NYC - Legislative Investigator

NEW YORK CITY COUNCIL INVESTIGATION DIVISION

Agency and Office Description
As the legislative branch of New York City government, the New York City Council oversees the functions of the City's executive branch. To aid in that mission, the Council's Investigation Division designs and carries out investigations that explore the full range of urban policy and service delivery issues. Specialists from the Investigation Division work to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of governmental operations; evaluate programs and performance; detect and prevent poor administration, waste, abuse, arbitrary and capricious behavior, or illegal conduct; inform the general public; and ensure that executive policies reflect the public interest. Results of our performance evaluations and investigations are often presented in published reports and/or at public Committee hearings.

Job Description
Legislative Investigators carry out all phases of the Council's investigations, from design to implementation. They use various investigative techniques, including: Internet research, personal interviews, on-site field observations, surveys (telephone/written), file reviews and data analysis. Legislative Investigators conduct legislative and policy research, interact with City agency staffs, constituents and advocates, draft investigative reports, prepare presentation materials and conduct post-investigation follow-up. Their work often serves as the basis for committee hearings and/or reports, and can result in legislation or other remedial action to correct the problems uncovered during an investigation. Legislative Investigators work under the direct supervision of the Director of the Investigation Division. This position offers a broad inside view of government, and an opportunity to participate in effecting legislative and programmatic changes.

Special Skills & Qualifications
The position demands individuals who are capable of creative and analytical thinking; possess strong oral and written communication skills; display initiative, determination, and assertiveness; can work effectively on group projects as well as independently; are capable of interacting with a broad range of individuals, from recipients of government programs to City agency personnel responsible for the management of programs. Interest in government/public policy is a must. Knowledge of the Internet, computer word processing and spreadsheet software is required. Knowledge of basic statistics and Spanish language skills preferred.

Salary: Commensurate with experience
To Apply: Please email cover letter, resume and a writing sample of no more than five pages to: Triada Stampas
Director, New York City Council Investigation Division
triada.stampas@council.nyc.ny.us
(Word files or PDFs only, please)