Senior Rackets Investigator

About the role

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Senior Rackets Investigator in its Investigation Bureau in the Post-Conviction Justice Unit. In this position, under supervision, with some latitude for independent judgment and initiative, the Senior Investigator is responsible for conducting a wide variety of investigations. This is a sworn police officer position. The candidate must meet all qualifications to be certified as a police officer on the NYS DCJS Police registry. This position requires you have successfully completed police academy training in New York State, and you are required to pass a mandatory background check to carry a firearm. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Conducting, managing, and updating on-going criminal investigative caseloads with a focus on, but not limited to homicides. - Conducting and managing fieldwork, consisting of surveillance, quality assurance checks, and various undercover operations. - Reviewing voluminous and complicated facts to ascertain their validity. - Preparing extensive and comprehensive narrative reports. - Providing protective details and witness transportation protection. - Executing search warrants often leading to arrests. - Work in an undercover capacity. - Deploy, operate, and maintain both overt and covert electronic investigative equipment. - Manage and monitor, at times, complex and lengthy investigations. - Work with and oversee junior investigators when appropriate. - Testifying at grand jury, criminal trials, and all other court proceedings. - Performing background investigations on employees, contractors, and registrants. - Ensure that background checks are sent out and received. - Contact and interview witnesses and subjects. - Perform field visits to businesses, communities, and other contacts. - Gather information through collateral contacts, financial institutions, and other law enforcement agencies. - Use various City databases to perform background and information searches, such as: eJustice, IIS, IFCOM, Webcrims, Google, and various watchdog registries. - Working on special projects and tasks as assigned by the Chief Investigator. - Must be willing to work flexible hours. In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following: - Firearms qualification required. - Must possess a valid certificate of completion from a New York State Basic Course for Police Officers academy or must be eligible to attend and successfully complete a Police Officer Refresher course. - Must have a valid NYS driver's license. - Must pass a medical exam, drug test, psychological screening, and an intensive background check. - As per NY Public Officers Law 2, §3-B, U.S. citizenship required. Preferred Requirements/Skills: - Bachelor's degree. - Minimum of 15 years of Law enforcement experience. - Relevant experience in the investigation of domestic violence and hate crimes cases. - Experience in working with victims and witnesses of domestic violence, hate crimes and special victims' cases. - Ability to conduct confidential and sensitive investigations. - Experience as an investigator evaluating credit worthiness. - Performing investigations involving the research, compilation, and/or location of evidence or information to build a case or uncover activities of a criminal, corrupt, unlawful or unethical nature. - Proficiency in the use of wiretap equipment, GPS tracking devices, video and audio surveillance transmitting, and recording devices preferred. - Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. - Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow. - Ability to work independently and manage multiple short-term projects. - Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines. - Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy. - Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment. - Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to multi-task. - Ability to interact with all levels of staff and other law enforcement agencies. - Detective Squad or O.C.I.D. or Task Force Officer, with a minimum of 4- 5 years' experience in that special investigative assignment. - Flexibility for domestic or overseas travel. - Have and maintain a U.S. Passport. How to Apply: - Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume. Hours/Shift: - Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. - Ability to work flexible hours. Additional Information: - Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least one (1) year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position. - Looking for candidates that could commit to three (3) ye