Deputy Director - Research amp Investigations

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Deputy Director - Research & Investigations
The candidate will supervise teams of attorneys, analysts, and subject matter experts conducting investigations relating to City finances, contracts, funds, and potential fraud and wrongdoing that have significant investigatory, procedural or policy consequences. The ideal candidate must be able to thrive in a busy work environment that requires coordination of multiple activities and the judgment and flexibility to multitask and, with guidance, set priorities. Under the direction of the Director of Research and Investigations, the Deputy Director’s job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversee fraud and mismanagement investigations, including supervising legal and non-legal staff; Draft and edit written memoranda and reports based on findings developed during the course of an investigation; Provide legal advice to and conduct research concerning relevant legal issues and procedures; Draft and edit legal documents, including but not limited to confidentiality agreements, requests for information, FOIL responses, and subpoenas; Conduct witness interviews, including under oath, and collect and analyze large amounts of data; and, Perform other related assignments as needed, including but not limited to administration of the unit. Admission to the New York State Bar; and four years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar, eighteen months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work. Favorable consideration will be given based on length and relevance of experience in planning, conducting, and managing complex investigations to conclusion with proven ability to distill the results into clear, concise, accurate public reports, pleadings, briefs or other legal documents accessible to a general audience; Demonstrated prosecutorial and/or investigatory experience, including financial analysis, oversight of the collection and analysis of large amounts of data and witnesses interviews; Knowledge of federal and state statutes related to criminal and civil liability for fraud, corruption and abuse of authority; Experience supervising legal and non-legal staff; Understanding of New York City’s governing structure and agencies, procurement rules and conflicts of interest; Excellent interpersonal, organizational and oral and written communication skills, and attention to detail are required. Ability to work independently and in groups and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment, including initiating and effectively completing projects are required. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Access, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and case management applications are required.

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