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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 05/08/23

Applications Due05/22/23

Vacancy ID130400

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleInvestigative Specialist 1 (Narcotics) - 75202

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $61270 to $77912 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 30%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County New York

Street Address OPCHSM/Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement

90 Church Street, 4th Floor

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10007

Minimum Qualifications "Provisional Open-Competitive Minimum Qualifications: Six years of qualifying experience; OR an associates degree in criminal justice, 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 AND four years of qualifying experience; OR a bachelors or higher degree in criminal justice, 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 AND two years of qualifying experience

**Qualifying Experience: 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.

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.

Non-Qualifying Investigative Experience includes but may not be 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.

****** You will be required to have your physical and medical condition evaluated, participate in a drug screening test, participate in a psychological evaluation, and submit to an investigative screening. You must also obtain and maintain a firearm permit from New York City, be qualified to hold peace officer status in accordance with state law, and be a United States Citizen and New York State Resident"

Preferred Qualifications: "
Strong written and oral communication skills. The applicant must possess excellent organizational skills, be able to work independently and with a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Data analysis capabilities. Ability to formulate investigative strategies and make program recommendations based upon data analysis.
"

Duties Description As an Investigative Specialist 1 (Narcotics) you will investigate complaints involving the diversion and illicit trafficking of controlled substances, according to the rules and protocols established by the Department of Health and the Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (BNE), and will be required to initiate, develop, and complete investigations culminating in civil and criminal referrals in a timely and professional manner. You will utilize a variety of in-house and field investigative techniques including the analysis and use of data reported to BNE, to produce written reports, identifying applicable charges of violations of Article 33 of the Public Health Law and the Penal Law. Reports will be completed in the specified BNE format. You will work closely with the Division of Legal Affairs in addition to local, state, and federal law enforcement officials in the course of your duties. You will be required to carry a weapon and be prepared to effectuate arrests. You will also be required to conduct routine inspections of facilities regulated by BNE.

Additional Comments "Periodic overnight in-state travel is required; including travel to some areas that may not be served by public transportation. You must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter. Candidates are required to meet the requirements for Peace Officer status and physical/medical standards and maintain active status. Must possess or obtain a NYS pistol permit and retain continuously thereafter. Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a criminal history record check.

DOH’s Telecommuting Pilot Program for NYS DOH staff has been extended through June 30, 2023. The number of permissible telecommuting days for each employee, not to exceed 5
days per pay period, will be determined by the current work demands/assignments as well as program operational needs."

This position requires travel including to areas that may not be serviced by public transportation.

"Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA
• Up to Eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually for M/C
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development


Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.. "

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

Name Human Resources Management Group, LD/IS1NARC/75202

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference LD/IS1NARC/75202 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, LD/IS1NARC/75202, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.

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