Senior Rackets Investigator

Job Description

Division/Unit: Special Victims Division, Early Engagement Team

Civil Service Title: Senior Rackets Investigator

Position Title: Senior Rackets Investigator

Salary Range: $81,905 - $81,905

Job Description

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for an Investigator in the Special Victims Division. In this position, under supervision and with some latitude for independent judgment and initiative, the Investigator is responsible for conducting a wide variety of investigations.

The Investigator will be assigned to the Special Victims Division and will work as part of the Early Engagement Team (EET), a pilot initiative that reviews misdemeanor intimate partner violence cases pre-arrest to improve investigations, enhance case outcomes, and connect survivors to services at the earliest stage. In addition, the Investigator will support Assistant District Attorneys in other Intimate Partner & Sexual Violence (IPSV) cases, assisting with interviews, evidence gathering, and all aspects of case preparation.

This is a sworn police officer position. The candidate must meet all qualifications to be certified as a police officer on the NYS DCJS Police Registry. This position requires successful completion of police academy training in New York State and passing a mandatory background check to carry a firearm.

Please note: We are only looking for candidates who have experience working with Special Victims, and Spanish fluency (both spoken and written) is required for this position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct pre-arrest investigations in misdemeanor intimate partner violence cases for the Early Engagement Team (EET) and support Assistant District Attorneys in other Intimate Partner & Sexual Violence (IPSV) cases by interviewing survivors and witnesses, collecting and analyzing evidence, and drafting investigative reports.
• Collaborate with prosecutors, advocates, and community partners to advance investigations and ensure survivor access to services.
• Execute search warrants and assist in evidence gathering.
• Testify in grand jury, criminal trials, and other court proceedings.
• Perform surveillance, background checks, and collateral contacts.
• Manage and monitor, at times, complex investigations.
• Contact and interview witnesses and subjects in a trauma-informed manner.
• Prepare detailed investigative and narrative reports.
• Perform field visits to residences, businesses, and community locations.
• Gather information through collateral contacts, financial institutions, and law enforcement agencies. Utilize various City databases to conduct background and information searches, including eJustice, IIS, IFCOM, Webcrims, Google, and relevant registries.
• Work on special projects and tasks as assigned by the Chief Investigator.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following:

• Firearms qualification required.
• Must possess a valid certificate of completion from a New York State Basic Course for Police Officers academy or must be eligible to attend and successfully complete a Police Officer Refresher course.
• Must have a valid NYS driver's license.
• Must pass a medical exam, drug test, psychological screening, and an intensive background check.
• A minimum of 15-20 years of experience in Special Victims.
• As per NY Public Officers Law 2, §3-B, U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Requirements/Skills

• Bachelor's degree.
• Prior law enforcement or criminal justice experience.
• Experience in working with victims and witnesses of domestic violence, hate crimes, and special victims' cases.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed practices.
• Ability to conduct confidential and sensitive investigations.
• Experience as an investigator evaluating creditworthiness.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple short-term projects.
• Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment.
• Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to multitask.
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff and other law enforcement agencies.
• Detective Squad or O.C.I.D. or Task Force Officer, with a minimum of 1- 2 years' experience in that special investigative assignment.

How to Apply:

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.

Hours/Shift:

• Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Additional Information:

• Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least one (1) year in their current position and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
• Looking for candidates who could commit to three (3) years to the hiring Unit.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

1. Graduation from high school or its equivalent and three years of full-time, paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work, one year of which must have been in rackets or police investigative work.
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1". However, all candidates are required to have one year of full-time, paid experience in rackets or police investigative work.

Public Svc Loan Forgiveness:

• As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement:

• City Residency is not required for this position.

The New York County District Attorney's Office is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

About Us

The New York County District Attorney's Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office's Professional Staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial Division, Investigation Division, Special Victims Division, Pathways to Public Safety Division, and Appeals Division, which handles all the Office's matters in state and federal appellate courts.

Professional Staff members perform a variety of key functions for the Office, including supporting the five Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our Professional Staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development.

The New York County District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Given the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical. The Office seeks to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. To that end, all applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

About the Team

The Professional Staff Recruitment Team at DANY supports the Office's initiatives to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. We seek employees that are interested in a career in the public sector and will support the Office's initiative of delivering One Standard of Justice for All.

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