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.
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