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Police Oversight Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Participates in preparing the annual budget, including supporting justification, and maintaining oversight of expenditures.\r\n\r\n\r\nIncumbents in the position of Police Major serve as a principal ...

Trial Preparation Assistant

Manhattan, NY ยท On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

As the largest police oversight agency in the United States, the CCRB currently investigates approximately 4,500 complaints each year. The CCRB's Administrative Prosecution Unit prosecutes cases in ...

Investigator Level 2

Manhattan, NY ยท On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

As the largest police oversight agency in the United States, the CCRB currently investigates approximately 4,500 complaints each year. ABOUT THE INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION: Led by the Agency's Chief of ...

As the largest police oversight agency in the United States, the CCRB currently investigates approximately 4,500 complaints each year. ABOUT THE INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION: Led by the Agency's Chief of ...

As the largest police oversight agency in the United States, the CCRB currently investigates approximately 4,500 complaints each year. ABOUT THE INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION: Led by the Agency's Chief of ...

As the largest police oversight agency in the United States, the CCRB currently investigates approximately 4,500 complaints each year. About The Role: The Outreach Coordinator reports directly to the ...

Outreach Coordinator

Manhattan, NY ยท On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

As the largest police oversight agency in the United States, the CCRB currently investigates approximately 4,500 complaints each year. About The Role: The Outreach Coordinator reports directly to the ...

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How much do police oversight jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for police oversight in the United States is $62,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Police Oversight, and why are they important?

To thrive in Police Oversight, a strong background in criminal justice, public administration, or law, often with relevant degrees or experience, is essential. Familiarity with investigative tools, data analysis software, and knowledge of legal frameworks or certification in oversight practices are typically required. Outstanding analytical thinking, impartiality, communication, and conflict resolution skills help professionals build trust and effectively address community concerns. These skills are crucial to ensure accountability, transparency, and fair policing practices that foster community trust.

What is police oversight?

Police oversight refers to the processes and organizations that monitor, review, and hold law enforcement agencies accountable for their actions. This can include investigating complaints against officers, reviewing use-of-force incidents, and recommending policy changes to improve transparency and community trust. Oversight bodies may be independent civilian boards, government agencies, or a combination of both, and their goal is to ensure fair and just policing while building public confidence in law enforcement.

What is the difference between Police Oversight vs Police Investigator?

AspectPolice OversightPolice Investigator
Required CredentialsVaries; often includes law enforcement or legal backgroundLaw enforcement experience, criminal justice degree often preferred
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, public offices, community settingsPolice departments, law enforcement agencies, crime scenes
Employer & IndustryGovernment, public safety, oversight agenciesLaw enforcement agencies, criminal justice sector

Police Oversight focuses on monitoring and reviewing police conduct, ensuring accountability, and engaging with the community. Police Investigators conduct criminal investigations, gather evidence, and solve crimes. While both roles may require law enforcement background, Police Oversight emphasizes oversight and policy, whereas Police Investigators focus on active crime solving.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in police oversight roles?

Professionals in police oversight often encounter challenges such as balancing transparency with confidentiality, building trust with both law enforcement and the community, and navigating complex legal frameworks. They must objectively evaluate complaints and incidents, sometimes under intense public scrutiny or pressure. Additionally, successful oversight requires strong communication and conflict resolution skills to effectively collaborate with multiple stakeholders, including police departments, community members, and government officials.
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Infographic showing various Police Oversight job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,148 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

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Job description

The New York City Department of Investigation ("DOI") is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the country; its mission is to combat municipal corruption. DOI serves the people of New York City by acting as an independent and nonpartisan watchdog for New York City government, City agencies, and City employees, vendors with City contracts, individuals and entities that receive City funds.
DOI's Office of the Inspector General for the New York City Police Department (OIG-NYPD) is authorized to investigate, review, study, audit, and make recommendations relating to the operations, policies, programs, and practices of the New York City Police Department (NYPD), with the goal of enhancing effectiveness, increasing public safety, protecting civil liberties and civil rights, and increasing the public's confidence in the police force.
DOI is seeking to fill the position of Inspector General for OIG-NYPD to lead the unit in systemic oversight of the NYPD. Duties and responsibilities include:
1. Leading, managing and overseeing systemic investigations and reviews of the NYPD's operations, policies, practices, and programs including document requests and issuance of subpoenas, reviews of records, interviews, and related investigative activities.
2. Drafting and editing reports of investigative findings that include recommendations to the NYPD.
3. Representing the Commissioner and DOI before the NYPD; federal, state, and local prosecutor and law enforcement agencies; other City agencies; and community organizations, advocacy organizations, and the public concerning matters relating to DOI's responsibilities.
4. Supervising the OIG-NYPD staff of investigators, attorneys, policy analysts, auditors, and outreach personnel in the performance of investigations, reviews, and community engagement.
5. Participating in the recruitment and hiring of OIG-NYPD staff, including ensuring proper training and awareness in current policing and accountability issues.
6. Maintaining familiarity with current policing issues, both at NYPD and nationwide, to identify possible areas of concern and topics for further review.
7. Performing other assignments of a confidential or sensitive nature as directed by agency leadership, including assignments related to non-systemic investigations involving NYPD personnel and matters.
If selected, the candidate will be fingerprinted and undergo a background investigation. In addition, for positions that have a law enforcement and/or investigative function, the candidate's consumer credit history will be reviewed during the background investigation, and as otherwise permitted by NYC Administrative Code 8-107(24)(b)(2)(A)
To Apply
All applicants, including current City Employees may apply by going to https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov and search for the specific Job ID # 786697.
Please do not email, mail, or fax your resume directly. Submissions of resumes do not guarantee an interview. Due to the high volume of resumes received for positions, only selected candidates will be contacted.
Appointments are subject to Office of Management & Budget approval for budgeted headcount.
INSPECTOR GENERAL - 31145


Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four years of full-time experience in investigation, auditing, law enforcement, law security, management analysis, or in a major operational area of the agency to which the assignment is to be made; at least 18 months of which must have been in a supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive capacity, and the approval of the Commissioner of Investigation; or
2. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have the approval of the Commissioner of Investigation and 18 months of supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive experience; or 18 months of experience in the exercise of discretion and professional judgment in significant policy matters related to criminal justice or areas particularly relevant to the Office of the Inspector General to which the candidate would be assigned.


Preferred Skills
1. Ten or more years of investigative, legal, or oversight experience - preferably at a police oversight entity, inspector general's office, prosecutor's office, or the Department of Justice - conducting and supervising complex investigations. 2. Demonstrated ability in drafting and editing large, complex, public reports and knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of systemic investigations including but not limited to assessing complex data analysis for patterns, performing large scale document and policy review, conducting interviews, identifying findings of potential deficiencies or weaknesses, and recommending improvements to policies and procedures. 3. Knowledge of the organization, duties, and policies of local police departments the laws and regulations governing policing and police oversight and accountability issues. Experience with NYPD or NYC government agencies and operations, policies, and procedures is a plus. 4. Professional experience managing multiple operations and supervising staff. 5. Strong written and oral communication skills, and conflict resolution skills. 6. Juris Doctor, Certified Fraud Examiner, and/or other relevant degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, or social sciences. 7. Proven ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information. 8. Highest professional and ethical standards. 9. Project management experience and ability to identify and optimize work flow. 10.The ability to interact with a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives and to communicate effectively with all who have a stake in policing, including but not limited to the general public, complainants, community and advocacy organizations, NYPD employees, and other City officials. 11. The ability to carry out the duties of the IG for the NYPD in a manner that reflects sound judgment, independence, fairness, and objectivity.
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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
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.