Investigative Auditor

The New York City Department of Investigation (DOI) is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the country with a mission of combating municipal corruption. It 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.

The candidates selected for this position will be responsible for examining and analyzing financial data and reports; conducting financial and programmatic reviews and audits; conducting interviews; conducting reviews of subpoenaed records; doing research to develop investigative leads; preparing reports; and testifying at hearing and court proceedings. The candidates may also be required to work with other prosecutorial agencies and provide support to other squads within DOI.

If selected, the candidates will be fingerprinted and undergo a background investigation.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in an industrial or governmental agency in the field of investigation, auditing, law enforcement, security, inspections, or in a major operational area of the agency in which the appointment is to be made; or

2.A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; or

3. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above.

Preferred Skills

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in accounting or finance and four years of full-time experience conducting administrative, criminal, or internal investigations in the field of investigation, auditing, law enforcement, security, inspection, or a related field.

2. Certified Fraud Examiner/Certified Public Accountant.

3. At least one year of Audit experience.

4. Strong analytical, written and oral communication skills.