Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyCorrections and Community Supervision, Department of

TitleInvestigator - Office of Special Investigations

Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $61423 to $76218 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 50%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County To Be Determined

Street Address NYS DOCCS

Multiple Locations - see description

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications DOCCS OSI is seeking qualified candidates to be considered for available openings as an Investigator in one of six OSI divisions. The OSI office location would be determined based upon the needs of the Department and OSI. An Investigator is responsible for conducting investigations pertaining the subject matter of the assigned division within the assigned geographic region. Investigators are required to manage their own caseload and independently conduct investigative activities, and work well with superiors, peers, subordinates, facility staff, and all others. Investigators also work with other investigators on special operations, such as surprise inspections, parole absconder details, and monitoring operations. The Investigator will report directly to a Senior Investigator within the assigned division, with additional supervision by the Assistant Deputy Chief Investigator and Deputy Chief Investigator The qualifications include at least two (2) years’ investigative experience. Candidates should also have exhibited demonstrated leadership, management, and supervisory potential. Knowledge of the subject matter is preferred.
Applications for this position will be reviewed upon receipt for any current available openings.
OSI investigative staff must possess, at a minimum, knowledge of the applicable laws, the highest levels of behavior including personal integrity and ethics; fairness; character; judgment; attitude; and respect for and ability to work with others inside and outside OSI. Appropriate licensure and certifications (including being or becoming a peace officer qualified to carry a firearm) are also required. The ability to travel is also necessary. OSI is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion by ensuring equal justice and opportunity without discrimination against any person based on their protected class. All applicants must pass an OSI background check.

Duties Description The Office of Special Investigations (OSI) is seeking qualified candidates for consideration to serve as an Investigator in one of its six divisions, though cross-over and collaboration among divisions occurs. The Criminal Intelligence Division provides investigative assistance and to other law enforcement agencies; conducts investigations into suspected violent extremist and terrorist activity; investigates acts of serious violence against employees, incarcerated individuals, and others inside correctional facilities; and conducts threat investigations. The Internal Affairs Division investigates a wide range of allegations of violations of the Department’s policies and criminal laws, including staff misconduct (e.g., excessive force), incarcerated individual/releasee misconduct, unattended deaths in facilities, and escape plots. The Narcotics Investigations Division (NID) investigates and interdicts contraband drugs brought into correctional facilities by incarcerated individuals, visitors, or staff, and investigates any drug-related criminal activity associated with the Department. The Sex Crimes Division specializes in the investigation of unauthorized relationships, sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and related misconduct between incarcerated individuals or releasees and Departmental staff. The Fugitive Investigations Division (FID) specializes in fugitive apprehensions and returning fugitives to New York. The Intake, Training, and Analysis Division is responsible for the processing of thousands of complaints annually, the training of OSI staff, and performing analysis of data to identify potential issues and prioritize resource allocation and provide OSI with a tactical, case by case analytical role, providing investigators with direction and support in their investigations.

Additional Comments Albany, Long Island City, Wallkill, Fishkill, Groveland, Clinton, Utica, Rochester, or Buffalo. Office assignments are based upon the needs of OSI and the Department. Travel is required.

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

Contact Information

Name Office of Special Investigations, Attn: Recruitment and Hiring

Telephone

Fax

Email Address specialinvestigations@doccs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Dept. of Corrections and Community Supervision

Harriman State Campus - 1220 Washington Avenue, Building 4

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

 

Notes on ApplyingInterested individuals should apply to OSI by submitting a resume and cover letter by either email
( specialinvestigations@doccs.ny.gov ) or US Mail, addressed to:

New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision Office of Special Investigations (Attn: Recruitment & Hiring)
1220 Washington Ave., Building 4
Albany, NY 12226-2050