Fraud Investigator

Oregon State Credit Union • Corvallis, OR

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

At Oregon State Credit Union, we are a values-based organization committed to our vision of creating financial solutions that make lives better. As we continue to grow and evolve to meet our members’ needs, we’re seeking a Fraud Investigator to join our expanding Risk Management team to help shape a future-focused approach to fraud prevention and strengthen the Credit Union’s efforts to safeguard our members from financial crime.
As a Fraud Investigator, you’ll play a critical role in identifying, investigating, and mitigating fraudulent activity across the organization. Using advanced tools, reporting and investigative techniques, you will conduct end-to-end investigations across multiple fraud types including loan, plastic card, check, electronic payment, and new account fraud to uncover patterns and anomalies. You will collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners and support the development of proactive fraud detection and prevention strategies. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing team where your expertise will directly influence processes, controls, and the Credit Union’s overall fraud operations. The ideal candidate brings strong investigative skills, an analytical mindset, and sound judgement, along with a desire to contribute to a safer financial environment and uphold member trust and institutional integrity.

Requirements

• Analytical & Investigative Skills: Demonstrated expertise in analyzing complex financial data, documents and transaction activity to identify indicators of fraud. Strong proficiency with data analysis tools, case management systems and investigative software; experience with Verafin software is preferred. Ability to gather information and draw accurate and well-informed conclusions respective to each fraud type.
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking: Proven ability to apply sound independent judgment based on policies and procedures, regulations, and established guidelines. Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and assess risk, monitor emerging fraud trends, and make recommendations to inform proactive fraud-mitigation strategies.
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Demonstrates strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while meeting deadlines and adapting to changing business needs. Maintains a high level of accuracy and thoroughness throughout the investigation process when documenting case findings and preparing reports.
• Cross-functional Collaboration & Communication: Showcases strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. Effectively collaborates with internal departments and external stakeholders such as other financial institutions and law enforcement to enhance fraud prevention measures and mitigate risk.
• Three to five years of experience within a financial institution supporting or conducting investigations, proactive fraud detection, risk management, testing and monitoring, and management reporting.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification required, or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

Nice To Haves

• experience with Verafin software is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field preferred

Benefits

• A collaborative and positive workplace culture
• Initial and on-going support, training, mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Competitive wages, bonuses, paid holidays and paid time off
• 100% credit-union-paid employee coverage for medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; dependent coverage also available
• 401k Plan with an amazingly generous credit union match!
• Tax-saving Flexible Spending and Health Savings Plans
• Premier membership perks, loan discounts, company clothing, wellness and recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED