Assistant Chief of Investigations
The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) has reformed its Incident Management and Investigations systems. OPWDD Internal Investigators throughout the state will report directly to the Office of Investigations and Internal Affairs (OIIA) located in the Central Office in Albany. Under the general direction and supervision of the Chief of Investigations, the duties of the Assistant Chief of Forensic Investigations include, but are not limited to:
o Management of the Digital Forensics Lab o Implementation of proper techniques to secure digital evidence o Acquisition of evidence in a forensically sound manner o Analyzation of evidence from digital devices (computer, tablets, phones, etc.) o Creation of forensically sound reports o Conduct witness interviews, target interrogations, and brief agency executives o Testifying in administrative and court proceedings o Make recommendations to improve the timeliness and quality of agency investigations. o Establish and maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies, State agencies, investigative offices, and other entities. o Enhance current investigative staffing with additional trained professional investigators. o Ensure consistency of practice throughout the state and improve investigative independence by providing arms-length oversight of the investigation and incident management process. o Provide direct supervision to two (2) Investigations Unit leaders (a Supervising Investigator and an Internal Investigator 2 OPWDD) and assist in the day-to-day direction and oversight of local investigative staff. o Forensic litigation including report writing, expert witness testimony, discovery, and chain of custody. o Execute and manage forensic collections and analysis of computers (Windows and MacOS based), mobile phones (Android and iOS), and other electronic devices using various forensic tools.
Job Function
The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) has reformed its Incident Management and Investigations systems. OPWDD Internal Investigators throughout the state will report directly to the Office of Investigations and Internal Affairs (OIIA) located in the Central Office in Albany. Under the general direction and supervision of the Chief of Investigations, the duties of the Assistant Chief of Forensic Investigations include, but are not limited to:
o Management of the Digital Forensics Lab o Implementation of proper techniques to secure digital evidence o Acquisition of evidence in a forensically sound manner o Analyzation of evidence from digital devices (computer, tablets, phones, etc.) o Creation of forensically sound reports o Conduct witness interviews, target interrogations, and brief agency executives o Testifying in administrative and court proceedings o Make recommendations to improve the timeliness and quality of agency investigations. o Establish and maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies, State agencies, investigative offices, and other entities. o Enhance current investigative staffing with additional trained professional investigators. o Ensure consistency of practice throughout the state and improve investigative independence by providing arms-length oversight of the investigation and incident management process. o Provide direct supervision to two (2) Investigations Unit leaders (a Supervising Investigator and an Internal Investigator 2 OPWDD) and assist in the day-to-day direction and oversight of local investigative staff. o Forensic litigation including report writing, expert witness testimony, discovery, and chain of custody. o Execute and manage forensic collections and analysis of computers (Windows and MacOS based), mobile phones (Android and iOS), and other electronic devices using various forensic tools.
Salary Range:
From $105500 to $133319 Annually
Minimum Qualification
PREFERRED
Qualifications:
Ten (10) years of field investigative or law enforcement investigative experience, three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role. Investigative Experience is defined as gathering and securing information and evidence from a variety of sources through independent, non-structured activities including but not limited to the following:
interviewing and interrogating witnesses; collecting and analyzing data and evidence; writing and summarizing case narratives; and testifying at administrative hearings and criminal proceedings. Non-qualifying experience includes:
tax collections; service as a security guard or officer, or fire and safety inspector; credit verification; auditing; employment interviewing; building surveillance; traffic enforcement; performing routine inspections or surveys. Substitutions include:
o A Bachelor's degree in a qualifying field may substitute for four (4) years of non-supervisory field investigative experience. o A Master's degree in a qualifying field may substitute for six (6) years of non-supervisory field investigative experience. o A Juris Doctorate degree may substitute for seven (7) years of non-supervisory field investigative experience. Examples of qualifying degrees include:
Criminal Justice, Forensic Sciences, Law Enforcement, Legal Services, Crime Scene Investigation, Paralegal and Legal Assistant. Regardless of any substitution, all candidates must have at least three (3) years of supervisory field investigative experience or law enforcement investigative experience. Types of Investigative Experience that could be considered Qualifying:
Experience in such positions as:
Police Detective; Insurance Investigator; Licensed and Registered Private Investigator; Federal Investigator; State Investigator; Municipal Investigator; Child Protective Services Investigator; Investigative position involving trial preparations and detailed reports; or Investigations within a branch of the Armed Services. The successful candidate will demonstrate:
o An in-depth understanding of operating system concepts, including registry files, log files, internet history, email, etc. o Experience and proficiency with forensic software such as Cellebrite, Magnet Axiom, EnCase, FTK, AccessData Forensic Tool Kit, Vound Intella, and open-source forensic tools. o Two or more years of experience leading digital forensic investigations and overseeing the day-to-day workload of team members. o Excellent communications skills and the ability to collaborate in a team-based environment. o A familiarity with litigation hold and eDiscovery procedures. o A familiarity with digital forensic evidence, and best practices that surround evidence including seizing, securing, acquiring, and analyzing. o A familiarity with components of digital forensic evidence including but not limited to computers, cellphones, tablets, android and iOS devices. o A working knowledge of computer software, databases, email analysis, registry files, and operating systems. o Certification in one of the following:
AccessData Certified Examiner (ACE), EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE), Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner Certification (CCME), National White Collar Crime Center, Certified Cyber Crime Examiner (3CE) or similar certification as it relates to digital forensic and or eDiscovery. This certification must be continually maintained as a condition of employment.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
o Management of the Digital Forensics Lab o Implementation of proper techniques to secure digital evidence o Acquisition of evidence in a forensically sound manner o Analyzation of evidence from digital devices (computer, tablets, phones, etc.) o Creation of forensically sound reports o Conduct witness interviews, target interrogations, and brief agency executives o Testifying in administrative and court proceedings o Make recommendations to improve the timeliness and quality of agency investigations. o Establish and maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies, State agencies, investigative offices, and other entities. o Enhance current investigative staffing with additional trained professional investigators. o Ensure consistency of practice throughout the state and improve investigative independence by providing arms-length oversight of the investigation and incident management process. o Provide direct supervision to two (2) Investigations Unit leaders (a Supervising Investigator and an Internal Investigator 2 OPWDD) and assist in the day-to-day direction and oversight of local investigative staff. o Forensic litigation including report writing, expert witness testimony, discovery, and chain of custody. o Execute and manage forensic collections and analysis of computers (Windows and MacOS based), mobile phones (Android and iOS), and other electronic devices using various forensic tools.
