SIX years of experience in a field investigative position conducting interviews of witnesses and others, taking written statements and affidavits, collecting and analyzing physical and documentary evidence, and preparing detailed written reports of investigative findings.
Substitution:
an associate degree in criminal justice, cyber security, law enforcement, police science, criminal justice administration, criminology, criminal investigation, police studies, public justice, forensic accounting, forensic psychology, forensic science, economic crime management, or homeland security can substitute for TWO years of specialized experience;
a bachelor's or higher degree in criminal justice, cyber security, law enforcement, police science, criminal justice administration, criminology, criminal investigation, police studies, public justice, forensic accounting, forensic psychology, forensic science, economic crime management, or homeland security can substitute for FOUR years of specialized experience.
Types of Investigative EXPERIENCE THAT COULD BE CONSIDERED QUALIFYING: experience in such positions as police detective, insurance investigator, licensed and registered private investigator, federal investigator, state investigator, municipal investigator, child protective services investigator, in an investigative position involving trial preparations and detailed reports, or investigations within a branch of the Armed Services are examples which meet the Minimum Qualifications.
Examples of NON-QUALIFYING experience include but are not limited to: experience in routine police patrol work, security guard or related security position, tax collector, collector of delinquent accounts, credit checker, legal assistant/attorney, hotel or store detective, loss prevention officer, parole officer, correction officer, guard, inspector, or experience in adoption and/or foster care placement.

• Plan and conduct investigations based on a thorough knowledge of the application and interpretation of the specific laws and regulations relating to the investigative jurisdiction of the specific agency’s bureau.

• Review Claims and Notices of Intention filed against the State to determine type of action and what investigation is needed. Contact and correspond with other departments or agencies, including Federal, State, Municipal or local governments, for information relating to the case. Locate and contact private organizations for information and locate and review court records or insurance company files.

• Use computer databases such as Department of Motor Vehicles, ISO, Choice Point (CDB-Infotek), Dun & Bradstreet, Lexis-Nexis, Internet Web sites, etc. to do information searches.

• Conduct field investigations at the location or site/scene of incidents; collect and secure physical evidence, records, documents; take photos, if needed; canvas area for possible witnesses, identify the locating witnesses named in police reports/records or fire department or ambulance reports, etc.; interview and obtain statements from witnesses.

• Conduct undercover investigations, including surveillance of claimants using video and still cameras.

• Locate and work with expert witnesses needed at or for preparation of the trial. Service of papers and subpoenas on parties, law firms, agencies, corporations, government offices, etc. for appearances as witnesses at the trial or for documents needed at the trial or for Examinations Before Trial (EBTs).

• Transport witnesses, documents, or exhibits to EBTs or trials. Confer with Assistant Attorneys General during the course of the defense of the action. Testify at trial as to the investigation that was done.

• Perform various duties involving State-wide initiatives.

• Investigate and resolve consumer disputes by communicating both verbally or in writing with all concerned parties.

• Research and interpret laws and decisions as they are related to consumer issues.

• Occasional supervision of student interns.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• This position requires travel

• Positions located in New York City receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment location pay.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.