APPLICANT AND COMPLAINT INVESTIGATOR 5770

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class performs professional investigative duties regarding job applicants and employees in a Town. The incumbent conducts background investigations for new department personnel and investigates all complaints lodged against department members by the public. The employee conducts confidential investigations of complaints against town employees regarding personnel-related matters. Work is performed under the general supervision an administrator and is reviewed through conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Coordinates and supervises all activities relative to the processing of background investigations for new department personnel including Park Rangers, Bay Constables, Fire Marshals and Harbormaster;

Coordinates and conducts in depth investigations of complaints filed against town employees, including complaints of misconduct, such as allegations of harassment or discrimination, falsifying statements, timesheets, or town documents, improper use of town vehicles, and violations of Town’s Code of Ethics;

Reviews investigative policies and procedures and, when indicated, recommends changes to improve efficiency and streamline operations;

Develops and implements policies and procedures pertaining to background and internal investigations;

Prepares reports for an administrative supervisor based on investigative findings.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of principles, practices and procedures used in investigative work; thorough knowledge of relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations effective in a township; good knowledge of civil service rules and procedures; good knowledge of penal law relative to allegations of misconduct; ability to supervise and direct the work of support staff in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

(a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by New York State with a Bachelor's Degree, and three (3) years of inspection or investigative experience; or,

(b) Sixty (60) credits from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by New York State, and five (5) years of inspection or investigative experience.

R05/02/19

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive