Under general supervision, the selected candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Preparing detailed referrals and executive summary reports in furtherance of administrative, civil, criminal prosecutions
- Conducting research in furtherance of enforcement and investigative initiatives
- Gathering, analyzing, and developing intelligence
- Managing a caseload of enforcement initiatives and case leads
- Conducting interviews of subjects and witnesses, and writing and reviewing lengthy, narrative reports
- Utilizing various databases and web-based programs to verify and gather information and research public records
- Reviewing and evaluating investigative reports, recommendations, enforcement actions and orders issued by agency staff
- Interpreting rules, regulations, codes, and policies
- Evaluating statistical reports and data in furtherance of case lead development
- Testifying at administrative hearings, and civil and criminal trials
- Coordinating and planning operations and field work

Additional Information
Unless the lists for Associate Investigator are exhausted, only permanent Associate Investigators, applicants who are reachable on the Associate Investigator civil service list, and applicants as indicated below will be considered will be considered.

Candidates who are permanent in comparable civil service titles may be considered for title change under rule 6.1.9 of the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York.


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NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of satisfactory, full-time experience as an investigator evaluating credit worthiness, searching for assets, verifying information concerning education, experience, and other personal qualifications bearing upon character and fitness for employment, or performing investigations involving the research, compilation and/or location of evidence or information in order to build a case or uncover activities of a criminal, corrupt, unlawful or unethical nature; or
2. An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory, full-time experience as described in "1" above; or
3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of satisfactory, full-time experience as described in "1" above; or
4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above.

- Knowledge of DOB rules, regulations, and processes - 2 years of experience conducting investigations, performing complex research, or related analytical and investigative functions - Excellent writing, organizational, multitasking, and communication skills - Strong computer skills - Superior skill in performing assignments in a team environment - Superior ability to manage a diverse and extensive caseload

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

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.