Rackets Investigator

Overview

The Office of the Queens County District Attorney (QDA) is seeking candidates for Rackets Investigator positions within QDA’s Detective Investigator Squad, which serves an office of over 800 staff.

• Investigate a variety of complaints; may perform undercover work
• Monitor the QDA Hotline for notable events and make required notifications
• Identify suspects and criminal groups and obtain information on criminal activities
• Interview complainants and witnesses
• Participate in police operations and secure and preserve evidence obtained in such operations
• Install and operate wire tapping and other surveillance equipment
• Utilizing a variety of investigative equipment, digital equipment and law enforcement databases
• Testify at Grand Jury, trials and other court proceedings
• Prepare reports on activities
• Perform other duties as requested by the Chief Investigator

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or high school diploma and two years of full-time paid experience in police enforcement or investigative work; or a satisfactory equivalent.

Prior law enforcement experience is preferred.

Extensive knowledge and investigative experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: narcotics trafficking, gun trafficking, money laundering, violent crime, special victims cases, domestic violence, gangs, public integrity, governmental fraud, revenue crimes, cyber crimes, white collar crimes and technical services. Current or renewable NYS police officer certification is also preferred, as well as fluency in a second language, knowledge and experience with court procedures and criminal trials, prior experience testifying in court proceedings, security detail and the ability to use investigative equipment.

Starting Salary: $60,604 after six months and completion of Academy $63,028; after one year of service salary $70,087.

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401K and more.

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.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter, by clicking on the link below: