Investigator

City of New York•New York, NY

12d•$71,995 - $82,794

About The Position

The New York City Department of Probation is hiring two Investigators in the Internal Control Office. Under the Office’s direction, Investigators conduct sensitive and complex fact-finding inquiries involving Department employees, operations, and other matters referred to the Office. The work involves independent initiative and judgment, in close collaboration with Administration and Adult and Juvenile Operations.

Requirements

A four-year high school diploma or educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in one or more of the following: accounting, auditing, correction administration, criminal justice administration and planning, forensic science, security, or a major operational area of the agency in which the appointment is to be made; or
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or
Education and/or experience equivalent to the listed high school diploma and experience or baccalaureate degree qualifications.

Responsibilities

Conduct difficult and complex investigations into allegations of employee misconduct.
Interview witnesses and subjects and prepare reports on investigation findings.
Recommend appropriate disciplinary action to the Department Advocate after completing investigations.
Work closely and liaise with the NYC Department of Investigation.
Conduct surveillance related to allegations of employee time and leave abuse and residency.
Use investigatory databases, public records, telephone records, and social media platforms.
Testify at administrative disciplinary hearings and trials.
Monitor criminal cases involving Department employees.
Conduct field investigations and surveillance as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.