Investigator, Worker Protection — Remote-friendly Enforcement

City of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is hiring an Investigator in the Office of Labor Policy & Standards to enforce worker protection laws and pursue enforcement actions. The position may allow remote work up to 2 days per week under the Flexible Work Pilot Program.

Responsibilities include interviewing workers, employers, and witnesses, gathering documentary evidence, applying the law to findings, drafting reports, and negotiating settlements.

Qualifications

• A four-year high school diploma or equivalent and four years of investigations/inspections experience; or
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college; or
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to the first option; college credits may substitute for experience

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of OLPS-enforced laws and apply them to cases.
• Interview workers, employers, and witnesses by phone and in person.
• Collect, document, and analyze payroll records, policies, schedules, and related documents.
• Conduct public-sources research and use enforcement databases.
• Draft findings letters, demands, and settlement agreements; testify when required.
• Manage a high volume docket and escalate complex issues with supervisors.

Education

High School Diploma + 4 years investigations/inspections experience

Bachelor's degree

Education/experience equivalency

Job description

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is hiring an Investigator in the Office of Labor Policy & Standards to enforce worker protection laws and pursue enforcement actions. The position may allow remote work up to 2 days per week under the Flexible Work Pilot Program.

Responsibilities include interviewing workers, employers, and witnesses, gathering documentary evidence, applying the law to findings, drafting reports, and negotiating settlements.