Job Description

Job ID:

12256

Business Unit:

MTA Headquarters

Location:

New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Department:

Labor Relations NYCTA

Date Posted:

Nov 9, 2025

Description

POSTING NO.

12256

JOB TITLE:

Special Inspector (Assistant Chief)

DEPT/DIV:

Labor Relations

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

FULL/PART-TIME

Full-Time

SALARY RANGE:

$108,034.00

DEADLINE:

Until filled

The Special Inspector (Assistant Chief) role is only available to current Special Inspectors as a promotional opportunity.

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation's largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the Director of LCC in executing Home Investigation, Doctor Verification, and other Employee Availability functions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: managing the fleet of vehicles assigned to the SI team, including maintenance, inspections, mileage, fuel cards, parking locations, etc.; assigning/overseeing Doctor Verifications and entering new providers in the Doctor Table; email AWOL/Not Found and Fraud DANs to the appropriate field teams to be served; monitor sick logs for individuals with extended periods of absence; conduct field investigations including home inspections, doctor verifications, audits, or suspected doctor office or department fraud; other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Must possess a valid Driver's License with no restrictions Experience in supervising and/or managing field operations and/or personnel Ability to identify and report on trends, hot spots, and areas requiring greater attention Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills Ability to meet deadlines and exercise good judgment PC skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Suite Ability to work in a high-stress and high-volume environment Knowledge of Home Investigation and Doctor Verification procedures

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five (5) years of full-time experience as an investigator, of which one (1) year must have been as an investigator in the field, or A satisfactory equivalent of education and/or experience.

Other Information

May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)
Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.
According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.