associate investigator, i

• POLICE DEPARTMENT

Posted On: 11/07/2025

• Part-Time

Location

NYC-ALL BOROS

• Exam May Be Required

Department

Legal Bureau/Civ And Cadet

Salary Range:

$32.49 – $48.55

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe and fair city by incorporating Neighborhood Policing into all facets of Department operations and solve the problems that create crime and disorder through an interdependent relationship between the people and its police, and by pioneering strategic innovation.

The Legal Bureau serves as in-house counsel to the Department and assists members of the service in interpreting local, state, and federal laws. The Bureau represents the Department in a variety of civil matters, produces records and video footage to external oversight bodies and for litigation, reviews and negotiates complex contracts and memoranda of understanding, and assesses Department policies. practices, procedures, and forms for legal sufficiency and conformance with the law.

The Legal Bureau's Freedom of Information Law ("FOIL") Unit is responsible for analyzing and responding to FOIL requests from members of the public and media outlets for Department records. policies, statistics and procedures. The primary duties of personnel assigned to the FOIL Unit are to identify, locate, redact, and produce various Department records, including highly sensitive and confidential materials, in response to requests.

The specific duties and responsibilities of an Associate Investigator assigned to the Legal Bureau's FOIL Unit will include:

• Analyzing and intaking FOIL requests from the public for NYPD records and data.
• Utilizing various NYPD systems and applications to assist in the processing and investigation of requests.
• Examining responsive records and making recommendations as to appropriateness of disclosure.
• Applying appropriate redactions in accordance with all applicable laws.
• Reporting results of diligent searches and record review to unit supervisors.

WORK LOCATION

375 Pearl St., New York, NY

HOURS/SHIFT

Business Hours (Part-Time)

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a program.

ASSOCIATE INVESTIGATOR (NOT PR

Minimum Qualifications

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of satisfactory, full-time experience as an investigator evaluating credit worthiness, searching for assets, verifying information concerning education, experience, and other personal qualifications bearing upon character and fitness for employment, or performing investigations involving the research, compilation and/or location of evidence or information in order to build a case or uncover activities of a criminal, corrupt, unlawful or unethical nature; or

2. An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory, full-time experience as described in "1" above; or

3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of satisfactory, full-time experience as described in "1" above; or

4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of basic computer skills and Department systems - Excellent legal research and analytical skills - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Strong organizational skills, and an ability to manage a significant caseload while also maintaining tight deadlines - Ability to work independently, or as part of a team - Ability to adapt to change and have flexibility to adapt to a wide variety of tasks and functions

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

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.

Shortlist

Job ID

752589

Title code

31121

Civil service title

ASSOCIATE INVESTIGATOR (NOT PR

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title

ASSOCIATE INVESTIGATOR, I (PART-TIME)

Posted until

11/21/2025

• Experience Level:

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job level

01

Number of positions

2

Work location

Default

• Category:

Legal Affairs

ASSOCIATE INVESTIGATOR, I (PART-TIME)