Senior Forensic Auditor

Security Hoboken, New Jersey

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Description

Position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ

About the Role

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) works to keep the agency corruption-free. To accomplish this, the OIG detects, receives, and investigates allegations of fraud, corruption, waste, and abuse with respect to employees, or other individuals or organizations doing business with the Port Authority, who attempt to corrupt or unlawfully interfere with Port Authority operations. The Inspector General is looking for highly skilled individuals to join his team in support of the mission – to enhance and defend the integrity of the Port Authority’s programs and operations.  

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Assistant Director of the Police Integrity Division (PID), the Senior Forensic Auditor will support highly confidential and sensitive investigations relating to Port Authority Police personnel. The selected candidate will provide a variety of staff support and duties requiring general knowledge of functions supporting the Police Investigations Division (PID) including the Police Integrity Unit (PIU), Absence Control Unit (ACU) and the Civilian Complaint Investigations Unit (CCIU).

 

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following functions:

 

  • Support PID investigators to detect waste, fraud and abuse by members of the Port Authority Police Department.
  • Serve as intake officer for incoming complaint calls to PID including but not limited to the Civilian Complaint Hotline
  • Perform analyses on incidents reported to identify anomalies, deficiencies and/or improper conduct
  • Research, collect, and analyze complex information from various sources for presentation to OIG Executive Team
  • Participate in the development and implementation of operational and administrative programs in support of PID
  • Document Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) determinations, prepare related correspondence, and compile and upload case files for review
  • Prepare statistical reports, presentations, briefings, training, charts, graphs, and trends as requested
  • Support HR and Public Safety by performing background checks on officers for training, promotion, transfers, and discipline
  • Serve as point of contact for law enforcement or prosecutorial requests
  • Perform special assignments as needed

 

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
  • Individual should possess at least 5 years of experience in conducting a variety of investigations, which includes, but is not limited to the ability to examine and analyze books and records; interviewing witnesses; document investigative findings; prepare investigative memoranda and reports of investigation;
  • Individuals should be experienced in preparing comprehensive data interpretation, analysis and reporting findings and recommendations
  • Experience evaluating data for efficiency and effectiveness
  • Demonstrated ethics and sound judgment, with an ability to exercise discretion on confidential and sensitive matters
  • Strong computer skills, including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
  • Strong organizational skills and proven ability to manage time efficiently, meet deadlines and multi-task in a high paced environment

 

Desired Qualifications

Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

  • Investigative, legal, and/or academic research experience
  • Working knowledge of IAPro (Internal Affairs Professional) software is desirable
  • Strong interpersonal skills and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to write succinct memos and organized reports
  • Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, and take direction

 

Selection Process

The application process varies by position but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s).  Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

 

 

Compensation, Benefits & On-Site Collaboration Requirements:​

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.​ Click here for more information about benefits, our culture, and career development opportunities.​

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The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey anticipates that the actual salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on aspects such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal factors. The expected compensation range for this role is:​

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Minimum: $79,794   Midpoint: $103,721   Maximum: $127,660​

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In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts business, and regular in-office days or team collaboration days may be required on business needs.

 

How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply to this job by clicking on the "Apply Now" button and submitting a resume. The Port Authority of NY & NJ welcomes veteran and military spouse applications. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. About The Port Authority: Founded in 1921, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey builds, operates, and maintains many of the most important transportation and trade infrastructure assets in the country. The agency's network of aviation, ground, rail, and seaport facilities is among the busiest in the country, supports more than 550,000 regional jobs, and generates more than twenty three billion in annual wages and eighty billion in annual economic activity. The Port Authority also owns and manages the 16-acre World Trade Center site, where the 1,776-foot-tall One World Trade Center is now the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere. Equal Opportunity Employer The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey/Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the Port Authority’s policy, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws, to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment and who request the Port Authority do so, unless providing the requested accommodation would result in an undue hardship to the Port Authority. Job applicants may request a reasonable accommodation (1) if they claim a disability is affecting the interview process, or (2) to ensure that if they are selected for a position, they can perform the essential job functions. To submit a request, please contact the recruiter or email the Human Resources Department’s Disability Accommodation Coordinator at [email protected]. The Port Authority will treat any request for Reasonable Accommodation by a job applicant confidentially.

Disclaimer

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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