Minimum Qualifications
Six years of experience in a position conducting comprehensive and detailed investigations and the preparation of information and evidence for the holding of hearings. (Study at a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis, up to a maximum of three years); or An equivalent combination of education and comparable experience. Substantial writing and editing experience with particular ability to draft and edit detailed investigative reports is required.
Duties Description
This position will also work with the Bias Matters and Fiduciary Appointments units to lead investigations into allegations of bias based upon race, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, national origin or religion that affect the workplace or the terms and conditions of employment of UCS personnel, or allegations of unsatisfactory performance, or conduct incompatible with appointment as a fiduciary. Duties include but are not limited to: interviewing witnesses and court employees to obtain information regarding charges pending against court employees; identifying and marshalling relevant evidence; documenting the investigative process; writing comprehensive confidential reports; providing detailed analysis supporting findings and conclusions; and testifying at administrative and/or criminal proceedings. Travel to Albany and throughout New York State is required.
Additional Comments
Investigators work under the supervision of the Inspector General, and are responsible for conducting investigations to determine misconduct or incompetence among employees of the Unified Court System. Areas of investigation may include violation of time and leave rules, conflict of interest, bribery, theft, insubordination, falsification of records, inability to perform job responsibilities, and other such situations. They also perform other related duties. This is a non-peace officer position.
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