Confidential Investigator

City of New York • New York, NY

5d

About The Position

The New York City Department of Investigation (“DOI”) is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the country; its mission is to combat municipal corruption. DOI serves the people of New York City by acting as an independent and nonpartisan watchdog for New York City government, City agencies, and City employees, vendors with City contracts, individuals and entities that receive City funds. The Department of Investigation (DOI) is seeking a highly skilled Confidential Investigator Level 3 to join Squad 3, which oversees several key New York City agencies, including the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, the Department of Buildings, the Housing Development Corporation, the Department of Small Business Services, the Department of City Planning, the Business Integrity Commission, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, and the Board of Standards and Appeals. In this investigative role, you will conduct complex and long-term investigations of fraud and corruption involving affordable housing subsidies, development tax credits, and entities engaged in housing-related business with New York City using all types of investigative tools, including subpoenas, interviews, physical and electronic surveillance, undercover operations, and confidential informants.

Requirements

• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in an industrial or governmental agency in the field of investigation, auditing, law enforcement, security, inspections, or in a major operational area of the agency in which the appointment is to be made; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; or
• Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into suspected fraud, corruption, and misconduct involving City employees, City-funded housing developers, contractors, vendors, and public benefit recipients.
• Examine a wide range of records and data --including development filings, housing applications, financial statements, and agency records and policies --to detect vulnerabilities and irregularities.
• Plan and execute investigative operations, including interviews of witnesses and subjects, surveillance activities, subpoenas, and fieldwork across New York City.
• Collaborate closely with DOI attorneys, auditors, analysts, and investigators, as well as prosecutors and other law enforcement agencies, in advancing investigations and sharing findings.
• Draft clear investigative reports and written referrals
• Propose operational and procedural reforms to strengthen agency controls and reduce risk.
• Maintain meticulous case documentation in compliance with DOI standards, and uphold confidentiality and integrity in all investigative activities.
• Participate in cross-team case briefings, trainings, and interagency coordination meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees