Security Investigator

Job Description

Division/Unit: Investigation Bureau

Civil Service Title: Rackets Investigator

Position Title: Security Investigator

Salary Range: $64,067 - $75,656

Job Description:
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has openings for Security Investigators in its Investigation Bureau.

In this position, under supervision, with some latitude for independent judgment and initiative, the Investigator is responsible for conducting a wide variety of criminal investigations.

This is a sworn police officer position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :


* Investigates security-related incidents, crimes, or threats.


* Conducting fieldwork, consisting of surveillance and various undercover operations.


* Reviewing facts to ascertain their validity.


* Maintain the safety, security, and control of the building at all times.


* Control access to the building and verify identification.


* Prevent unauthorized access/trespassers into the building.


* Screen visitors and inspect packages, briefcases, and handbags.


* Complete accurate reports by recording observations, information, and occurrences as required.


* Alert management of anything suspicious and notify emergency services, if necessary.


* assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing effective security; implement approved policies and procedures.


* Use various City databases to perform background and information searches, such as: eJustice, IIS, IFCOM, Webcrims, Google, and various watchdog registries.


* Perform related tasks as assigned.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following:


* Level 1 - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college OR High school graduation and two (2) years of full-time paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work.


* Level 2 - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college AND one (1) year of investigative work OR High school graduation and three (3) years of full-time paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work.


* Level 3 - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college AND two (2) years of investigative work OR High school graduation and four (4) years of full-time paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work.


* Level 4 - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college AND three (3) years of investigative work OR High school graduation and five (5) years of full-time paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work.


* Must have a valid NYS driver's license.


* Must pass a medical exam, drug test, psychological screening, and an intensive background check.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:


* Licensed to carry a firearm.


* Bilingual Mandarin, Cantonese or Korean preferred.


* Bilingual Spanish preferred.


* Prior law enforcement or criminal justice experience.


* Excellent interpersonal,...