Confidential Investigator (NYC)

Date Posted 05/15/26 Applications Due06/15/26 Vacancy

ID216158 NY

HELPNo AgencyCommission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government TitleConfidential Investigator (NYC) Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services Salary GradeNS Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary RangeFrom $86773 to $108413 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class Travel Percentage 20% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 8:30 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? Yes County Albany Street Address --- City New York StateNY Zip Code10004 Duties Description The Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government ("Commission") seeks a Confidential Investigator to join its Investigations and Enforcement Division. The position assists with intake and management of complaints and referral of potential violations of laws within the Commission's jurisdiction. The Confidential Investigator analyzes complaints to determine if allegations raise potential violations of the Public Officers Law, the Lobbying Act, or the Civil Service Law; makes recommendations to Division management as to disposition of complaints; and develops an investigation plan in conjunction with Counsel's Office. In addition, the position extracts information through application of interview techniques and obtains information through inquiry, subpoena, and other investigative methods. The Confidential Investigator is entrusted with sensitive information and material, the confidentiality of which must be scrupulously maintained, and must exercise discretion in discussions and utmost care in handling sensitive materials to protect the confidentiality of matters before the Commission. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have five or more years of investigative experience. State government experience, knowledge of New York state criminal, ethics and lobbying laws, as well as public integrity experience preferred. Ability to travel required. Additional Comments NYS residency required. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government Telephone (518) 408-3976 Fax (518) 474-8322 Email Address ethics@ethics.ny.gov Address Street 540 Broadway City Albany State NY Zip Code 12207