Job Overview
The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is hiring Inspectors to carry out field enforcement across New York City.
Inspectors conduct field enforcement, undercover inspections, and take part in multi-agency enforcement actions.
They enforce weights-and-measures laws by testing, sealing, condemning, or confiscating weighing and measuring devices, including petroleum products.
The role includes investigating trade practices to detect and eliminate consumer deception across all trades and occupations licensed by the agency.
Inspectors document complaints investigated and violations found using tablets, computers, and written records.
They prepare summonses, testify at hearings, and use agency computer systems for evidence and assignments.
The work is physically active, involving lifting weights, walking, climbing stairs, and traveling by mass transit.
Candidates need a high school diploma with four years of relevant investigative experience, a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination.
A valid New York State driver's license is required, with comfort driving any city vehicle throughout the five boroughs.
Hiring is on a provisional basis or through the 55-a program for qualified candidates with disabilities.
Original company posting: https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/job/inspector-688177-in-nyc-all-boros-jid-27762