SENIOR INVESTIGATOR

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

6d • $48,465 - $53,851 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Economic Security (DES) is seeking experienced and highly motivated individuals to join their team as Senior Investigators. These are temporary positions within the Office of Inspector General (OIG). The role involves investigating allegations of fraud and abuse related to DES programs and services, as well as misconduct by clients, employees, contractors, vendors, and providers. The OIG also conducts administrative and criminal investigations into benefits fraud, collaborating with federal, state, and local law enforcement. In-state travel within Arizona is required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of intelligence gathering and crime analysis processes
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of statistical research, analysis, and probability modeling
• Knowledge of principles of data collection, collation, analysis and dissemination
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and trends in the area of assignment
• Knowledge of Local, State and Federal programs and resources in area of assignment
• Knowledge of Arizona statutes and Administrative Code
• Knowledge of software used for data analysis and investigations
• Knowledge of relational databases, Geographical Information Software (GIS) tools, and mapping techniques
• Knowledge of evidence handling procedures
• Skills in performing statistical research and analysis
• Skills in reviewing and analyzing data and information from multiple sources to extract facts
• Skills in crime analysis or investigations
• Skills in reviewing and evaluating activities and developing effective methods for improvement
• Skills in establishing effective working relationships, both internal and external to the Department
• Skills in preparing clear, concise, and accurate oral and written reports
• Skills in generating reports, maps, charts, graphs, and other visual aids
• Skills in using link analysis software, or other data analysis and investigation software
• Skills in research and presentations
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing
• Ability to conduct fact finding research
• Ability to utilize problem solving techniques
• Ability to organize data into logical formats for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials
• Ability to organize and maintain case/project files
• Ability to prioritize tasks or projects to meet deadlines
• Ability to perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to integrate and interpret complex information
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License
• Ability to travel within the State of Arizona
• Must obtain ACJIS Terminal Operator Certification within 30 days of hire and maintain certification throughout the course of this assignment with the unit.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1758.07 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice studies or a related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Protective Services or investigations experience

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and researching records, policy, procedures, investigative on-line resources, public information sources, and networking with other investigative agencies to obtain information and evidence relating to allegations of fraud.
• Conducting field investigations, interviewing suspects and witnesses, composing, preparing and serving subpoenas, conducting surveillance and gathering evidence to prove or disprove the claim of fraud.
• Analyzing, organizing and maintaining investigation records to ensure the proper chain of evidence procedures are followed.
• Producing high quality reports; presenting complex technical matters clearly and concisely and presenting all the facts and evidence of the case, both inculpatory and exculpatory.
• Attending and testifying at administrative hearings regarding intentional program violations and overpayments.
• Composing prosecution reports, analyzing and organizing evidence, preparing cases to refer to the Attorney General's office or county prosecution authorities.
• Attending Grand Jury Hearings and other criminal proceedings to testify and present the facts of the case.
• Attending unit, division and one on one meetings with supervisor, attending trainings and assisting other investigators as needed.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree