Investigative Analyst

Division/Unit:
Violent Criminal Enterprises Unit

Position Title:

Investigative Analyst

Civil Service

Title:

Community Associate

Salary Range: $56,942 - $60,410

Job Description:

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for an Investigative Analyst in its Violent Criminal Enterprises Unit (VCEU). VCEU is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of violent organized crime in Manhattan and beyond, including drug-related homicides, armed street gangs, interstate gun runners, and narcotics dealers. The Unit works with the elite units of the NYPD, as well as with federal agents from Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and New York City's joint firearms and narcotics task forces to reduce violent street crime by disarming violent offenders.

In this position, Investigative Analysts are responsible for providing highly skilled analytical support to the unit's Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) and office.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Within team concept, work closely with ADAs, local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies in long-term investigations and prosecutions of violent organized crime, including street gangs, major narcotics dealers, interstate gun traffickers, and gang-related homicides.

* Perform in-depth open source searches of investigative targets and create profiles based on results.

* Mine social media and search warrant returns for corroborating evidence.

* Analyze documentary evidence, including cell-site, call detail, financial, and social media records, to develop coherent understanding of the details of the case.

* Collect and analyze data relevant to specific unit investigations and cases.

* Work directly and independently with police detectives and federal agents.

* Analyze evidence from multiple sources and connect how the items of evidence are related and interact with one another.

* Review and transcribe Department of Corrections phone calls and wiretap phone calls and prepare integrated trial exhibits presenting the recordings and the investigation's findings.

* Generate trial and Grand Jury exhibits that effectively present the items of evidence and conclusions that can be drawn from them.

* Translate field intelligence and evidence into a clear, coherent, and persuasive narrative to be presented in the courtroom.

* Collaborate with other units within DANY to export the work practices and techniques developed in VCEU to multi-defendant investigations and cases throughout the Trial Division.

* Perform other administrative and paralegal duties as assigned.

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

* Level 1 - bachelor's degree from an accredited college and one (1) years of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent.

* Level 2 - bachelor's degree from an accredited college and two (2) years of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent.

* Level 3 - bachelor's degree from an accredited college and three (3) years of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent.

* Master's degree can be substituted for years of experience.
* Preferred Requirements/

Skills:

* 2 - 4 years of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent based on the level.

* Prior law enforcement or investigative agency experience.

* Excellent organization, communication, time management, writing and creative problem-solving skills are essential.

* Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.

* Literacy in computer applications, including PowerPoint and Excel required; knowledge of AJIS, Clear, Bloomberg, and other City Net systems.

* Proficiency in Internet search strategies and techniques.

* Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

* Perform all assignments in an accurate, professional, and expeditious manner.

How To Apply:

* Apply with a Cover Letter & Resume.

Hours/Shift:

* Monday - Friday, from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Additional Information:

* Current office employees:
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