Sr. Confidential Investigator

Jointheportauthority; Hoboken (NJ); Hybride; USD 80 000 - 128 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work option (up to 1 day/week)

Résumé du poste

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a Senior Confidential Investigator to join the Office of Inspector General. This role conducts highly confidential investigations into Port Authority employees and related parties, ensuring integrity across programs and operations.

Responsibilities include planning investigations, analyzing records, coordinating with federal, state, and local law enforcement, and maintaining strict confidentiality.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of investigative experience including records review, witness interviews, and reports.
• Experience working with prosecutorial and law enforcement agencies; ability to mediate inter-agency issues.
• Demonstrated ethics and sound judgment; discretion with confidential matters.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; take direction.

Responsabilités

• Conduct highly confidential and sensitive investigations.
• Prepare investigative plans outlining steps to complete an investigation.
• Analyze agency/contractor records, procedures, activities, and other matters.
• Collaborate with federal, state, and city investigators and law enforcement.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of information related to investigations.

Connaissances

Investigation experience

Interagency collaboration

Ethics and discretion

Independent and team work

Formation

Bachelor’s Degree in law enforcement related field

Outils

MS Word

MS Excel

Databases

Description du poste

Description

About the Role

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) works to keep the agency corruption-free. To accomplish this, the OIG detects, receives, and investigates allegations of fraud, corruption, waste, and abuse with respect to employees, or other individuals or organizations doing business with the Port Authority, who attempt to corrupt or unlawfully interfere with Port Authority operations. The Inspector General is looking for highly skilled individuals to join his team in support of the mission – to enhance and defend the integrity of the Port Authority’s programs and operations.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Supervising Confidential Investigator, the Senior Confidential Investigator will be responsible for conducting highly confidential and sensitive investigations relating to Port Authority employees, or other individuals or organizations.

These responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following functions:

• Conduct highly confidential and sensitive investigations
• Prepare investigative plans outlining necessary steps required to complete an investigation
• Analyze/evaluate agency/contractor records, procedures, activities, and other matters as appropriate
• Collaborate with federal, state, and city investigators and law enforcement agencies
• Maintain high integrity and the absolute confidentiality of information relating to issues concerning the Office of Investigations.

Qualifications

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

• Individual should possess at least 10 years of experience in conducting a variety of investigations, which includes, but is not limited to the ability to examine and analyze books and records; interview and take sworn statements from witnesses; document investigative findings; prepare investigative memoranda and reports of investigation; execute search and arrest warrants; and testify before judicial and administrative tribunals
• Individual's should be experienced in working with prosecutorial and law enforcement agencies and be able to mediate any issues that might arise between agencies during the course of conducting joint investigations and prosecutions
• Demonstrated ethics and sound judgment, with an ability to exercise discretion on confidential and sensitive matters
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, and take direction

Desired

Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

• Bachelor’s Degree in areas of discipline related to law enforcement is highly desirable
• Previous experience as an inspector general or internal affairs investigator; or experience investigating financial crimes or cyber-crimes
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and databases
• Strong interpersonal skills, oral communication, and interviewing skills
• Demonstrated ability to write succinct and organized reports
• Strong organizational skills and proven ability to manage time efficiently, meet deadlines and multi-task
• Previous experience in computer forensics, including applicable training and certifications

Selection Process

The application process varies by position but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation, Benefits & On-Site Collaboration Requirements:

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement. Click here for more information about benefits, our culture, and career development opportunities.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey anticipates that the actual salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on aspects such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal factors. The expected compensation range for this role is:

Minimum: $79,794Midpoint: $103,721Maximum: $127,660

In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts business, and regular in-office days or team collaboration days may be required on business needs.