Deputy Sheriff

Summary

Internal Investigator 2The Internal Investigator 2 will be responsible for the following duties:Perform pre-adjudication investigations and assist other investigators. Trace, interview, and subpoena witnesses, victims, and suspects in civil cases; obtain statements, documents and related evidence for use in court.Conduct investigations of a wide variety of civil complaints, including such areas as: allegations of abuse and/or neglect, financial and death investigations.Examine court, public and governmental records needed for investigation; in the preparation of evidence for trial by taking photographs, preparing diagrams, charts, etc.Assist in the investigation of criminal offenses.Prepare narrative reports to effectively communicate the results of investigations to appropriate parties.Coordinate the appearance of witnesses at adjudication proceedings and explain procedures to them.Testify in adjudication proceedings concerning evidence gathered in investigations.Serve as a liaison and coordinate investigative activities with investigators and law enforcement officers from various agencies.Serve civil process documents; make recommendations regarding case disposition.Operate computers, photographic and recording equipment, and other related investigative equipment and resources.Respond to incident scenes to collect evidence and interviews witnesses, victims or suspects.Serve as lead investigator on complex and/or critical investigations.Perform field training and evaluation of probationary investigators.Twelve (12) years of law enforcement investigative experience. AND Current NYS basic course for police officer certification and New York State residency at the time of appointment. AND Possession of a valid NYS Driver's License.Substitutions: An associate's degree may be substituted for two years of law enforcement investigative experience; OR A bachelor's degree may be substituted for four years of law enforcement experience.Established in 2013 by the Protection with Special Needs Act; The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is charged with protecting over one million New Yorkers under the care or jurisdiction across six State Oversight Agencies.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:Holiday & Paid Time OffPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement SystemAffordable Health Care optionsFamily dental and vision benefits at no additional costNYS Deferred Compensation planAccess to NY 529 College Savings ProgramPlease note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the Justice Center's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.NOTE ON FINGERPRINTING: Please be advised that should you accept a job offer with this agency, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay for the cost of the fingerprinting fee.The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Our agency does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, citizenship/immigration status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Justice Center is committed to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion while continuing to build a diverse workforce. Our agency seeks candidates dedicated to working in and contributing to an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived experiences, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff.The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources via email at jc.sm.deeo@justicecenter.ny.gov.This position is eligible for the $4,150 downstate adjustment.

Job Description

Internal Investigator 2The Internal Investigator 2 will be responsible for the following duties:Perform pre-adjudication investigations and assist other investigators. Trace, interview, and subpoena witnesses, victims, and suspects in civil cases; obtain statements, documents and related evidence for use in court.Conduct investigations of a wide variety of civil complaints, including such areas as: allegations of abuse and/or neglect, financial and death investigations.Examine court, public and governmental records needed for investigation; in the preparation of evidence for trial by taking photographs, preparing diagrams, charts, etc.Assist in the investigation of criminal offenses.Prepare narrative reports to effectively communicate the results of investigations to appropriate parties.Coordinate the appearance of witnesses at adjudication proceedings and explain procedures to them.Testify in adjudication proceedings concerning evidence gathered in investigations.Serve as a liaison and coordinate investigative activities with investigators and law enforcement officers from various agencies.Serve civil process documents; make recommendations regarding case disposition.Operate computers, photographic and recording equipment, and other related investigative equipment and resources.Respond to incident scenes to collect evidence and interviews witnesses, victims or suspects.Serve as lead investigator on complex and/or critical investigations.Perform field training and evaluation of probationary investigators.Twelve (12) years of law enforcement investigative experience. AND Current NYS basic course for police officer certification and New York State residency at the time of appointment. AND Possession of a valid NYS Driver's License.Substitutions: An associate's degree may be substituted for two years of law enforcement investigative experience; OR A bachelor's degree may be substituted for four years of law enforcement experience.Established in 2013 by the Protection with Special Needs Act; The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is charged with protecting over one million New Yorkers under the care or jurisdiction across six State Oversight Agencies.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:Holiday & Paid Time OffPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement SystemAffordable Health Care optionsFamily dental and vision benefits at no additional costNYS Deferred Compensation planAccess to NY 529 College Savings ProgramPlease note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the Justice Center's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.NOTE ON FINGERPRINTING: Please be advised that should you accept a job offer with this agency, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay for the cost of the fingerprinting fee.The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Our agency does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, citizenship/immigration status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Justice Center is committed to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion while continuing to build a diverse workforce. Our agency seeks candidates dedicated to working in and contributing to an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived experiences, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff.The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources via email at jc.sm.deeo@justicecenter.ny.gov.This position is eligible for the $4,150 downstate adjustment.