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Assistant Inspector General

New York City Department of Investigation
$40,000.00 - $106,912.00
United States, New York, Manhattan
Mar 28, 2026
The New York City Department of Investigation (DOI) is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the country; its mission is to combat municipal corruption. DOI serves the people of New York City by acting as an independent and nonpartisan watchdog for New York City government, City agencies, and City employees, vendors with City contracts, individuals and entities that receive City funds. The Department of Investigation (DOI) is seeking a highly skilled Assistant Inspector General to join Squad 3 which oversees several key New York City agencies, including the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, the Department of Buildings, the Housing Development Corporation, the Department of Small Business Services, the Department of City Planning, the Business Integrity Commission, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, and the Board of Standards and Appeals. The Assistant Inspector General will conduct and supervise complex and long-term investigations of fraud and corruption involving the construction and affordable housing industries and Squad 3's portfolio of agencies, using all types of investigative tools, including subpoenas and interviews. The Assistant Inspector General will use his or her experience and knowledge of the agencies to serve as a resource for colleagues, providing guidance and assistance as needed. The Assistant Inspector General is expected to demonstrate ingenuity, resourcefulness, creativity, independence, and analytical thinking in their case work, and to develop the same in junior investigators. The Assistant Inspector General must meet the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, and integrity. Key Responsibilities: -Lead and supervise investigations into suspected fraud, corruption, and misconduct involving City employees, developers, contractors, vendors, and public benefit recipients. -Examine a wide range of records and data --including construction and development filings, housing applications, financial statements, and agency records and policies --to detect vulnerabilities and irregularities. -Plan and execute investigative operations, including interviews of witnesses and subjects, surveillance activities, subpoenas, and fieldwork across New York City. -Collaborate closely with DOI attorneys, auditors, analysts, and investigators, as well as prosecutors and other law enforcement agencies, in advancing investigations and sharing findings. -Draft clear investigative reports and written referrals -Propose operational and procedural reforms to strengthen agency controls and reduce risk. -Maintain meticulous case documentation in compliance with DOI standards and uphold confidentiality and integrity in all investigative activities. If selected, the candidate will be fingerprinted and undergo a background investigation. In addition, because the position has a law enforcement and/or investigative function, the candidate's consumer credit history will be reviewed during the background investigation, as permitted by NYC Administrative Code 8-107(24)(b)(2)(A). SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR - 31130 Minimum Qualifications 1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in an industrial or governmental agency in the field of investigation, auditing, law enforcement, security, inspections, or in a major operational area of the agency in which the appointment is to be made; or 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; or 3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. Preferred Skills -A minimum of four years of experience conducting complex investigations (preferably involving procurement, contracting, and/or other white-collar related criminal offenses). At least two years of experience at a law enforcement agency, investigative agency, or investigations and audit firm serving in an investigative role (agent, detective, or equivalent investigative position) required. -Demonstrated writing ability, including to prepare detailed written reports and memoranda, and experience editing written word product to a high standard. Candidates should be prepared to provide a writing sample. -Demonstrated ability to function independently, with minimal supervision, to conduct investigations and balance an active caseload of multiple cases on a short timeline. Possess excellent organizational skills and proven ability to manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment. -Ability to initiate and drive projects to completion. -Experience working with federal, state, and city prosecutors on complex investigations. -Strong interpersonal, written, and analytical skills. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office, public records databases, and open-source intelligence tools. -Ability to work well with all levels of staff and management. -Demonstrated ethics and sound judgment. -Experience in construction and development and/or affordable housing is a plus. 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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. 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.