Internship Disability Investigator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Hours: Full-time - 35 Hours
Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101
The NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC), Law Division, is seeking a highly motivated entry-level Investigator interested in developing a career in investigations, surveillance, and fact-finding. This role is ideal for recent graduates, early-career professionals, or candidates with internships or limited experience related to criminal justice or investigative work. This position supports the Agency's internal disciplinary program under Section 75 of the New York Civil Service Law. Extensive prior investigative experience is not expected or required training will be provided. Successful candidates will demonstrate curiosity, professionalism, strong observational skills, and enthusiasm for working both in the office and extensively in the field.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with internal investigations involving employee conduct and policy compliance.
- Conduct fact-finding interviews and assist in gathering documentation.
- Preform field work, including observations, site visits, and service of legal process.
- Support surveillance-related activities as assigned.
- Prepare clear, accurate written and statistical reports.
- Maintain investigative case files and electronic records.
- Utilize agency computer systems for case tracking and data entry
- Assist with administrative hearing and provide testimony when required
- Review referrals of allegations to determine appropriate action;
- Review and maintain agency policies, procedures and regulations regarding employee discipline, and conduct extensive field work.
Please note: All candidates must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States (U.S.). In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates are required to present original documents proving citizenship or the legal right to work in the U.S. DDC is unable to support or sponsor any visa application or visa extension, including but not limited to OPT/STEM visas, H-1B visas, F-1 practical training, permanent residence sponsorship, or any proposed change of visa type. DDC does not offer a training program as required by U.S. immigration law, and is not hiring temporary employees. Candidates must have proper work authorization when an employment offer is made.
Additionally, educational credentials must be from a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accredited institution. Credentials from foreign institutions require independent equivalency verification from an approved evaluation service. A list of providers (fees apply) is available at: https://www.nyc.gov/assets/dcas/downloads/pdf/employment/nyc-dcas-foreign-education-evaluation-guide.pdf.
All applicants, including City Employees: Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly.
INVESTIGATOR (EMPLOYEE DISCIPL - 31163

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in one or more of the fields of accounting, auditing, correction administration, criminal justice administration and planning, forensic science and security, or in a major operational area of the agency in which the appointment is to be made; or
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or
Education and/ or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above.

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.