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Agency Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of

Title Deputy Chief Investigator - Criminal Investigative Division

Occupational Category Enforcement or Protective Services

Salary Grade 663

Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary Range From $115283 to $145682 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 40%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County To Be Determined

Street Address NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision

Multiple Locations - see additional comments

City Albany, Queens, Fishkill, Wallkill or Clinton

State NY

Zip Code 00000

Duties Description The Office of Special Investigations (OSI) is seeking qualified candidates to be considered for to serve as the Deputy Chief Investigator (DCI) for the Criminal Investigations Division (CID) for the Eastern Region (CID-East) of New York State. This multifaceted Division investigates a range of criminal activities associated with the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS), including but not limited to the following: violent acts resulting in serious injury or death, threats of violence, gun and drug distribution and possession, contraband smuggling, and criminal organizations engaged in extremist violence or terrorist activities. CID also provides investigative assistance, intelligence, and information to law enforcement agencies. CID participates in several task forces and intelligence centers. CID also works closely with OSI Canine Division, dedicated to interdicting controlled substances and other contraband smuggled into correctional facilities. This DCI position is responsible for the daily operations of CID and management of CID staff in eastern regions of New York State. The DCI position is the fourth-level leadership and supervisory level role (under the Deputy Commissioner/Chief, Assistant Commissioner/Assistant Chief, and Director of Operations). The DCI supervises Assistant Deputy Chief Investigators, Senior Investigators and Investigators handling CID cases and ensure that their investigations are thorough, timely, and fair, as well as compliant with all relevant policies and laws.

Minimum Qualifications The qualifications include at least eight years’ investigative experience and at least three years of leadership, management, and supervisory experience. Experience investigating drug smuggling, gun trafficking, threats of violence, and deaths of individuals is preferred. OSI may accept relevant advanced educational degrees (i.e., above high school or GED) as a substitute for investigative experience on a two-years education for one-year investigative experience basis for all of OSI’s peace officer positions. Candidates should also have exhibited demonstrated leadership qualities. Strong leadership and the ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities are necessary. This position will require a high degree of organizational and writing skills, as well as must be available to respond immediately to incidents and possibly remain in the area as needed. OSI investigative staff must possess, at a minimum, knowledge of the applicable laws, the highest levels of behavior including personal integrity and ethics; fairness; character; judgment; attitude; and respect for and ability to work with others inside and outside OSI. OSI investigative staff must have state-of-the-art technical skills for thorough and objective investigations and to fulfill OSI’s mission. Appropriate licensure and certifications (including being or becoming a peace officer qualified to carry a firearm) are also required. The ability to travel is also necessary. OSI is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion by ensuring equal justice and opportunity without discrimination against any person based on their protected class. All applicants must pass a background check and be able to obtain a security clearance.

Additional Comments Location: OSI’s Albany, Queens, Fishkill, Wallkill or Clinton Office. Office assignments are based upon the needs of OSI and the Department. Travel is required.This position is not overtime eligible.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Office of Special Investigations (Attn: Recruitment and Hiring)

Telephone

Fax

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street NYS Dept. of Corrections and Community Supervision

The Harriman State Campus - 1220 Washington Avenue, Building 4

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

Notes on Applying Interested qualified individuals should apply to OSI by submitting a resume and cover letter by either email ([email protected]) or US Mail, addressed to: New York State Department of Corrections and Community SupervisionOffice of Special Investigations (Attn: Recruitment & Hiring)1220 Washington Ave., Building 4Albany, NY 12226-2050