Auditor 3

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

1d • $74,800 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office Criminal Division, Special Investigations Section, Consumer Protection & Advocacy Unit is seeking an Auditor 3 to conduct investigations into violations of Arizona criminal and civil statutes. The role provides investigative and litigation support for civil investigations, primarily involving Consumer Fraud Act violations under A.R.S. §44-1522, complex fraud, antitrust, procurement violations, unfair or deceptive practices, predatory lending, and other consumer-fraud-related crimes. The position may allow remote work two days per week, depending on business needs and continued achievement of performance measures.

The employee conducts financial investigations, analyzes financial and other records, collects and evaluates evidence, prepares investigative reports, and supports interviews and prosecutions. The role includes regular coordination with agents and prosecutors, possible courtroom or Grand Jury testimony, and support for other Attorney General’s Office activities. Travel is required.

Requirements

• At least five years of investigative experience is listed as a preference; the ideal candidate has five or more years of law-enforcement-related investigative experience involving complex matters, especially fraud, public corruption, or similar crimes.
• Knowledge of Arizona criminal and civil statutes, the Arizona criminal justice system, rules of evidence, and general investigative tactics, procedures, and techniques.
• Knowledge of Consumer Fraud Act violations under A.R.S. §44-1522, complex fraud, antitrust and procurement violations, unfair or deceptive practices, predatory lending, and real estate and mortgage records.
• Knowledge of auditing and accounting documents used in civil and criminal investigations.
• Knowledge of investigative interviewing, report writing, evidence rules, investigative methods, and testifying in administrative and court proceedings.
• Knowledge of preparing investigative reports, spreadsheets, and other documents needed for prosecution; computer programs and terminology; and agency policies and procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex state laws, analyze large volumes of information, conduct complex data analysis, and use investigative resources to identify relationships between entities.
• Ability to communicate findings effectively in detailed reports and verbally; conduct interviews; and accurately prepare case reports and working documents.
• Ability to find, collect, preserve, examine, and evaluate information and compiled data relevant to alleged violations.
• Ability to maintain strict compliance with chain-of-custody and evidence-control procedures.
• Ability to coordinate with governmental and nongovernmental law-enforcement agencies while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively with special agents, attorneys, forensic accountants, computer-forensics experts, administrative staff, and other investigators.
• Ability to manage time, resources, and a challenging workload; handle high volumes of work and stressful situations; and demonstrate initiative and self-motivation.
• Proficiency with law-enforcement databases and computer skills using Excel, Word, case-management systems, and other software.
• A valid Arizona driver’s license and consent to periodic driving-record checks are required.
• Applicants under serious consideration must be fingerprinted, complete state and federal criminal background checks, and pass a polygraph test.
• Newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) experience or the ability to obtain CFE certification within 12 months of employment.
• Experience investigating voluminous records.
• Credentials or certifications in accounting fields or accounting software.
• Experience working effectively and respectfully with law-enforcement agencies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial investigations, including interviews, evidence analysis, investigative report writing, and consultation with prosecutors about investigations and case status.
• Analyze bank statements, ledgers, financial statements, court records, probate and estate records, and powers of attorney as needed.
• Collect, process, control, and analyze evidence in accordance with evidence-handling procedures.
• Prepare clear, concise, grammatically correct, detailed written reports documenting investigations.
• Assist with interviews of victims, witnesses, investigative leads, and suspects.
• Communicate regularly with agents and prosecutors and provide courtroom or Grand Jury testimony as needed.
• Support other Attorney General’s Office activities, including other investigations and search and seizure warrants.
• Follow agency policies and procedures and use safe work methods.
• Perform administrative tasks, including attending staff meetings, completing timecards and status reports, scanning and copying documents, organizing case files, and maintaining information in the ThoughtSpan database.
• Perform other duties related to the position as assigned.

Benefits

• Student loan assistance
• Sick leave
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program)
• Vacation
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan through the Arizona State Retirement System
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Optional short-term disability insurance
• Optional deferred compensation plans
• Optional supplemental life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed