What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Rackets Investigator position at City of New York?
The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.
In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Senior Rackets Investigator. The Senior Investigator is responsible for conducting a wide variety of investigations.
Job Responsibilities
SENIOR RACKETS INVESTIGATOR - 30831
Minimum Qualifications
New York State Residency is REQUIRED on the first day of employment.
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.
, $77,449.00 – $77,449.00
In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Senior Rackets Investigator. The Senior Investigator is responsible for conducting a wide variety of investigations.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough and professional investigations in a discreet manner as assigned.
- Execute search warrants and effect arrests.
- Participate in court-ordered electronic eavesdropping.
- Mentor and assist junior investigators when appropriate.
- Continuing case management and review.
- Provide on-going status updates to the D/C and Chief Detective Investigator.
- Ability to access and utilize various computer databases.
- Ability to liaison with other law enforcement agencies and government and financial institutions.
- Assist investigators and Assistant District Attorneys in preparation for court proceedings.
- Testify before grand or petit juries regarding investigations.
- Conduct complex and highly confidential investigations and relevant research.
- Assist and mentor investigators in the use of electronic and technical equipment (e.g., Audio equipment, plate reader, LoJack tracking device, mobile digital terminals, and surveillance photographic equipment).
- Prepare reports and maintains records of activities and investigations.
- Participate in protective details and locate, transport, and protect witnesses.
- Assist and mentor Rackets Investigators, suggest work methods; monitor progress and prepare and review reports Participate in extraditions and related travel.
- The ideal candidate must have a valid certificate of completion from a New York State Basic Course for Police Officers academy or must be eligible to attend and complete a Police Officer Refresher course.
- All applicants must possess a valid NY State driver’s license and be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
- Must pass a psychological and physical exam and a background check.
- Must be qualified to Carry a Firearm.
- Prior experience working within the New York City criminal justice system and/or experience as a police officer within the State of New York is a plus.
- Extensive knowledge and investigative experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: homicides, robberies, grand larceny, financial crimes, fraud, and identity theft.
- As per NY Public Officers Law 2, 3-B, U.S. citizenship required.
SENIOR RACKETS INVESTIGATOR - 30831
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from high school or its equivalent and three years of full-time, paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work, one year of which must have been in rackets or police investigative work.
- Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1". However, all candidates are required to have one year of full-time, paid experience in rackets or police investigative work.
New York State Residency is REQUIRED on the first day of employment.
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.
, $77,449.00 – $77,449.00
Salary : $77,449