sensitive issues.
• Ability to interpret ATF statutory responsibilities across jurisdictions and industries.
• Experience preparing progress reports, findings, and recommendations for task forces.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements branch policies, practices, and procedures.
• Advises leadership on significant branch program issues and priorities.
• Assesses goals, needs, operations, and accomplishments of the branch.
• Plans long-range strategies for branch goals in response to budget and policy changes.
• Coordinates with management across ATF and DOJ, and with other law enforcement partners.

Skills

Investigation leadership

Interagency coordination

Policy and program oversight

Documentation and reporting

Job description

ATF in Chicago seeks a Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Branch Chief) to oversee the Incident Support Branch, providing investigative expertise and performance oversight for law enforcement programs. The role directs branch policies and coordinates with federal, state, and local partners to advance mission objectives.

The position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and cross-branch collaboration, with responsibilities spanning program evaluation, guidance on investigative