Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleInvestigative Specialist 1 (Narcotics) (NY HELPS) - 75028

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 30%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County New York

Street Address OPCHSM/ Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement

90 Church Street

City New York City

StateNY

Zip Code10007

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidate: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service as an Investigative Specialist 1 (Narcotics), SG18 OR current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service in a title SG16 or higher and eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 of the NYS Civil Service Law.

Non-Competitive Candidates: Six years of experience in a field investigative position conducting interviews of witnesses and others, taking written statements and affidavits, collecting and analyzing physical and documentary evidence, and preparing detailed written reports of investigative findings. Types of Investigative experience that could be considered qualifying: experience in such positions as police detective, insurance investigator, licensed and registered private investigator, federal investigator, state investigator, municipal investigator, child protective services investigator, in an investigative position involving trial preparations and details reports, or investigations within a branch of the Armed Services are examples which meet the Minimum Qualifications. Examples of non-qualifying experience include but are not limited to: experience in routine police patrol work, security guard or related security position, tax collector, collector of delinquent accounts, credit checker, legal assistant/attorney, hotel or store detective, loss prevention officer, parole officer, correction officer, guard, inspector, or experience in adoption and/or foster care placement.

Substitution: An associate degree in criminal justice, cyber security, law enforcement, police science, criminal justice administration, criminology, criminal investigation, police studies, public justice, forensic accounting, forensic psychology, forensic science, economic crime management , or homeland security can substitute for two years of specialized experience; and a bachelor's or higher degree in criminal justice, cyber security, law enforcement, police science, criminal justice administration, criminology, criminal investigation, police studies, public justice, forensic accounting, forensic psychology, forensic science, economic crime management, or homeland security can substitute for four years of specialized experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Strong written and oral communication skills. The applicant must possess excellent organizational skills, be able to work independently and with a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Data analysis capabilities. Ability to formulate investigative strategies and make program recommendations based upon data analysis.

Duties Description As an Investigative Specialist 1 (Narcotics) you will investigate complaints involving the diversion and illicit trafficking of controlled substances, according to the rules and protocols established by the Department of Health and the Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (BNE), and will be required to initiate, develop, and complete investigations culminating in civil and criminal referrals in a timely and professional manner. You will utilize a variety of in-house and field investigative techniques including the analysis and use of data reported to BNE, to produce written reports, identifying applicable charges of violations of Article 33 of the Public Health Law and the Penal Law. Reports will be completed in the specified BNE format. You will work closely with the Division of Legal Affairs in addition to local, state, and federal law enforcement officials in the course of your duties. You will be required to carry a weapon and be prepared to effectuate arrests. You will also be required to conduct routine inspections of facilities regulated by BNE.

Additional Comments Periodic overnight in-state travel is required; including travel to some areas that may not be served by public transportation. You must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter. Candidates are required to meet the requirements for Peace Officer status and physical/medical standards and maintain active status. Must possess or obtain a NYS pistol permit and retain continuously thereafter. Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a criminal history record check.

The number of permissible telecommuting days for each employee, not to exceed 5 days per pay period, will be determined by the current work demands/assignments as well as program operational needs.


This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Human Resources Management Group, PC/IS1/Narcotics/75028

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference PC/IS1/Narcotics/75028 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, PC/IS1/Narcotics/75028, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.