Senior Rackets Investigator

City of New York • New York, NY • 1d ago

Job Description

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Senior Rackets Investigator in its Investigation Bureau. In this position, under supervision, with some latitude for independent judgment and initiative, the Senior Investigator is responsible for conducting a wide variety of investigations. This is a sworn police officer position. The candidate must meet all qualifications to be certified as a police officer on the NYS DCJS Police registry. This position requires you to have successfully completed police academy training in New York State, and you are required to pass a mandatory background check to carry a firearm. Please note: we are looking for candidates that have experience in investigating homicides, cold cases, shootings and other violent crimes.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Conducting, managing, and updating ongoing criminal investigative caseloads with a focus on, but not limited to, Counterterrorism Debriefing and Intervention Team.

Conducting and managing fieldwork, consisting of surveillance, quality assurance checks, and various undercover operations.

Reviewing voluminous and complicated facts to ascertain their validity.

Preparing extensive and comprehensive narrative reports.

Executing search warrants often leads to arrests.

Work in an undercover capacity.

Collaborate with various law enforcement agencies and outside organizations.

Conduct surveillance to obtain and compile intelligence.

Manage and monitor, at times, complex and lengthy investigations.

Work with and oversee junior investigators when appropriate.

Contact and interview witnesses and subjects.

Testifying at grand jury, criminal trials, and all other court proceedings.

Perform field visits to businesses, communities, and other contacts.

Gather information through collateral contacts, financial institutions, and other law enforcement agencies. Use various City databases to perform background and information searches, such as: eJustice, IIS, IFCOM, Webcrims, Google, and various watchdog registries.

Working on special projects and tasks as assigned by the Chief Investigator.

Must be willing to work flexible hours.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following:

Firearms qualification required.

Must possess a valid certificate of completion from a New York State Basic Course for Police Officers academy or must be eligible to attend and successfully complete a Police Officer Refresher course.

Must have a valid NYS driver's license.

Must pass a medical exam, drug test, psychological screening, and an intensive background check.

As per NY Public Officers Law 2, 3-B, U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

Bachelor's degree.

Prior law enforcement or criminal justice experience.

Relevant experience in the investigation of domestic and international terrorism activities preferred. Experience liaising and collaborating with various state, federal and international law enforcement organizations preferred.

Experience in working with victims and witnesses of domestic violence, hate crimes and special victims' cases.

Ability to conduct confidential and sensitive investigations.

Experience as an investigator evaluating credit worthiness.

Performing investigations involving the research, compilation, and/or location of evidence or information to build a case or uncover activities of a criminal, corrupt, unlawful, or unethical nature.

Proficiency in the use of wiretap equipment, GPS tracking devices, video and audio surveillance transmitting, and recording devices preferred.

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.

Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple short-term projects.

Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.

Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment.

Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to multitask.

Ability to interact with all levels of staff and other law enforcement agencies.

Detective Squad or O.C.I.D. or Task Force Officer, with a minimum of 1- 2 years experience in that special investigative assignment.

Flexibility for domestic or overseas travel.

Have and maintain a U.S. Passport.

Hours/Shift:

Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Ability to work flexible hours.

How to Apply:

Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.

SENIOR RACKETS INVESTIGATOR - 30831

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or its equivalent and three years of full-time, paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work, one year of which must have been in rackets or police investigative work.

Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1". However, all candidates are required to have one year of full-time, paid experience in rackets or police investigative work.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Salary Min: $ 81,905.00

Salary Max: $ 81,905.00

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