Columbus - 20069842 - Criminal Investigator 1

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Criminal Investigator 1 works under general supervision, independently and/or as part of specialized teams, to assist the Special Agent in Charge, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Special Agents, and Fraud Analysts. The role analyzes computerized data, including BWC operational data and external sources, to detect potential fraudulent or criminal activity and conducts low-level criminal and/or administrative investigations. It researches and reviews allegations, prepares initial case data, searches criminal and civil records, develops investigative leads through covert and overt telephone solicitation, and assists with policy, premium, and claim-file research and coordination of information for subject and witness interviews.

This is a field position and does not require daily reporting to a physical office, though office attendance may be required based on operational needs. The position may require travel. The employee must be able to provide their own transportation and/or legally operate a state-owned vehicle.

Requirements

• At least 12 months of training or experience conducting investigations of complaints or possible violations of laws, rules, or agency/company policies and procedures; or completion of associate-degree program core coursework in law enforcement; or an equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of criminology, criminal justice, or law enforcement; applicable BWC, state, and federal statutes, rules, regulations, and procedures for investigations, evidence gathering, and search and seizure; public relations; interviewing; case preparation; and LEADS operator rules and regulations.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and word-processing, database, spreadsheet, and fraud-detection analytical software.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; gather, collate, and classify information; prepare concise and accurate reports; and conduct interviews effectively.
• Ability to assess immediate situations and make split-second decisions; handle sensitive contacts with officials and the public; safely handle irate or dangerous citizens; recognize threatening conditions and respond appropriately; and determine actions during investigations involving multiple variables.
• Ability to accurately comprehend and record figures; perform basic arithmetic and calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; understand technical manuals and verbal instructions; use proper research methods; and work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to provide personal transportation and/or legally operate a state-owned vehicle when travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze computerized BWC operational data and external data sources to identify potential fraudulent or criminal activity.
• Conduct low-level criminal and/or administrative investigations.
• Research, review, and prepare initial case data and research allegations.
• Research criminal and civil records at federal, state, county, and city courthouses.
• Develop investigative leads through covert and overt telephone solicitation.
• Research policy and premium data and claim-file data.
• Coordinate information to assist with subject and witness interviews.
• Assist the Special Agent in Charge, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Special Agents, and Fraud Analysts.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal leave, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree