Investigator (Discipline)

City of New York • New York, NY

3d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) operates facilities and court commands across the five boroughs and is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors, volunteers, and people in its custody. DOC participates in criminal justice reform initiatives intended to move the City toward a smaller jail system while maintaining public safety.

DOC seeks experienced Investigators for its PREA team, which enforces the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003. Under the direction of a Supervisor Investigator and with latitude for independent judgment, Investigators conduct complex and sensitive inquiries into allegations of sexual abuse and harassment involving people in custody, staff, volunteers, and contractors. The role supports compliance with PREA standards and DOC directives.

Requirements

• A four-year high school diploma or equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in one or more of the listed fields, including accounting, auditing, correction administration, criminal justice administration and planning, forensic science, inspection, investigation, law enforcement, personnel administration, police science, security, or a major operational area of the appointing agency; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or
• Education and/or experience equivalent to one of the listed alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent, confidential investigations into reported or alleged sexual abuse and harassment incidents.
• Assist the Supervisory Investigator with case development and strategy, and ensure investigations comply with policy and timelines.
• Liaise with the NYC Department of Investigation, NYPD, and district attorneys’ offices on assigned cases.
• Prepare, review, and evaluate reports, studies, and recommendations; take administrative action; and make formal recommendations.
• Collaborate with federal, state, and local investigative and law enforcement agencies.
• Testify at hearings and court proceedings.
• Conduct staff hearings and MEO-16 procedures.
• Apply knowledge of DOC policies, rules, regulations, disciplinary procedures, and the criminal justice system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time