Fraud Investigator 1/2

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a team dedicated to protecting public resources by investigating complex fraud, employee misconduct, and criminal activity. In this role, you'll collaborate with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, conduct interviews and surveillance, analyze investigative data, prepare detailed case reports, and testify in legal proceedings. If you have strong analytical skills, enjoy solving complex cases, and are committed to integrity and public service, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference. An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies: Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies. Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning. Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well supported conclusions. Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions. Acting Decisively: The ability to make timely, confident decisions using sound reason. Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results Solving Problems: The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges. Using Data: The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions.

Requirements

• Four years of experience in social services; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus one year of experience in social services; OR A bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in social services; OR A bachelor’s degree in social work or a master's degree in a social services field or education.
• Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field.
• The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Responsibilities

• Conducts investigations into suspected recipient fraud, employee misconduct, and other criminal or administrative violations involving agency programs and services.
• Collects, analyzes, and documents evidence through interviews, surveillance, records research, and the use of investigative databases and computer systems.
• Collaborates with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and oversight organizations to support investigations and case resolution.
• Prepares comprehensive investigative reports, financial loss reports, affidavits, and other case documentation for administrative, civil, and criminal proceedings.
• Interviews suspects, witnesses, and other involved parties to obtain facts, statements, and evidence relevant to investigations.
• Serves as the agency representative in administrative hearings, Civil Service appeals, and court proceedings by presenting evidence and providing testimony.
• Maintains accurate investigative records within the agency's Case Management Information System (CMIS) and processes required recovery, repayment, and program disqualification documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level