Working alongside the Department of Investigation, the Buildings Special Investigations Unit (BSIU) investigates allegations of misconduct related to individuals and licensees who conduct business with the Department. Working to ensure the integrity of all transactions, the unit generates cases from complaints and initiates the appropriate course of action and/or discipline.

The Chief Investigator is a senior position responsible for overseeing and coordinating all investigative activities within BSIU. This role involves supervising a team of investigators, planning and managing investigations, preparing detailed reports and recommendations, and ensuring that all investigative procedures are followed in accordance with legal and organizational standards. The Chief Investigator will also play a key role in responding to construction site accidents, assisting law enforcement, and may be required to testify in grand jury and court proceedings.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Supervision and Management:
- Supervise and provide guidance to a team of investigators.
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee all investigative activities.
- Ensure investigations are conducted efficiently, thoroughly, and in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
- Evaluate performance and provide regular feedback and training to investigative staff.
2. Investigative Duties:
- Lead and manage complex investigations into various incidents, including construction site accidents.
- Assist law enforcement in determining the cause of accidents and other incidents.
- Conduct and oversee witness interviews and surveillance operations.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret evidence.
3. Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare comprehensive reports detailing investigative findings and recommendations.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of all investigative activities.
- Present findings to senior management, law enforcement, and legal teams as required.
4. Training and Development:
- Develop and implement training programs for investigative staff.
- Ensure all investigators are up-to-date with the latest investigative techniques and legal requirements.
5. Legal and Court Responsibilities:
- Testify at grand jury proceedings and in court as needed.
- Provide expert witness testimony and support during legal proceedings.
6. Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with other departments, agencies, and law enforcement to ensure effective and coordinated investigations.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing clear and concise updates on investigative progress and outcomes.

Additional Information
- The role may require working in various environments, including office settings, construction sites, and courtrooms.
- The position may involve travel and working outside regular business hours.

- Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in investigative work, with at least 3 years in a supervisory
- role.
- Extensive knowledge of investigative techniques, legal standards, and ethical practices.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Experience with conducting interviews, surveillance, and evidence collection.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple investigations simultaneously.
- Willingness to testify in court and grand jury proceedings.

- Advanced degree in Criminal Justice or related field. - Previous experience in investigating construction site accidents. - Law enforcement background or related experience.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.