CareerPlan

Cold Case Investigator

New York City, NY, usFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-11-12
Citizens only

Core

Review and catalog cold homicide and sexual assault cases to identify suitable cases for further investigation within grant guidelines.

Role type

Senior IC cold case investigator

Builds

Long-term investigations into cold cases

Domain

Law enforcement / Criminal justice

Required skills

Case management, investigative research, database utilization, liaison with law enforcement and financial institutions, report preparation, witness protection, firearm qualification, physical fitness, psychological resilience

Preferred skills

Prior experience in NYC criminal justice system, prior police officer experience, experience in homicide/robbery/grand larceny/financial crimes/fraud/identity theft, knowledge of electronic/technical equipment (audio, plate readers, LoJack, surveillance)

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough and professional investigations in a discreet manner, mentor and assist junior investigators, provide on-going status updates to leadership, testify before grand or petit juries, conduct complex and highly confidential investigations, prepare reports and maintain records, participate in protective details and witness transport, assist NYPD Cold Case Detectives, monitor progress and review reports, participate in extraditions and related travel