Division/Unit: Investigation Bureau Civil Service Title: Rackets Investigator Position Title: Rackets Investigator Salary Range: $64,067 - $64,067
Job Description:
The New York County District Attorneys Office (DANY) has openings for Rackets Investigators in its Investigation Bureau. In this position, under supervision, with some latitude for independent judgment and initiative, the Investigator is responsible for conducting a wide variety of criminal 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.
Responsibilities:
• Conducting, managing, and updating on-going criminal investigations. • Conducting fieldwork, consisting of surveillance and various undercover operations. • Reviewing facts to ascertain their validity. • Preparing comprehensive narrative reports. • Providing protective details and witness transportation protection. • Investigating assaults, frauds, larcenies, extortion, identity theft, cyber-crimes, perjury, public integrity/official corruption, elder/child abuse, child pornography, robbery, burglary, narcotics investigations, organized crime, labor racketeering, conduct wiretap investigations, pre-trial support, etc. • Executing search and arrest warrants. • Testifying at grand jury, criminal trials, and all other court proceedings. • Performing background investigations on employees, contractors, and registrants. • Contact and interview witnesses. • 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. • Work in an undercover capacity. • Work on special projects and tasks as assigned by the Chief Investigator.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or High school graduation and two years of full-time paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work; or A satisfactory equivalent.
Public Svc Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement: City Residency is not required for this position.
The New York County District Attorney's Office 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 individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The New York County District Attorney's Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office's Professional Staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial Division, Investigation Division, Special Victims Division, Pathways to Public Safety Division, and Appeals Division, which handles all the Office's matters in state and federal appellate courts.
Professional Staff members perform a variety of key functions for the Office, including supporting the five Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our Professional Staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development.
How to Apply:
Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.
Additional Information:
Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position. Looking for candidates that could commit to three (3) years to the hiring unit.
Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.