Director of Investigations Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Director of Investigations make in Chicago, IL? The average Director of Investigations salary in Chicago, IL is $148,735 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $134,815 and $165,300. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Surveillance Investigator

Allied Universal® Compliance and Investigations - Vancouver , WA

... of basic surveillance investigations. * Remote work options! * Flexible schedules! * Auto and ... are under close direct supervision * Collect information through use of own discretion, and ...

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Medical Examiner's Investigator II (2578) - Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, Office of the C...

City & County of San Francisco (CA) - San Francisco , CA

Conducts field investigations; interview witnesses, physicians, police officers, family members and ... funeral directors, law enforcement agencies and others.* Assists in the development and ...

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DIRECTOR of HUMAN RESOURCES

Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center - North Bend , OR

Director of Human Resources Role at Southern Coos Hospital and Health Center in Bandon, Oregon ... Conduct complex and/or high-risk investigations. Oversees all disputes and investigations ...

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Director of Safety Operations

Dynamic Office & Accounting Solutions - Campbell , CA

Director of Safety Operations - Construction Location: Campbell, CA Salary Range: 150-200k + Bonus ... Conduct in-depth investigations to identify the root causes of safety incidents and violations

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Deputy Director of Human Resources - Human Resources - Juneau - Open Until Filled

Central Council of the Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska - Juneau , AK

Deputy Director Department: Human Resources Type of Position: Exempt Location of Work: Juneau, AK ... investigations and mediate employee relations issues. • Serve as a subject matter expert on HR ...

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Director of Non Clinical R&D

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Director of Non-Clinical San Francisco, CA Company Overview: Our client is a cutting-edge biotech ... Experience with filing Investigational New Drug (IND) applications and navigating regulatory ...

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What does a Director of Investigations do?

Common responsibilities of a Director of Investigations

Receives direction in terms of the desired outcome or strategic objectives.

December 09, 2022

Understanding of how businesses operate (both internal and external) and results oriented with the ability to identify the long-term effects of decisions /solutions on customers and the business.

December 20, 2022

Develop HFH protocols (including policies, procedures, timelines, roles and responsibilities) for communicating the use of the whistleblower hotline and appropriately conducting investigations while respecting the principles of confidentiality, objectivity and impartiality (5%).

February 16, 2023

Lead Investigative initiatives with identified and measurable milestones and goals, including regular, comprehensive reporting to inform key leaders of efforts relating to each initiative.

February 24, 2023

Review of staff performance.

February 26, 2023

Assists in developing a strategic plan for employee training and development, including tracking the effectiveness of training programs, identifying gaps, enhancing current programs, and implementing new programs as needed.

March 11, 2023

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, guidance, and best practices pertaining to investigations, reports and recommendations.

March 22, 2023

Performs other related functions necessary to the effective management and operations of OSI.

March 28, 2023

Works collaboratively with the Director to oversee complex FOIL (Freedom of Information Law) and New York City Law Department requests for documents and information contained in OSI records.

April 18, 2023

Demonstrated ability to prepare written documents, including business processes, and investigative reports (facts, findings, recommendations) that meet appropriate legal and labor relations requirements.

April 30, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Director of Investigations in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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134815

165300

148735

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

155841

189949

169726

What is the average salary for Director of Investigations in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Director of Investigations in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Director of Investigations ranges from $134,815 to $165,300 with the average base salary of $148,735. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $155,841 to $189,949 with the average total cash compensation of $169,726.

View Average Salary for Director of Investigations as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$148,735	$134,815 - $165,300
Bonus	$20,991	$21,026 - $24,649
Total Pay	$169,726	$155,841 - $189,949

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Director of Investigations Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $135,573 - $166,230	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $135,573 - $166,230	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $135,419 - $166,041	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $135,522 - $166,167	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $135,522 - $166,167	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $132,488 - $162,447	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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About Chicago, Illinois

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About Chicago, Illinois Chicago (/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ (listen), locally also /-ˈkɔː-/), officially the City of Chicago, is the most populous city in Illinois, as well as the third mos....More

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