Tax Crime Investigator Trainee I

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance seeks candidates for Revenue Crimes Specialist/ Trainee roles. You will investigate tax crimes, interview witnesses, and manage case files while coordinating with prosecutors. Travel and field work are part of duties.

Applicants must meet education requirements, pass physical and background checks, maintain NY residency, and be eligible for peace officer status. Training and progression from Trainee to Journey level are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree OR Associates degree with qualifying experience in investigations.
• Experience in tax crimes or related field investigations preferred.
• Must meet physical, medical, and psychological standards.
• United States citizenship and New York residency at appointment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct investigations identifying illegal activities to evade tax laws.
• Utilize surveillance, interviews, and financial record analysis to obtain evidence.
• Maintain case loads and draft detailed narrative reports.
• Interview individuals using department databases and support prosecutors.
• Testify in court and assist in trial preparation.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associates degree

Criminal justice degree

Job description

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance seeks candidates for Revenue Crimes Specialist/ Trainee roles. You will investigate tax crimes, interview witnesses, and manage case files while coordinating with prosecutors. Travel and field work are part of duties.

Applicants must meet education requirements, pass physical and background checks, maintain NY residency, and be eligible for peace officer status. Training and progression from Trainee to Journey level are offered.