Senior Rackets Investigator

About the role

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA focuses on assisting crime victims while ensuring fairness to defendants, balancing appropriate punishment with measures that advance justice. The BXDA seeks an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Rackets Investigator to conduct a wide variety of investigations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough and professional investigations in a discreet manner as assigned
• Execute search warrants and effect arrests
• Participate in court-ordered electronic eavesdropping
• Mentor and assist junior investigators when appropriate
• Provide on-going status updates to the D/C and Chief Detective Investigator
• Access and utilize various computer databases
• Liaise with other law enforcement agencies and government and financial institutions
• Assist investigators and Assistant District Attorneys in preparation for court proceedings
• Testify before grand or petit juries regarding investigations
• Conduct complex and highly confidential investigations and relevant research
• Assist and mentor investigators in the use of electronic and technical equipment (e.g., audio equipment, plate reader, LoJack tracking device, mobile digital terminals, and surveillance photographic equipment)
• Prepare reports and maintain records of activities and investigations
• Participate in protective details and locate, transport, and protect witnesses
• Suggest work methods; monitor progress and prepare and review reports
• Participate in extraditions and related travel

Requirements

• Valid certificate of completion from a New York State Basic Course for Police Officers academy or eligible to attend and complete a Police Officer Refresher course
• Valid NY State driver’s license
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary
• Pass a psychological and physical exam and a background check
• Qualified to carry a firearm
• Prior experience working within the New York City criminal justice system and/or experience as a police officer within the State of New York is a plus
• Extensive knowledge and investigative experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: homicides, robberies, grand larceny, financial crimes, fraud, and identity theft
• U.S. citizenship required (as per NY Public Officers Law 2, 3-B)
• This is a sworn police officer position requiring an experienced candidate
• Must meet all qualifications to be certified as a police officer in the NYS DCJS Police registry
• Must successfully complete police academy training in New York State

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or its equivalent and three years of full-time, paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work, one year of which must have been in rackets or police investigative work
• All candidates are required to have one year of full-time, paid experience in rackets or police investigative work

Additional Information

New York State residency is required on the first day of employment.

Pay

$89,610.00