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The Investigator conducts independent investigations into police misconduct, including officer-involved shootings, deaths in custody, use-of-force incidents, and other complaints about unprofessional behavior. They interview witnesses, police officers, and impacted parties, collect and analyze evidence, and maintain confidentiality.

The Investigator prepares clear reports and works closely with the CPRB, Program Director, and Senior Investigator. All investigations are conducted thoroughly, fairly, and without bias.

Key responsibilities include:

• Interviewing complainants, witnesses, impacted parties, and police officers.

• Collecting, preserving, and analyzing evidence.

• Conducting canvasses to find additional evidence or witnesses.

• Keeping all case information confidential.

• Preparing and presenting clear, thorough reports to the Senior Investigator, Program Director, and CPRB.

The Senior Investigator leads and supervises investigations into serious police incidents, such as officer-involved shootings, deaths in custody, and complaints of misconduct or unprofessional behavior. This role oversees investigative staff, gathers and analyzes evidence, interviews witnesses and police officers, and maintains confidentiality throughout the process.

The Senior Investigator also serves as the CPRB’s second-in-command, stepping in to lead the agency when the Program Director is unavailable. All work must be thorough, fair, and unbiased.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising investigative staff and guiding their work.

• Conducting investigations, including interviewing complainants, witnesses, impacted parties, and Albany Police Department employees.

• Collecting, preserving, and analyzing evidence.

• Conducting canvasses to find additional evidence or witnesses.

• Maintaining confidentiality for all case files and materials.

• Serving as the second-in-command for the CPRB and leading the agency when the Program Director (or designee) is unavailable.

Under the general direction of the Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Recreation, this is a technical and administrative staff position which entails the overall responsibility for review and development of all new maintenance and preventative programs including maintenance, repair, and field service work at all athletic fields, athletic courts, playgrounds, and spray pads, as well as oversee the maintenance program of the Department’s vehicle fleet and small engine equipment. The incumbent in this position is expected to provide technical expertise in regards to maintenance operations as well as to handle the development of contract specifications, bidding and related building/field maintenance. The work is performed under general supervision, with leeway allowed for the use of independent judgment in accordance with established policies and procedures. Supervision is exercised over all Field Operations staff and Laborers.

This position within the Albany Police Department will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide specialized assistance to individuals in crisis. Caseworkers play a crucial role in supporting and stabilizing community members, ensuring that they receive appropriate care and resources. This position works with police officers and community partners to provide case management services to support victims and families dealing with violence, homicides, mental health, family issues, domestic violence, homelessness, and other related crises.  

The incumbent in this class performs a variety of supervisory, administrative and technical tasks directing and performing activities for construction, maintenance, operation, repair and/or replacement of the City’s infrastructure.  The work is performed under the general direction and reports to the Commissioner.  Supervision over daily operations and personnel.