The Department of Financial Services (DFS) is seeking candidates for the position of Investigator to investigate criminal and fraudulent activities in our regulated financial institutions in support of DFS' efforts to enforce the Banking, Insurance and Financial Services laws. This may involve travel and undercover operations for extended periods and irregular hours, including weekends. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: • Performs a wide variety of enforcement, regulatory and licensing investigative activities, pursuant to the Banking, Insurance and Financial Services Laws and the Department's regulatory obligations, in order to gather information and report facts; • Reviews assigned cases or complaints from the public; • Plans the scope and method of an investigation based on office policy, accessibility of information and importance of a case; • Meets with and interviews witnesses, complainants, proprietors, prospective licensees and others to obtain information relating to an investigation and take statements from individuals in an appropriate format, taking care to include a full description of the facts needed to support an investigation; • Develops leads and informants and conducts surveillance and engages in undercover work often using a camera, recording device, or other equipment to document findings; • Obtains and safeguards evidence according to agency procedures and legal requirements; • Confers with law enforcement and other entities to convey and obtain information relevant to an investigation and to develop and maintain rapport to ensure mutual cooperation in the conduct of an investigation; • Participates in joint agency operations targeting patterns of non-compliance or violations by regulated entities; • Prepares factual written reports of information gathered during an investigation and discusses investigative findings and recommendations with supervisors and program specialists; • Recommends an appropriate course of action consistent with findings and agency policy and practices; • Assists with witness preparation and fact and evidence development during trials; • Testifies at administrative proceedings or in court regarding the details of investigations and related conclusions; and • Other appropriate and occupationally related duties as assigned. • Travel may be required up to 50%. Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications • The incumbent will be designated as a peace officer and must be a United States citizen, reside in New York State, and maintain New York State residence during employment, as well as meet all other requirements related to peace officer status. Performance of the duties may require frequent, unscheduled work on evenings and weekends and requires reasonable flexibility. • The preferred candidate will have a minimum of eight years of law enforcement investigative experience leading financial or insurance fraud investigations. The applicant should have working knowledge of law enforcement agencies and the criminal justice system at all levels; the ability to marshal and analyze data, the ability to conduct research, conduct investigative interviews and prepare written reports; analyze financial documents and filings, and possess excellent presentation, organization, and analytical skills. Appointment Method: This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. As such, the incumbent of this position would serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority. Additional Comments Please note that a change in negotiating unit may affect your salary, insurance and other benefits. Salary: $86,681 - $109,650 (salary commensurate with experience) Positions located within the New York City metropolitan area, as well as Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland, and Westchester Counties, are also eligible to receive an additional $4,000 annual downstate adjustment. Appointment Status: This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. Appointment to this position is pending Governor Appointment's Office and Division of Budget approval. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Nate Keiper Telephone Email Address [email protected] Address Street One Commerce Plaza Suite 301 City Albany State NY Zip Code 12257 Notes on Applying To Apply: Interested qualified candidates must submit a resume and letter of interest no later than July 31, 2026 to the email address listed below. Please include Box # (Box INV-NYC-GC) in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. Email submissions are preferred. Please be advised that the New York State Department of Financial Services does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Nate Keiper Box INV-NYC-GC New York State Department of Financial Services Office of Human Resources Management One Commerce Plaza, Suite 301 Albany, NY 12257 Email: [email protected] Fax: (518) 402-5071 All candidates that apply may not be scheduled for an interview. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employment with New York State qualifies an individual for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). 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