Review Vacancy
AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office of
TitleInternal Investigator 2 OCFS
Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $86773 to $108413 Annually
Duties Description Provides daily supervision, coordination and evaluation of assigned Internal Investigators 1 (OCFS).
Monitors investigative caseloads of subordinates to ensure that cases are investigated in a timely and appropriate manner.
Reviews all reports of interviews and interrogations conducted by SIU staff to ensure they are complete and carried out in an appropriate manner.
Trains new employees in the process and techniques required in the performance of their job.
Provides direction and to staff on new policies, procedures and investigative strategies
Serves as Lead Investigator when the nature of the case is complex or of a sensitive nature, such as those involving possible misconduct by agency employees.
Ensures that confidentiality of information gathered during the investigative process is maintained.
Routinely meets with each investigator regarding all aspects of the case and various strategies to be employed.
Manages problems that arise during the course of the investigation.
Engages in field activities when necessary, including surveillance and the collection and preservation of physical evidence.
Provides testimony at arbitration hearings to support the outcome of the investigation, if necessary.
Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.
Minimum Qualifications Eight years of field investigative experience*, two years of which must have been in a supervisory role.
Substitutions:
An Associate’s degree may substitute for two years of non-supervisory field investigative experience.
Two years of children and family program experience may substitute for two years of non-supervisory field investigative experience.
A Bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of non-supervisory field investigative experience
Note: All candidates must have at least two years of field investigative experience, regardless of other substitutions.
Investigatory experience would include the following non-structured activities: interviewing and interrogating witnesses; collecting and analyzing data and evidence; writing and summarizing case narratives; testifying at administrative hearings and criminal proceedings; experience as a police investigator; and/or conducting child welfare investigations, such as those performed by Child Protective Services caseworkers.
Non-qualifying experience - Experience in auditing, employment interviewing, building security surveillance, traffic enforcement, or performing routine inspections or surveys will NOT be considered investigative experience.
**Qualifying children and family program experience is defined as professional experience providing services to children and their families either in the inspection, management, or administration of: foster care programs; day care programs; adoption programs; domestic violence programs; youth detention facilities; or other providers of care, support, and assistance to children, assuring compliance for certification, or licensing purposes; OR providing, supervising, monitoring, or administering human services; juvenile justice; criminal justice; local departments of social services; or local voluntary childcare service programs providing services for children, adults, or their families, including but not limited to, providing social casework, case planning, case management, counseling, crisis intervention, advocacy on behalf of clients, or direct investigation of potential abuse and neglect.
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
Additional Comments A valid New York State License is required.
Background Investigation Requirements:
1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees.
2) All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees.
3) For Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable.
The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff, and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS’s mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services
Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov
Address
Street Bureau of Personnel - MED
52 Washington Street, 231 North
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.