Investigator Analyst

Summary

Investigator Analyst

The New York City Department of Probation is dedicated to improving public safety by supporting individuals on probation. DOP uses research-based practices to supervise and support people on probation and help prevent further interactions with the justice system. Byexpanding access to education and gainful employment opportunities, healthcare, family supports, and civic engagement, DOP empowers New Yorkers under their supervision to lead safe and thriving lives. The Department of Probation is seeking to hire (2) Investigators. The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and programs that positively impact their life trajectory. Staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism. The Department is seeking to hire Investigator Analysts to support digital forensic examinations, social media investigations and cyber related operational support. The analyst will assist sworn personnel by conducting both short term and long term investigations - Use public records, databases, and social media to research case subjects - Ensure compliance with agency policy and legal standards - Conduct social media investigations to support investigations of nefarious activity - Identify, preserve and document case relevant online content - Prepare spreadsheets, charts, and graphs, both for internal and external use - Prepare intelligence reports for situational awareness and operational needs - Establishing links, discerning activity patterns within on-line and social media - Assist with identifying emerging cyber trends, risk and investigative leads - Support digital forensic examinations under established policies and procedures - Maintain accurate records, logs, statistical records and evidence tracking information as required - Utilize investigatory databases, public records, telephone records and social media platforms - May perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in criminal justice, forensic auditing, forensic science, police science, criminology, criminal justice administration and planning, and/or law or related field and two years of satisfactory full time related experience conducting investigations of alleged employee misconduct, interviewing witnesses and taking statements, managing caseloads, analyzing disciplinary procedures and making recommendations for improvement, interpreting rules, regulations and policies, preparing written reports of investigative findings, making presentations, or in a major operational area of the agency in which the appointment is to be made. To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level II or III, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, one of the following: A master's degree in criminal justice, forensic psychology or science, industrial and/or organizational psychology, labor relations, public administration, or a closely related field; or At least two additional years of experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

- Organizational and communication skills are essential - Have working knowledge of Word, Spreadsheets and databases - Experience in conducting analytical, intelligence or investigative support work - Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.

Job Description

Investigator Analyst

The New York City Department of Probation is dedicated to improving public safety by supporting individuals on probation. DOP uses research-based practices to supervise and support people on probation and help prevent further interactions with the justice system. Byexpanding access to education and gainful employment opportunities, healthcare, family supports, and civic engagement, DOP empowers New Yorkers under their supervision to lead safe and thriving lives. The Department of Probation is seeking to hire (2) Investigators. The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and programs that positively impact their life trajectory. Staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism. The Department is seeking to hire Investigator Analysts to support digital forensic examinations, social media investigations and cyber related operational support. The analyst will assist sworn personnel by conducting both short term and long term investigations - Use public records, databases, and social media to research case subjects - Ensure compliance with agency policy and legal standards - Conduct social media investigations to support investigations of nefarious activity - Identify, preserve and document case relevant online content - Prepare spreadsheets, charts, and graphs, both for internal and external use - Prepare intelligence reports for situational awareness and operational needs - Establishing links, discerning activity patterns within on-line and social media - Assist with identifying emerging cyber trends, risk and investigative leads - Support digital forensic examinations under established policies and procedures - Maintain accurate records, logs, statistical records and evidence tracking information as required - Utilize investigatory databases, public records, telephone records and social media platforms - May perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in criminal justice, forensic auditing, forensic science, police science, criminology, criminal justice administration and planning, and/or law or related field and two years of satisfactory full time related experience conducting investigations of alleged employee misconduct, interviewing witnesses and taking statements, managing caseloads, analyzing disciplinary procedures and making recommendations for improvement, interpreting rules, regulations and policies, preparing written reports of investigative findings, making presentations, or in a major operational area of the agency in which the appointment is to be made. To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level II or III, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, one of the following: A master's degree in criminal justice, forensic psychology or science, industrial and/or organizational psychology, labor relations, public administration, or a closely related field; or At least two additional years of experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

- Organizational and communication skills are essential - Have working knowledge of Word, Spreadsheets and databases - Experience in conducting analytical, intelligence or investigative support work - Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.