The New York City Department of Investigation (DOI) is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the country with a mission of combating municipal corruption. It serves the people of New York City by acting as an independent and nonpartisan watchdog for New York City government, City agencies, and City employees, vendors with City contracts, individuals and entities that receive City funds.
DOI is seeking a highly qualified individual to serve as the Deputy Commissioner/Chief of Investigations. Under the direction of the agency Commissioner, the Deputy Commissioner/Chief of Investigations will oversee the Investigation Division, Digital Forensic Unit, Technical Services Unit, Investigative Operations and the Peace Officer Program.
The Deputy Commissioner/Chief of Investigation will foster a collaborative, efficient and solutions-driven culture that supports the investigative work of this results-focused and highly visible agency. The Deputy Commissioner/Chief of Investigations will be an integral member of the agency's leadership team and an essential part of all policy and process decisions related to agency Investigations. The Deputy Commissioner/Chief of Investigations will bring an extensive knowledge of the New York City law enforcement community and an established network of contacts.
Responsibilities
- Assigns, directs and evaluates investigations into allegations of official misconduct, fraud, waste and abuse.
- Manages the investigative staff and work product of multiple investigative squads.
- Reviews and edits memoranda and reports regarding investigative matters.
- Represents the Commissioner at meetings concerning the progress and outcome of cases investigated by the Department and other matters relating to the Department's areas of responsibility.
- Performs liaison functions relating to the operations of the Department and the conduct of investigations by the Department with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and other City agencies.
- Recommends, writes, and reviews policy guidelines and procedural changes that result from DOI investigations.
- Coordinates the operation, management and policy direction of assigned Inspectors General and other managers and unit heads.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four years of full-time experience in investigation, auditing, law enforcement, law security, management analysis, or in a major operational area of the agency to which the assignment is to be made; at least 18 months of which must have been in a supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive capacity, and the approval of the Commissioner of Investigation; or
2. Education and/or experience equivalent to 1 above. However, all candidates must have the approval of the Commissioner of Investigation and 18 months of supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive experience; or 18 months of experience in the exercise of discretion and professional judgment in significant policy matters related to criminal justice or areas particularly relevant to the Office of the Inspector General to which the candidate would be assigned.
Preferred Skills
- Ten or more years of investigative, legal or law enforcement experience at a law enforcement agency, inspector general's office or prosecutors' office conducting and supervising complex criminal investigations.
- Five or more years of formal, titled supervisory experience in a high-level law enforcement management position.
- Five or more years of experience conducting confidential internal investigations related to employee misconduct, or systemic policy and procedure reviews, in an inspector general role.
- A broad range of criminal investigative experience, including, but not limited to crimes involving theft and fraud.
- Proven innovative, proactive and collaborative leadership style.
- Experience with NYC government operations, policies and procedures and the agencies of the City of New York; familiarity with New York State and Federal regulations related to investigative processes.
- Strong writing and oral communication skills.
- Proven ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information.
- Proficiency with MS Office and experience with multiple databases, ability to identify and evaluate software packages to enhance operations.
- Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
- Project management experience and ability to identify and optimize work flow.
Residency Requirement
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.
To Apply
All applicants, including current City Employees may apply by going to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for the specific Job ID# 776289. Please do not email, mail or fax your resume to DOI directly. Submissions of resumes does not guarantee an interview. Due to the high volume of resumes DOI receives for positions, only selected candidates will be contacted.
