Investigator, Internal Affairs and Discipline

Job Description

The NYC Department of Buildings is responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency and professionalism. We are committed to becoming a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer. We are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable and transparent.

The Office of Internal Affairs & Discipline (IAD) manages investigations of non-criminal allegations of employee misconduct; identifies, investigates, and disciplines low performing employees and those who engage in misconduct; conducts background investigations on newly hired and prospective Department employees; provides mandatory integrity training to new employees; and conducts routine quality assurance checks of inspectors in the field. Additionally, the unit works closely with the Department of Investigation to help maintain the integrity of the Department.

Under supervision, with latitude for independent action and decision, performs investigative work:
- Managing caseload of investigations involving complaints of employee misconduct and underperformance.
- Conducting fact-finding interviews of subjects and witnesses.
- Conducting fieldwork, which may include surveillance, quality-assurance checks, and various undercover operations.
- Researching public records, gathering and review documentary evidence
- Reviewing voluminous records and complex fact patterns.
- Utilizing various database and web based programs to verify and gather information.
- Extensive writing, including substantial narrative reports.
- Analyzing and interpreting rules, regulations, codes and policies.
- Testifying at administrative hearings and criminal trials.
- Conducting background investigations of employees, contractors and registrants.
- Conducting Training Compliance field audits, verify compliance with training regulations and standards pursuant to Local Law 196.
- Working on special projects and tasks, including as assigned by the Director of IAD.
- Must be willing to work flexible hours.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in one or more of the fields of criminal justice administration and planning, forensic science, human resources, labor relations, auditing, building inspection, or legal affairs; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or
3. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above.

REMOTE WORK
This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.

To Apply:
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Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.