Investigator

Office of the Indiana Attorney General•Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Investigator collects data and evidence from available sources for administrative, judicial, and criminal investigations. The role handles public complaints and inquiries and manages a high-volume caseload, which may include criminal investigations. Investigative work includes obtaining and evaluating records, locating and interviewing witnesses and suspects, conducting surveillance, preparing reports and statements, assisting prosecutors with court preparation, and testifying in proceedings. The position requires frequent travel, typically totaling more than 1,000 miles per month, to locations throughout Indiana and sometimes outside the state. Travel may occur at any time of day, in all types of weather, and beyond normal duty hours, including to conduct surveillance, serve search warrants, and seize evidence.

Requirements

A four-year degree from an accredited college or university in a criminal justice-related field, or requisite experience.
A valid driver’s license.
Ability to drive an automobile to locations inside and outside Indiana for work and training.
Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and demonstrate case management skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work ethically and professionally.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, oral communication, written communication, teamwork, organization, and dependability skills.
Willingness to commit to long hours when necessary to reach goals.

Nice To Haves

Medical background.
Computer skills.

Responsibilities

Collect data and evidence from all available sources.
Obtain medical records, patient files, business records, and other evidence for administrative or judicial proceedings.
Research and evaluate documentation.
Locate, conduct surveillance of, and interview witnesses, suspects, and possible expert witnesses throughout Indiana.
Take photographs and obtain statements, video recordings, and audio recordings.
Prepare written and recorded statements and evaluate testimony for credibility.
Prepare comprehensive investigation reports for a Deputy Attorney General or state or federal prosecutor, including reports for criminal referrals.
Assist a Deputy Attorney General or state or federal prosecutor in preparing cases for court.
Locate and serve subpoenas on witnesses and suspects.
Testify in criminal and administrative proceedings.
Complete any necessary component of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
Participate in investigator training and perform other work as required.
Travel to conduct investigations at Medicaid providers’ business and home locations and at Medicaid recipients’ home locations.
Travel to state offices, jails, police and sheriff’s departments, courthouses, businesses contracting with healthcare providers, and other locations to obtain evidence.
Conduct surveillance from a vehicle for extended periods in all types of weather and at any time of day or night.
Travel to and assist with serving search warrants and seizing evidence, including outside normal duty hours, and transport required supplies and tools such as storage boxes and document scanners.
Travel directly from home to investigation-related locations or offices as needed to complete investigations efficiently.