Investigator

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Inspector General seeks an Investigator to conduct confidential investigations into fraud, waste, and abuse involving MTA officials and contractors. You will analyze evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare reports with attention to detail.

You will participate in high-level investigations, develop leads, and may testify in hearings. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, and a NY driver’s license may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in criminal justice, public administration, law, or related field.
• Knowledge of law enforcement procedures and standards.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal statutes, rules, and regulations.
• Command of investigative and interviewing techniques.
• Ability to conduct and direct interviews.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality, complex investigations into fraud, waste, and abuse by the MTA and affiliates.
• Conduct interviews of subjects, witnesses, and others of interest.
• Perform or assist in surveillance at off-site locations.
• Develop and research investigative leads.
• Serve subpoenas.
• Analyze complaints and data to identify investigation avenues.
• Testify in administrative hearings and coordinate with prosecutors.

Skills

Interviewing techniques

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Public administration knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in MS Office 365

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in criminaljustice or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365 Suite

Data analytics software

Job description

Investigator

Job ID: 17570

Business Unit: MTA Inspector General

Location: New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Inspector General

Description

Job Title: Investigator

Salary: $70,892 - $88,615

Open & Closing Dates: Open Until Filled

Agency: Office of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Inspector General

Location: New York City, New York

Hours: Full-Time

Office of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Inspector General:

The Office of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Inspector General (OIG) reviews and investigates the operations of the MTA and its contractors and vendors. The MTA, which employs over 70,000 people, includes among other entities, New York City Transit, the Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad, MTA Bridges & Tunnels, Staten Island Rapid Transit, and MTA Construction & Development.

Position Summary

The Investigator will participate in and conduct confidential and sensitive investigations regarding allegations of fraud, waste and abuse or other corrupt activities that may involve MTA officials, employees and persons or entities doing business with the MTA. The position will examine and analyze evidence, data and documents from multiple sources, participate in interviews, document investigative steps and prepare reports.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality, complex, comprehensive, investigations into allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse by the MTA and its affiliates, consultants, vendors, contractors and employees utilizing advanced investigative techniques, data analytics, and analysis of various documents and records.
• Conduct interviews of subjects, witnesses, and other persons of interest during investigations.
• Conduct or assist in surveillances at off-site locations.
• Develop and research investigative leads.
• Serve subpoenas.
• Analyze complaint allegations, data, and reports to identify and initiate potential avenues of investigation.
• Testify in administrative hearings and other proceedings and work with prosecutorial agencies as required.

Qualifications/Relevant Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution, in a field such as criminaljustice, publicadministration,law, social sciences, physical sciences, forensic science, criminology, risk management, accounting, finance, computer science, business law, forensic auditing or accounting, or otherrelatedlaw enforcementor operationalfield.
• Knowledge of law enforcement procedures and standards.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal statutes, rules, and regulations.
• Command of investigative and interviewing techniques.
• Ability to conduct and direct interviews.
• Ability to make sound judgments, and exercise critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to balance multiple assignments and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong investigative computer skills and the ability to evaluate for accuracy public and internal proprietary data, including various social media platforms.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office 365 Suite computer applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, OneDrive, SharePoint).
• Familiarity with data analytics software applications, including data mapping, data analysis and other similar analytical techniques.
• After-hours work may be required, including weeknights, weekends and holidays.
• A valid New York State Driver’s license is required.
• Travel within the MTA’s geographic area may be required.
• Pursuant to the approval by the EDIG/Investigations, this position is eligible for hybrid teleworking.
• A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.