City Of New York

Deputy Inspector General

City Of New York$110K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate degree in related field required, with extensive experience in investigation or auditing
  • Minimum four years of full-time experience in investigation, auditing, law enforcement, or related field
  • At least 18 months of supervisory or managerial experience required
  • Ability to exercise discretion and professional judgment in significant policy matters
  • Approval from the Commissioner of Investigation essential for all candidates

Responsibilities

  • Assess complaints to direct investigative approaches and staff planning
  • Lead confidential investigations into fraud, corruption, and misconduct
  • Oversee drafting and editing of investigative reports with actionable findings
  • Collaborate with other investigative units and city agencies
  • Manage team, resources, and workflow for efficient investigations
  • Execute special projects as assigned

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive workplace culture
  • Engagement with high-stakes investigative work
  • Collaboration with key city agencies and law enforcement
Full Job Description
The Deputy Inspector General will play a crucial role in supporting the Inspector General of the Department of Investigation for several key New York City agencies, including the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, the Department of Buildings, the Housing Development Corporation, the Department of Small Business Services, the Department of City Planning, the Business Integrity Commission, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, and the Board of Standards and Appeals. This position is vital for overseeing all administrative functions of the unit, as well as managing thorough investigations and audits of programs, operations, and businesses associated with these agencies, specifically targeting the affordable housing and construction sectors. The ideal candidate will bring robust legal, leadership, and supervisory experience in an investigative context, complemented by strong communication and interpersonal skills that inspire productivity and motivate team members in conducting timely audits and investigations that adhere to agency standards. A genuine interest in understanding the programs and histories of the agencies is essential. This individual will cultivate a workplace culture that values ingenuity, resourcefulness, creativity, and critical thinking. Exceptional writing and editing abilities will be required to ensure that all audit and investigative reports and documents are clear, concise, accurate, and compelling. Furthermore, the Deputy Inspector General will actively build and maintain collaborative relationships with prosecutorial agencies and law enforcement partners, reinforcing a commitment to transparency and accountability. Key Responsibilities: -Assessing allegations and complaints to identify potential investigative avenues and guide staff in the planning and execution of investigative operations, including subpoenas, interviews, document reviews, and fieldwork. -Lead and supervise confidential investigations of fraud, corruption, misconduct, and waste. -Oversee the drafting and editing of investigative reports that present findings and recommend corrective actions and policy and procedural reforms to City agencies. -Working collaboratively with other investigative units, prosecutorial bodies, and City agencies. -Manage personnel, resources, and workflow to ensure timely and high-quality investigative outcomes. -Undertake special projects as assigned. If selected, the candidate will be fingerprinted and undergo a background investigation. In addition, for positions that have a law enforcement and/or investigative function, the candidate's consumer credit history will be reviewed during the background investigation, and as otherwise permitted by NYC Administrative Code 8-107(24)(b)(2)(A) To Apply: All applicants, including current City Employees may apply by going to https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov and search for the specific Job ID #788957. Please do not email, mail, or fax your resume directly. Submissions of resumes do not guarantee an interview. Due to the high volume of resumes received for positions, only selected candidates will be contacted. Appointments are subject to Office of Management & Budget approval for budgeted headcount. DEPUTY INSPECTOR GENERAL - 31144 Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four years of full-time experience in investigation, auditing, law enforcement, law security, management analysis, or in a major operational area of the agency to which the assignment is to be made; at least 18 months of which must have been in a supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive capacity, and the approval of the Commissioner of Investigation; or 2. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have the approval of the Commissioner of Investigation and 18 months of supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive experience; or 18 months of experience in the exercise of discretion and professional judgment in significant policy matters related to criminal justice or areas particularly relevant to the Office of the Inspector General to which the candidate would be assigned. Additional Information

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