SIU Investigator - Tampa Bay Area

Allied Universal • Tampa, FL

1d • Remote

About The Position

Allied Universal® Compliance and Investigation Services is a global leader providing dynamic opportunities for claim investigators, SIU investigators, and surveillance investigators. We are committed to innovation and excellence in the insurance industry. We are hiring a Special Investigations Unit (SIU) Investigator to investigate claims with red flags suggesting fraudulent behavior in relation to an insurance claim. The SIU Specialist must use their extensive knowledge of insurance policies and the components of fraud to determine if claims warrant reporting to the appropriate state agency for prosecution. A valid driver's license with at least one year of driving experience is required. Florida applicants must either hold a C Private Investigators' license or independently complete the 40-hour course necessary to successfully apply for a CC Private Investigator’s license (apprenticeship) before applying.

Requirements

• Must possess one or more of the following: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice OR High School diploma or higher with a minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated professional law enforcement experience with specific attention to investigations related to fraud
• Ability to be properly licensed as a Private Investigator as required by the state where work is completed
• Post offer, must be able to successfully complete the Allied Universal Investigations training/orientation course
• