Investigative Specialist 2 (Professional Conduct), Box OP-1996/21803

Duties Description

The New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions is seeking candidates for an Investigative Specialist 2 position in the Office of Professional Discipline in Albany, NY. The incumbent will work under the general direction of an Investigative Specialist 4 and will supervise and direct Investigative Specialist 1s. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervise and direct Investigative Specialist 1s in the investigation of allegations of violations of
• statutes, rules or regulations by licensed professionals, unlawful practice of a profession by an unlicensed person, the moral character of a person seeking licensure or the background of formerly licensed professionals who are seeking reinstatement of their professional license;
• Assign cases and assist in the development of an overall plan for the conduct of investigations;
• Evaluate information gathered in all phases of investigations to determine the scope or direction of the
• Investigation;
• Make recommendations to the Investigative Specialist 4 (Professional Conduct) relative to case dispositions; and
• Ensure the accuracy and timely submission of required reports and administrative tasks as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent non-competitive service as an Investigative Specialist 2 (Professional Conduct).

Non-competitive Appointment

• Either: One year of permanent non-competitive service as an Investigative Specialist 1;
• Or 2. Seven years of experience in conducting field investigations or investigations of medical misconduct preliminary to civil litigation or criminal prosecution. This experience must include conducting interviews of witnesses and others; preparing detailed reports of investigative findings; and testifying at administrative or criminal proceedings. One year of the experience must have been at a supervisory level.
  
  

SUBSTITUTION: An Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field may be substituted for two years of qualifying experience. A Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a related field may substitute for four years of qualifying experience. Related fields include law enforcement, police science, criminal justice administration, criminology, criminal investigation, police studies, public justice, forensic accounting, forensic psychology, forensic science, and economic crime management.

Additional Comments

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent, non-competitive appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree and/or experience will be required for all candidates at the time of interview.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $109,6508 based on annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by April 23, 2026 to opjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OP-1996/21803) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.

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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20 days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
  
  

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
  
  

Additional Benefits

• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.