Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Special Agent in Charge) Temp NTE 1 Year, MBE 2 years, MBMP

Internal Revenue Service; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 126,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Internal Revenue Service in Phoenix seeks a Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Special Agent in Charge) for a temporary role. You will lead strategic planning and oversee multi-unit programs, coordinating national and international investigations while advising senior officials on investigative matters.

The position requires top-level clearance, extensive management experience, and the ability to direct complex programs within the CI division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Foreign education may be used; evidence required
• IRS experience/benefits knowledge appreciated

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, directing and execution of programs across units.
• Approve long-range work plans and monitor progress toward goals.
• Direct and assign work; manage budget and fund distribution.
• Coordinate investigations nationally and internationally; advise ASACs and US Attorneys.
• Provide guidance on investigations and legal proceedings.
• Protect employees and property during disturbances and special operations.

Skills

Strategic planning

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Special Agent in Charge) Temp NTE 1 Year, MBE 2 years, MBMP

• Schedule: Tour of Duty: Day Shift,Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, 40 hours per week.

WHAT IS CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION (CI) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions Position(s) are to be filled in following area(s): CI This job (or announcement) is open to current permanent IRS competitive service employees in Criminal Investigation business units. REVIEW THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW FOR FURTHER DETAILS

Key Responsibilities

General Managerial Duties: As a Senior Manager you will: Exercise delegated managerial authority to oversee the overall planning, directing and timely execution of a program, several program segments (each of which is managed through separate subordinate organizational units), or comparable staff functions, including development, assignment, and higher level clearance of goals and objectives for supervisors or managers of subordinate organizational unit or lower organizational levels.

Approve multi year and longer range work plans developed by the supervisors or managers of subordinate organizational units and subsequently manage the overall work to enhance achievement of the goals and objectives. Oversee the revision of long range plans, goals and objectives for the work directed. Manage the development of policy changes in response to changes in levels of appropriations or other legislated changes.

Manage organizational changes throughout the organization directed or major change to the structure and content of the program or program segments directed. Exercise discretionary authority to approve the allocation and distribution of funds in the organizations budget.

The following are the job specific duties of this position: As SAC, the incumbent is responsible for the strategic planning, development, coordination, and implementation of programs within the assigned field office that ensure the delivery of the IRS and Criminal Investigation Strategic Plans. The incumbent ensures that all investigative requirements are accomplished by subordinate Supervisory Special Agents under his/her field office.

The incumbent advises the Director of Field Operations on program matters, investigative needs, and other administrative and law enforcement issues. Position requires eligibility for access to Top Secret or "Q" level information. The incumbent directs and assigns work based on selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of investigations and is responsible for reviewing and approving investigative reports.

In addition, they incumbent performs periodic and comprehensive evaluations of field office program goals, objectives, and performance. The incumbent engages in long-range strategic planning initiatives by applying field office resources to the strategies set forth by headquarters and monitoring programs that require national coordination.

The incumbent gives direction and advice on investigations to Assistant Special Agent(s) in Charge (ASAC), Supervisory Special Agents, and Special Agents, as necessary. In addition, the incumbent advises and assists United States Attorneys, Department of Justice attorneys, IRS Counsel attorneys, and other officials with respect to legal proceedings, investigative matters, and operational strategies.

The incumbent is involved in the coordination of investigative activities, which are national and international in scope. Program decisions have an impact on the effectiveness of the Criminal Investigation function. As required, protects Service employees and property during civil and other disturbances, and performs other protective assignments as requested. STANDARD POSITION DESCRIPTIONS (SPD): PD96384 Visit the IRS SPD Library to access the position descriptions.

Requirements & Education

A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.

You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click here (Section 3, Explanation of Terms) or here for Foreign Education Credentialing instructions.

We recommend choosing an evaluator from a member organization of one of the following national associations of credential evaluation services: National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE).

As a current IRS employee, you know the great benefits we offer. Should you have any questions about benefits, please contact the Employee Resource Center (ERC) at 1-866-743-5748 option #1 for ERC.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $125776 – $197200/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-09.

How many openings are available?

There are 11 openings for this position.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Tour of Duty: Day Shift,Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, 40 hours per week. position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.