Public Trust Background Investigator – Entry Level

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York’s Department of Investigation (DOI) seeks two entry-level Investigators to join our Background Investigation Unit (BIU). Your investigations will help ensure the integrity of New York City's leadership as the BIU investigates City employees for high-importance positions.

Appointments are subject to fingerprinting, background checks, and, for certain roles, a consumer credit history review under NYC codes.

Qualifications

• Four-year high school diploma plus four years of satisfactory full-time experience in investigation, auditing, law enforcement, security, inspections, or a major operational area of the agency (or
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or
• Education and/or experience equivalent to the above options.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive, sensitive investigations of individuals under consideration for City appointments to positions of public trust.
• Analyze, evaluate, and authenticate information from the employee and diverse sources, including financial records, criminal history, employment records, education credentials, and open-source intelligence.
• Prepare clear, unbiased investigative reports to support City agencies in hiring and promotion decisions.
• Manage and complete a large caseload with time-sensitive goals within a team-driven environment.
• Apply critical thinking and sound judgment to evaluate information, resolve discrepancies, and provide accurate investigative findings.

Education

High school diploma with 4 years of relevant experience in investigation, auditing, law enforcement, security, inspections, or a major operational area

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university

Education and/or experience equivalent to one or two above

Job description

The City of New York’s Department of Investigation (DOI) seeks two entry-level Investigators to join our Background Investigation Unit (BIU). Your investigations will help ensure the integrity of New York City's leadership as the BIU investigates City employees for high-importance positions.

Appointments are subject to fingerprinting, background checks, and, for certain roles, a consumer credit history review under NYC codes.