Background Investigator

City of New York • New York, NY

2d • $52,426 - $56,536

About The Position

The New York City Department of Investigation (DOI) seeks two entry-level Investigators for its Background Investigation Unit (BIU). DOI is an independent, nonpartisan watchdog agency whose mission is to combat municipal corruption. The BIU investigates individuals being considered for City appointments to positions of public trust, including citywide executive management, positions with financial authority, access to the City's digital security, and legal and investigative roles. The investigations help ensure the integrity of New York City's leadership.

Selected candidates will be fingerprinted and undergo a background investigation. For positions with a law enforcement and/or investigative function, consumer credit history will also be reviewed during the background investigation, as otherwise permitted by NYC Administrative Code 8-107(24)(b)(2)(A). Appointments are subject to Office of Management & Budget approval for budgeted headcount.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in investigation, auditing, law enforcement, security, inspections, or a major operational area of the appointing agency; or a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Successful candidates must undergo fingerprinting and a background investigation; consumer credit history will be reviewed for roles with a law enforcement and/or investigative function, as permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive, sensitive investigations of individuals under consideration for City appointments to positions of public trust.
• Analyze, evaluate, and authenticate information from employees and diverse sources, including financial records, criminal history, employment records, education credentials, and public and open-source intelligence.
• Prepare clear, unbiased investigative reports to support City agencies' hiring and promotion decisions.
• Manage and complete a large caseload while meeting time-sensitive goals in a team-driven environment.
• Apply critical thinking and sound judgment to evaluate information, resolve discrepancies, and provide accurate investigative findings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level