Senior Rackets Investigator
About The Position
The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (BXDA) is responsible for public safety and equal justice for the Bronx County community. It focuses on assisting crime victims while ensuring fairness to defendants and seeks appropriate punishment while recognizing when punitive measures do not advance justice. The BXDA seeks an experienced Senior Rackets Investigator to conduct a wide variety of investigations in support of this mission. This is a sworn police officer position requiring an experienced candidate. The candidate must meet the qualifications to be certified as a police officer in the New York State DCJS Police registry, complete New York State police academy training, and pass a mandatory background check to carry a firearm.
Requirements
- Valid certificate of completion from a New York State Basic Course for Police Officers academy, or eligibility to attend and complete a Police Officer Refresher course.
- Valid New York State driver’s license.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
- Pass a psychological examination, physical examination, and background check.
- Qualified to carry a firearm.
- U.S. citizenship is required under NY Public Officers Law 2, 3-B.
- Meet all qualifications for certification as a police officer in the New York State DCJS Police registry and successfully complete New York State police academy training.
- High school graduation or equivalent and three years of full-time, paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work, including one year in rackets or police investigative work; or equivalent education and/or experience, with one year of full-time, paid experience in rackets or police investigative work required.
- Experienced candidate.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience within the New York City criminal justice system and/or experience as a police officer within New York State.
- Extensive knowledge and investigative experience in one or more of the following areas: homicides, robberies, grand larceny, financial crimes, fraud, and identity theft.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough, professional, and discreet investigations as assigned.
- Execute search warrants and effect arrests.
- Participate in court-ordered electronic eavesdropping.
- Mentor and assist junior investigators when appropriate.
- Manage and review cases on an ongoing basis.
- Provide ongoing status updates to the D/C and Chief Detective Investigator.
- Access and use various computer databases.
- Liaise with law enforcement agencies, government entities, and financial institutions.
- Assist investigators and Assistant District Attorneys in preparing for court proceedings.
- Testify before grand or petit juries regarding investigations.
- Conduct complex, highly confidential investigations and relevant research.
- Assist and mentor investigators in using electronic and technical equipment, including audio equipment, plate readers, LoJack tracking devices, mobile digital terminals, and surveillance photographic equipment.
- Prepare reports and maintain records of activities and investigations.
- Participate in protective details and locate, transport, and protect witnesses.
- Assist and mentor Rackets Investigators, suggest work methods, monitor progress, and prepare and review reports.
- Participate in extraditions and related travel.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
