Assistant Chief of Investigations

Duties Description Provide daily leadership, coordination and evaluation of the investigate units in assigned region; assist Supervising Investigators on complex cases or those of a particularly sensitive nature. Manage multiple investigations of a wide variety of civil complaints, and felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, including such areas as: NYS Penal Law violations, allegations of abuse and/or neglect, financial and death investigations. Review reports of investigations conducted by to ensure they are complete and carried out in an appropriate manner. Monitor investigative caseloads to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of field units. Provide training and leadership to employees in the processes and techniques required in the performance of their duties. Coordinate the review of investigations and dispositions with prosecutors. Serve as a liaison and coordinate investigative activities with law enforcement officers from various agencies. Operate police radio, computers, photographic and recording equipment, eJustice terminal, and other related law enforcement equipment and resources. Ensure confidentiality of information gathered during the investigative process is maintained. Routinely meet with Supervising Investigators regarding all aspects of cases and various strategies to be employed. Assist in the development and implementation of training, policies, procedures and investigative strategies. Provide direction to staff on policies, procedures and investigative strategies. Serve as a liaison with provider agencies and state and federal oversight authorities. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of law enforcement investigative experience in a major metropolitan police department or law enforcement agency, of which at least 5 years must have been in a supervisory capacity with extensive police supervision and administrative (policy-making) experience. In addition, candidates must have served as a supervisor in an investigative unit and demonstrated the ability to effectively supervise multiple investigations in a variety of disciplines; write and review case reports; supervise field operations such as search warrants and arrests; mange criminal and internal investigations; and coordinate with other law enforcement agencies. Preferred candidates will possess a JD or a Master’s degree. NOTE: All candidates must reside in New York State at the time of appointment and must have current NYS basic course for police officer certification. Additional Comments Established in 2013 by the Protection with Special Needs Act; The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is charged with protecting over one million New Yorkers under the care or jurisdiction across six State Oversight Agencies. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Holiday & Paid Time Off Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System Affordable Health Care options Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost NYS Deferred Compensation plan Access to NY 529 College Savings Program Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service. NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the Justice Center’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines. NOTE ON FINGERPRINTING: Please be advised that should you accept a job offer with this agency, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay for the cost of the fingerprinting fee. The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Our agency does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, citizenship/immigration status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Justice Center is committed to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion while continuing to build a diverse workforce. Our agency seeks candidates dedicated to working in and contributing to an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived experiences, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources via email at View email address on click.appcast.io Position eligible for $3,400 annual location pay factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs