Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 01/06/25
Applications Due: 01/21/25
Vacancy ID: 177158
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyWaterfront Commission
TitleDetective - VID 177158
Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $113292 to $113292 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service
Travel Percentage 50%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County New York
Street Address 39 Broadway
City New York
StateNY
Zip Code10006
Job Specifics
Duties Description Under the supervision of the Sergeant, NYWC detectives conduct complex, long-term investigations of labor racketeering and organized crime in the Port of New York. Detectives also investigate possible violations of the WCA, including prohibited association with organized crime figures and career criminals. Tasks are primarily investigative and may include patrol, and enforcement functions including, but not limited to:
• Investigate and conduct follow-up on criminal cases and NYWC administrative proceedings.
• Review reports, analyze evidence, pursue investigative leads, develop informants and use of court authorized electronic listening devices.
• Gather intelligence on waterfront labor, unions, operators and practices.
• Determine criminal associations and patterns of criminal activity relating to organized crime and racketeering in the Port of New York.
• Work collaboratively with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies in joint investigations and serve on multi-agency task forces as necessary.
• Develop and maintain confidential sources and informants.
• Effect arrests, apply for and execute warrants, serve subpoenas and other legal process.
• Perform surveillance or undercover operations.
• Serve as lead detective on assigned cases as necessary.
• Conduct port patrol duties as necessary.
• Maintain a visible police presence within the port community.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive case documentation.
• Collect and process evidence in compliance with applicable law and NYWC policies.
• Present cases for prosecution to state, local and federal authorities as well as NYWC counsel.
• Testify as necessary in criminal and administrative proceedings.
• Report to supervisors as required on pending matters.
• All other duties as may be assigned by a Superior Officer.
Minimum Qualifications • Minimum of eight years of law enforcement experience with a local, state, bi-state or federal law enforcement agency, including at least eight years as a uniformed Police Officer. Certified New York Police Officer status is preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience conducting:
o Complex, long-term investigations of labor racketeering and organized crime in the Port of New York, including theft, illegal gambling, loan sharking, extortion and drug trafficking and other waterfront practices; and
o Investigations of prohibited associations with organized crime figures and career criminals under the Waterfront Commission Act (WCA).
• Significant familiarity with the WCA, New York State criminal law and procedure.
• Demonstrated proficiency in interrogation, conducting undercover operations, conducting physical, electronic and other methods of surveillance, executing search warrants, developing confidential informants and testifying at adjudicatory hearings.
• Functional knowledge of technical equipment used in law enforcement investigations, such as audio and video surveillance devices.
• Experience working with other law enforcement agencies, as well as established contacts within the law enforcement community in the State of New York.
• Candidates must be a United States citizen and possess a valid driver’s license.
Additional Qualifications:
• Strong oral and written communication skills, and adeptness at word processing programs.
• Ability to expertly and resourcefully utilize various law enforcement databases and digital forensic-related tools.
• Ability to exercise discretion, exercise independent judgment and be able to perform duties without close supervision.
• Candidates must be of good moral character and have not committed incidents involving perjury or false statement.
Additional Comments The New York Waterfront Commission (NYWC) is a law enforcement agency vested with licensing, regulatory and investigative powers. The NYWC’s mission is to investigate, deter, combat and remedy criminal activity and influence in the Port of New York, and to ensure fair hiring and employment practices so that the Port and region can grow and prosper. The agency conducts investigations into waterfront practices and works with federal, state and local law enforcement partners in complex criminal investigations pertaining to labor racketeering and organized crime. It conducts disciplinary hearings before administrative law judges to deny or revoke licensure for statutory violations, and to bar those who pose a danger to the public peace or safety or who lack the requisite good character and integrity from port employment.
New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
It is the policy of the State of New York to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, creed/religion, disability, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, familial status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
It is the policy of the New York Waterfront Commission to provide all qualified persons with equal opportunity in employment and to participate in and receive all the benefits, services, programs and activities of the Commission. Reasonable accommodations will be provided when appropriate to qualified persons with disabilities as are necessary to provide such equal opportunity.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Human Resources/ZP
Telephone 518-473-5282
Fax 518-486-1631
Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM
31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12242
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.
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