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Assistant Chief Officer- Special Investigations and Review

Job ID: 12205

Business Unit: New York City Transit

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: SPCL INVESTIGATIONS & REVIEW

Date Posted: Jul 7, 2025

Description

Job Information

Title: Assistant Chief Officer, Special Investigations & Review

First Date of Posting: 7.7.2025

Last Date of Posting: Open until till filled.

Authority: TA/OA/MTA Bus

Department: Office of the President

Division/Unit: Special Investigations & Review

Reports to: Chief Officer, Special Investigations & Review Work Location: 130 Livingston Street

Hours of Work: As required.

This position on the NYC Transit payroll is competitive and is eligible for the 55-a Program. This position is open to qualified persons who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55 (https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page) - a (https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page) - program.page

Compensation:

Salary Range:

$128,958 - $ 174,060 (Grade A-920pts)

Responsibilities:

+ Directly accountable for managing and conducting investigations and studies into fraud, abuse, and mismanagement involving all NYCT and MTA Bus employees.

+ Perform investigations/studies of the following issues: payroll/time, asset recovery, employee misconduct, arrests, harassment, vandalism, security, workplace violence, internet usage, etc.

+ Prepare high-level, high-profile reports that recommend and direct the implementation of corrective actions to prevent fraud, abuse, and mismanagement.

+ Represent NYCT and MTA Bus in joint investigations with law enforcement, other MTA agencies, and outside agencies.

Education and Experience:

Baccalaureate degree, ten (10) years of experience, of which five (5) years must have been in a managerial/supervisory/administrative capacity.

Desired Skills:

+ Demonstrated ability to work in a large, complex, heavily unionized, and diverse operating environment with multiple work locations and a large employee population.

+ Knowledge of auditing, investigative/surveillance techniques, penal code, NYCT and MTA Bus operating and administrative policies and procedures, and relevant regulations.

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.

+ Strong leadership, problem-solving, and computer skills.

+ Ability to interface effectively with senior management, staff, and MTA affiliates, and external organizations.

+ Valid Driver's License with no restrictions in the State of New York

Selection Method:

Based on the evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.

Other Information:

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Equal Employment Opportunity:

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.