Investigator (Albany Regional Office)

New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

OIG is seeking an experienced Investigator to conduct confidential investigations into allegations of fraud, abuse, corruption, conflicts of interest, and other criminal activity involving New York State agencies, employees, and those doing business with the State. This Management Confidential position includes a salary range of $70,139 - $87,034 (Grade 18 equivalent).

A two-year commitment is required and the role collaborates with OIG attorneys, auditors, and law enforcement partners across

Qualifications

• Five years of investigative experience with a local, state, or federal law enforcement agency or oversight agency.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel statewide and work unscheduled hours as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute administrative, civil, and criminal investigations.
• Collaborate with OIG attorneys and auditors to plan and complete investigations.
• Liaise with federal, state, and local law enforcement and regulatory agencies; assist in prosecutions and testimony.
• Document investigative activities and findings in case activity reports and related letters.

Skills

Judgment & confidentiality

Oral communications

Written communications

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Five years investigative experience

Tools

Compass

EJustice

Accurint

Dun & Bradstreet

Digital forensics

Excel

Acrobat

Job description

Duties Description

The Offices of the Inspector General ("OIG") are comprised of three offices, derived from the three appointments held by Inspector General Lucy Lang:

• The Office of the New York State Inspector General ("NYSIG"), as established by Executive Law Article 4-A, is entrusted with the responsibility of receiving and investigating complaints of fraud, corruption, criminal activity, conflicts of interest, and abuse in executive branch agencies of New York State government. Since June 2021, this includes complaints related to the New York State Gaming Commission.
• The Office of the New York State Welfare Inspector General ("OWIG"), as established by section 74 of the Executive Law, is responsible for maintaining the integrity of New York State’s public assistance programs; and
• The Office of the New York State Workers’ Compensation Fraud Inspector General ("WCFIG"), as established by section 136 of the Workers’ Compensation Law, is responsible for investigating violations of the laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of the workers’ compensation system.

Description

The Offices of the Inspector General ("OIG") are comprised of three offices, derived from the three appointments held by Inspector General Lucy Lang:

• The Office of the New York State Inspector General ("NYSIG"), as established by Executive Law Article 4-A, is entrusted with the responsibility of receiving and investigating complaints of fraud, corruption, criminal activity, conflicts of interest, and abuse in executive branch agencies of New York State government. Since June 2021, this includes complaints related to the New York State Gaming Commission.
• The Office of the New York State Welfare Inspector General ("OWIG"), as established by section 74 of the Executive Law, is responsible for maintaining the integrity of New York State’s public assistance programs; and
• The Office of the New York State Workers’ Compensation Fraud Inspector General ("WCFIG"), as established by section 136 of the Workers’ Compensation Law, is responsible for investigating violations of the laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of the workers’ compensation system.

OIG has office locations in Albany, Buffalo, Hauppauge, New York City, Suffern, and Syracuse.

Job Description

OIG is seeking an experienced Investigator to conduct confidential and sensitive investigations regarding allegations of fraud, abuse, corruption, conflicts of interest, and other criminal activity involving New York State agencies, employees and those doing business with the State. These allegations frequently involve state contracts, procurements, abuses of public benefits, and white‑collar offenses.

This is a Management Confidential position appointed by the Inspector General with an approved salary range of $70,139 - $87,034 (Grade 18 equivalent), within which OIG seeks to hire, commensurate with experience. A two-year commitment is required.

OIG Investigators

• Work collaboratively with teams of OIG attorneys and auditors to plan and execute administrative, civil, and criminal investigations involving a broad range of NYS agencies.
• Utilize multiple investigatory techniques, including surveillance, witness/target interviews, digital forensics, and financial record analysis to advance various investigative objectives.
• Liaise with other federal, state, and local law enforcement and regulatory agencies and assist in the referral and prosecution of criminal matters, including through the providing of testimony in various judicial proceedings.
• Document all investigative activities and findings in written case activity reports and participate in the drafting and editing of public reports and findings letters.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of five (5) years of investigative experience with a local, state, or federal law enforcement agency or relevant subject‑matter specific oversight agency.
• DCJS-certified police or peace officer status is preferred but not required. Peace Officer training is a requirement of this position and will be provided to those not already so qualified.
• An ability to efficiently and creatively utilize investigatory resources such as social media, law enforcement databases (Compass, EJustice, Accurint, Dun & Bradstreet, etc.), as well as digital forensic‑related tools.
• Functional knowledge of technical equipment used in law enforcement investigations, such as audio/video surveillance devices, as well as proficiency with programs commonly used to assist in the analysis of financial and other records, such as Excel and Acrobat.
• Sound judgment, strict adherence to confidentiality, strong oral and written communication skills, a collegial attitude, an ability to work well both independently and as part of a team, and an ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.
• Occasional statewide travel is required, as well as a willingness and availability to work unscheduled hours as necessary.
• Familiarity with New York State government, its agencies, and laws is highly valued.
• New York State residency and a valid driver’s license are required.

Additional Comments

The State of New York does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, religion or disability in the admission to, access to or employment in our programs or activities. All persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for all jobs they are qualified to do.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request.

The State of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer.