Position Information

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AgencyState Inspector General, Office of

TitleDeputy Chief Investigator (Upstate Regional Office)

Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $115283 to $145682 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 25%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address Empire State Plaza, Agency Building 2, 16th Floor

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12223

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Offices of the Inspector General (“OIG”) are comprised of three offices, derived from the three appointments held by Inspector General Lucy Lang:

• The Office of the New York State Inspector General (“NYSIG”), as established by Executive Law Article 4-A, is entrusted with the responsibility of receiving and investigating complaints of fraud, corruption, criminal activity, conflicts of interest, and abuse in executive branch agencies of New York State government. Since June 2021, this includes complaints related to the New York State Gaming Commission.

• The Office of the New York State Welfare Inspector General (“OWIG”), as established by section 74 of the Executive Law, is responsible for maintaining the integrity of New York State’s public assistance programs; and

• The Office of the New York State Workers’ Compensation Fraud Inspector General (“WCFIG”), as established by section 136 of the Workers’ Compensation Law, is responsible for investigating violations of the laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of the workers’ compensation system.

OIG has office locations in Albany, Buffalo, Hauppauge, New York City, Suffern, and Syracuse.

Job Description

OIG is seeking an experienced law enforcement professional to serve as the Deputy Chief Investigator for its Upstate Regional Office, who will be responsible for assisting the Upstate Chief Investigator in supervising and managing approximately fifteen (15) investigative staff members in carrying out OIG’s mission to uncover fraud and abuse in New York State agencies and entities which fall under its jurisdiction.

The responsibilities of the Deputy Chief Investigator include, but are not limited to:
• Work collaboratively with teams of OIG attorneys and auditors to plan and execute administrative, civil, and criminal investigations involving a broad range of NYS agencies.

• Reviewing and assigning complaints and monitoring investigations being conducted by OIG staff, including through case reviews and approval of case related documentation.

• Train staff in and oversee the use of multiple investigatory techniques, including surveillance, witness/target interviews, digital forensics, and financial record analysis to advance various investigative objectives.

• Serve as a primary liaison with other federal, state, and local law enforcement and regulatory agencies and assist in the referral and prosecution of criminal matters, including through the providing of testimony in various judicial proceedings.
• Document all investigative activities and findings in written case activity reports, and participate in the drafting and editing of public reports and findings letters.

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

• DCJS-certified police or peace officer status with a minimum of fifteen (15) years of investigative experience with a local, state, or federal law enforcement agency, including at least five (5) years in a supervisory role.

• At least five (5) years of experience conducting confidential, sensitive, and internal investigations, particularly in contracts, procurements, and white-collar crime, preferably at a subject-matter specific oversight agency.

• Extensive knowledge of New York State government operations as well as fluency with New York State criminal law and criminal procedure.

• Experience serving as a firearms instructor; certification from the New York State Instructor Development Course (IDC) preferred. Familiarity with firearms and ammunition storage protocols, inventory management and ordering procedures, pistol permit application and compliance requirements, and the development and delivery of firearms training lesson plans.

• Familiarity with the New York State gaming industry a plus, including knowledge of regulatory frameworks and experience conducting or supporting investigations related to gaming operations, licensing, compliance, or potential fraud and misconduct within gaming entities

• Functional knowledge of technical equipment used in law enforcement investigations, such as audio/video surveillance devices, as well as proficiency with programs commonly used to assist in the analysis of financial and other records, such as Excel and Acrobat.

• New York State residency, a valid driver’s license, a willingness and availability to travel and work unscheduled hours as necessary, and strict adherence to confidentiality are also required.

• Ideal candidates will also demonstrate sound judgment, strong oral and written communication skills, a collegial attitude, an ability work well both independently and as part of a team, the capacity to multitask while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines, proficiency with efficiently and creatively utilizing investigatory resources such as social media, law enforcement databases (Compass, EJustice, Accurint, Dun & Bradstreet, etc.) and digital forensic-related tools.

Additional Comments To Apply:
This is a Management Confidential position appointed by the Inspector General with an approved salary range of $115,283 - $145,682 (Grade M-3 equivalent), within which OIG seeks to hire, commensurate with experience. A two-year commitment is required. Interviews and hiring will be done on a rolling basis, and this posting is subject to removal at any time once the position has been filled.

Please visit https://bit.ly/NYSOIGRecruiting to apply for the position of Deputy Chief Investigator - Upstate Regional Office.

The State of New York does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, religion or disability in the admission to, access to or employment in our programs or activities. All persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for all jobs they are qualified to do, and reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request.

The State of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

How to Apply

Name NYS Offices of the Inspector General

Telephone

Fax

Email Address HumanResources@ig.ny.gov

Address

Street Empire State Plaza

Agency Buiding #2, 16th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12223

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease visit https://bit.ly/NYSOIGRecruiting to apply for the position of Deputy Chief Investigator - Upstate Regional Office.