Investigator Level 1

City of New York • New York City, NY

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About The Position

The Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) is seeking an Investigator Level 1 to join their Investigations Division. This entry-level position is responsible for conducting impartial investigations of civilian complaints against NYPD Members of Service alleging police misconduct within the CCRB's jurisdiction. Investigators will collect, review, and analyze evidence, interview complainants, victims, witnesses, and police officers, conduct legal research, and draft impartial, concise, and compelling reports detailing their investigations. The ideal candidate will be an excellent writer who enjoys writing, as preparing closing reports is a substantial and critical aspect of the job.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent writing skills.
• Enjoyment of writing.

Responsibilities

• Receive, manage and impartially investigate a caseload of civilian complaints alleging that NYPD Members of service used excessive force, abused their authority, behaved discourteously, used offensive language, or made false official statements.
• Determine whether complaints fall within the CCRB’s jurisdiction.
• Schedule and conduct interviews of complainants, witnesses and officers.
• Identify, secure and analyze evidence, including but not limited to police reports, body-worn camera and other video footage, medical records, and more.
• Analyze and interpret rules, regulations and policies as outlined in the NYPD Patrol Guide.
• Draft detailed transcriptions/summaries of all interviews.
• Draft closing reports that concisely describe factual findings, applicable rules, and reasoning for recommended case dispositions, which will be reviewed by CCRB Board members.
• Participate or collaborate in field-investigation activities to identify and gather evidence.

Benefits

• Intensive multi-week orientation training.
• Management by supervisors with investigative and administrative experience.
• Knowledge about policing in a democratic society, New York City Police Department procedures, legal principles governing use of force, search and seizure, and other relevant aspects of law.
• Comprehensive in-service training.
• Challenging and meaningful responsibilities.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Mentor assignment and support.
• Opportunity for promotions and career advancement.
• The full array of collectively bargained for benefits that come with membership in DC 37.

What This Job Offers

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