Job Function
The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) has reformed its Incident Management and Investigations systems. OPWDD Internal Investigators throughout the state will report directly to the Office of Investigations and Internal Affairs (OIIA) located in the Central Office in Albany. Under the general direction and supervision of the Chief of Investigations, the duties of the Assistant Chief of Forensic Investigations include, but are not limited to:
o Management of the Digital Forensics Lab o Implementation of proper techniques to secure digital evidence o Acquisition of evidence in a forensically sound manner o Analyzation of evidence from digital devices (computer, tablets, phones, etc.) o Creation of forensically sound reports o Conduct witness interviews, target interrogations, and brief agency executives o Testifying in administrative and court proceedings o Make recommendations to improve the timeliness and quality of agency investigations. o Establish and maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies, State agencies, investigative offices, and other entities. o Enhance current investigative staffing with additional trained professional investigators. o Ensure consistency of practice throughout the state and improve investigative independence by providing arms-length oversight of the investigation and incident management process. o Provide direct supervision to two (2) Investigations Unit leaders (a Supervising Investigator and an Internal Investigator 2 OPWDD) and assist in the day-to-day direction and oversight of local investigative staff. o Forensic litigation including report writing, expert witness testimony, discovery, and chain of custody. o Execute and manage forensic collections and analysis of computers (Windows and MacOS based), mobile phones (Android and iOS), and other electronic devices using various forensic tools.
Salary Range:
From $105500 to $133319 Annually
Minimum Qualification
PREFERRED
Qualifications:
Ten (10) years of field investigative or law enforcement investigative experience, three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role. Investigative Experience is defined as gathering and securing information and evidence from a variety of sources through independent, non-structured activities including but not limited to the following:
interviewing and interrogating witnesses; collecting and analyzing data and evidence; writing and summarizing case narratives; and testifying at administrative hearings and criminal proceedings. Non-qualifying experience includes:
tax collections; service as a security guard or officer, or fire and safety inspector; credit verification; auditing; employment interviewing; building surveillance; traffic enforcement; performing routine inspections or surveys. Substitutions include:
o A Bachelor's degree in a qualifying field may substitute for four (4) years of non-supervisory field investigative experience. o A Master's degree in a qualifying field may substitute for six (6) years of non-supervisory field investigative experience. o A Juris Doctorate degree may substitute for seven (7) years of non-supervisory field investigative experience. Examples of qualifying degrees include:
Criminal Justice, Forensic Sciences, Law Enforcement, Legal Services, Crime Scene Investigation, Paralegal and Legal Assistant. Regardless of any substitution, all candidates must have at least three (3) years of supervisory field investigative experience or law enforcement investigative experience. Types of Investigative Experience that could be considered Qualifying:
Experience in such positions as:
Police Detective; Insurance Investigator; Licensed and Registered Private Investigator; Federal Investigator; State Investigator; Municipal Investigator; Child Protective Services Investigator; Investigative position involving trial preparations and detailed reports; or Investigations within a branch of the Armed Services. The successful candidate will demonstrate:
o An in-depth understanding of operating system concepts, including registry files, log files, internet history, email, etc. o Experience and proficiency with forensic software such as Cellebrite, Magnet Axiom, EnCase, FTK, AccessData Forensic Tool Kit, Vound Intella, and open-source forensic tools. o Two or more years of experience leading digital forensic investigations and overseeing the day-to-day workload of team members. o Excellent communications skills and the ability to collaborate in a team-based environment. o A familiarity with litigation hold and eDiscovery procedures. o A familiarity with digital forensic evidence, and best practices that surround evidence including seizing, securing, acquiring, and analyzing. o A familiarity with components of digital forensic evidence including but not limited to computers, cellphones, tablets, android and iOS devices. o A working knowledge of computer software, databases, email analysis, registry files, and operating systems. o Certification in one of the following:
AccessData Certified Examiner (ACE), EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE), Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner Certification (CCME), National White Collar Crime Center, Certified Cyber Crime Examiner (3CE) or similar certification as it relates to digital forensic and or eDiscovery. This certification must be continually maintained as a condition of employment.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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