Review Vacancy
AgencyAttorney General, Office of the
TitleSenior Investigative Analyst - Law Enforcement Misconduct Investigative Office Buffalo (LEM_SIA_6249)
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $88161 to $111111 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Applicants for the SIA position must have the follow qualifications:
• A bachelor’s degree, ideally in criminal justice or another relevant field, and at least five (5) years of work experience in an investigative capacity demonstrating an increasing scope of responsibility and complexity are required;
• Applicants must have at least (3) years of experience managing staff, prior experience supervising investigative staff in a law enforcement or government agency is strongly preferred;
• Strong interpersonal skills, including demonstrated experience interviewing witnesses about complex and/or sensitive topics, including working with and/or engaging people from historically marginalized communities;
• Proactive with strong writing, reasoning and organization skills;
• Able to effectively contribute to a team and work independently, including self-managing deadlines/priorities;
• Sound judgement with the ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and discretion;
• Comfort using technology, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and social media;
• Prior experience using law enforcement, legal research and eDiscovery databases/platforms;
• Availability for regular travel in New York State, a valid New York State Driver’s License and the ability to operate a motor vehicle are required; and
• Proficiency in other languages, in addition to English, is also a plus.
Duties Description The New York State Office of the Attorney General is seeking an experienced manager for the position of Senior Investigative Analyst (SIA) in the Law Enforcement Misconduct Investigative Office (LEMIO) in New York City. LEMIO is a recently-established, first-of-its-kind statewide oversight body charged with identifying and addressing systemic police misconduct. LEMIO seeks to improve the effectiveness of law enforcement, promote public safety, protect the civil rights and liberties of New Yorkers, as well as enhance transparency and strengthen public trust in the criminal justice system.
LEMIO has a broad mandate to investigate “allegations of corruption, fraud, use of excessive force, criminal activity, conflicts of interest or abuse” as well as patterns and practices of police misconduct. LEMIO investigates reports of misconduct, examines departmental policies and procedures and makes recommendations for reform.
The SIA will help manage a team of Investigative Analysts located around New York State and will partner with LEMIO’s attorneys to facilitate investigations. The SIA will report to the Chief of LEMIO. SIA applicants who are located in New York City are strongly preferred, but well-qualified applicants who are located in Buffalo will also be considered.
The duties of the SIA will include but are not limited to the following:
• Supervising a team of Investigative Analysts, including providing coaching and guidance and managing performance issues as needed;
• Developing trainings and team protocols and promoting a consistent approach to investigations;
• Managing a caseload of active investigations, both independently and in coordination with LEMIO attorneys;
• Developing, reviewing, and editing investigative plans and reports;
• Completing field work, including canvassing for witnesses, scheduling and conducting witness interviews, and traveling to where misconduct may have occurred to obtain evidence such as photos, measurements and video and audio footage;
• Reviewing, analyzing and synthesizing evidence such as police documents, medical records, audio and video files, etc.;
• Discussing investigative findings and recommendations with the Chief of LEMIO and LEMIO attorneys; and
• Providing support for stakeholder outreach and other activities as needed.
Additional Comments The annual salary for this position is $88,161 - $111,111 + $3,026 in location pay (NYC only). The final salary will be set after a complete evaluation of the selected candidate’s qualifications. As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, the OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.
Per Office of the Attorney General policy, confirmation of vaccination status is a condition of employment for this position. If you are not fully vaccinated, you may be required to provide regular negative COVID-19 PCR test results at a frequency determined by the agency. The agency will consider religious and reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact recruitment@ag.ny.gov.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of the Attorney General
Legal Recruitment Bureau - 28 Liberty St
Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY
Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our careers website: http://www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings.
Reference No. LEM_SIA_6249
Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
• Cover Letter
? You may address to the Legal Recruitment Unit.
? Indicate why you are interested in a position with LEMIO and what makes you a strong candidate.
? Please indicate your location preference: New York City or Buffalo.
• Resume
• Writing Sample
• List of three (3) references
? Only submit professional references, supervisory references are preferred.
? Indicate the nature and duration of your relationship to each reference.
? Include contact information and email addresses for each reference.
? Please note, your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.
If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG and the application process or need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.
For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: ag.ny.gov