City Of New York

Senior Rackets Investigator

City Of New York$100K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Cybercrime investigations.
  • Must have completed police academy training in New York State.
  • Certified as a police officer on NYS DCJS Police registry.
  • Valid NYS driver's license required.
  • Proficiency in utilizing various City databases for investigations.
  • Experience in working undercover preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct and manage diverse criminal investigative caseloads.
  • Investigate cyber-crime and terrorism-related activities.
  • Perform fieldwork including surveillance and undercover operations.
  • Prepare comprehensive narrative reports on investigations.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and external organizations.
  • Execute search warrants and lead to arrests when applicable.
  • Engage in witness and subject interviews during investigations.

Benefits

  • Flexible hours to accommodate investigation assignments.
  • Opportunity to work on high-stakes cases involving cybercrime and terrorism.
  • Collaborative environment with various law enforcement agencies.
  • Potential for specialized training and skills development.
  • Engagement in critical and impactful community service initiatives.
Full 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 investigating all aspects of Cybercrime cases. 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 investigations into cyber-crime and terrorism-related activities. -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. -Minimum of 8 years' experience conducting Cybercrime investigations. Preferred Requirements/Skills: -Bachelor's degree. -Detective Squad or O.C.I.D. or Task Force Officer, with a minimum of 1- 2 years experience in that special investigative assignment. -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. -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. -Flexibility for domestic or overseas travel. -Have and maintain a U.S. Passport. How to Apply: -Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume. 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. 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 position and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum 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. SENIOR RACKETS INVESTIGATOR - 30831 Qualifications 1. 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. 2. 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

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