The Kings County District Attorney’s Office (KCDA) is one of the largest prosecutors’ offices in the country and is committed to developing and implementing innovative prosecutorial strategies that will fulfill our vision of keeping Brooklyn safe while at the same time ensuring fairness and justice for all. KCDA has an exciting opportunity to work as a Detective Investigator in the Command Center.
Under varying levels of managerial or executive direction, with varying degrees of latitude for independent initiative, judgment and decision, the prospective candidate will be responsible for:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
– Conducting, managing, and updating on-going notification to the District Attorney’s office via telephone.
– Reviewing facts to ascertain their validity.
– Preparing comprehensive narrative reports.
– Performing summary background investigations on employees, contractors, and others.
– Contact and interview witnesses.
– Gather information through collateral contacts, and other law enforcement agencies.
– Use various City databases to perform background and information searches, such as: eJustice, IIS, IFCOM, Webcrims, Google, and various watchdog registries.
– Perform other related duties.
Minimum Qual Requirements
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or
2. High school graduation and two years of full-time paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work; or
3. A satisfactory equivalent.
Preferred Skills
– Background in Communications preferred.
– Ability to communicate investigative results to other team members and to testify in court regarding investigative results required.
– Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal skills required.
– Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
– Must possess the ability and readiness to quickly learn and use various industry relevant computer software.
– Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
– Ability to work independently and manage multiple short-term projects.
– Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.
– Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.
– Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment.
– Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment; detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to multi-task.
– Ability to interact with all levels of staff and other law enforcement agencies.
Additional Information
Candidates must meet the additional requirements:
– Must have prior Law Enforcement Experience from the NYPD, NYS State Police, or be a New York State certified Police Officer.
– Must meet all current qualifications to be certified as a police officer on the NYS DCJS Police registry.
– Must have a valid NYS driver’s license.
– Must pass a medical exam, drug test, psychological screening and an intensive background check.
Employees of the City of New York may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) to all qualifying public service employees.
Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
To Apply
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We appreciate the interest and thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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Hours/Shift
Ability to work flexible hours, the shift currently available is
Monday through Friday: 2:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M.
Ability to perform overtime by a Supervisor or Chief Level Investigator
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.
POSTING DATE
08/25/2023
POST UNTIL
09/14/2023
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.