• Investigator

    City of New York (New York, NY)


    Job Description

    Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours

     

    Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101

     

    The NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC), Law Division, is seeking a highly motivated entry-level Investigator interested in developing a career in investigations, surveillance, and fact-finding. This role is ideal for recent graduates, early-career professionals, or candidates with internships or limited experience related to criminal justice or investigative work.

     

    This position supports the Agency’s internal disciplinary program under Section 75 of the New York Civil Service Law. Extensive prior investigative experience is not expected or required training will be provided. Successful candidates will demonstrate curiosity, professionalism, strong observational skills, and enthusiasm for working both in the office and extensively in the field.

    Key Responsibilities:

    - Assist with internal investigations involving employee conduct and policy compliance

     

    - Conduct fact-finding interviews and assist in gathering documentation

     

    - Perform field work, including observations, site visits, and service of legal process

     

    - Support surveillance-related activities as assigned

     

    - Prepare clear, accurate written reports and summaries

     

    - Maintain investigative case files and electronic records

     

    - Utilize agency computer systems for case tracking and data entry

     

    - Assist with administrative hearings and provide testimony when required

     

    - Review referrals and allegations to determine appropriate follow-up actions

     

    Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

    All applicants, including City Employees:

    Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly.

    INVESTIGATOR (EMPLOYEE DISCIPL - 31163

    Qualifications

    A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in one or more of the fields of accounting, auditing, correction administration, criminal justice administration and planning, forensic science and security, or in a major operational area of the agency in which the appointment is to be made; or

    A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or

     

    Education and/ or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above.

     

    Additional Information

     

    The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

     

    Salary Min: $ 49,162.00

     

    Salary Max: $ 56,536.00