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Background Investigator

New York, NY, usFull-time2026-10-20 → 2026-11-12

Core

Conduct comprehensive background investigations of individuals seeking City appointments to positions of public trust, including executive management and roles with financial authority.

Role type

Entry-level background investigator

Builds

Investigative reports supporting hiring and promotion decisions for City agencies

Domain

Municipal government / law enforcement / public sector

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

investigative analysis, information authentication, report writing, critical thinking, discrepancy resolution, caseload management

Responsibilities

Conduct sensitive investigations of individuals under consideration for City appointments; Analyze and evaluate information from diverse sources including financial records, criminal history, and employment records; Prepare clear, unbiased investigative reports; Manage and complete a large caseload with time-sensitive goals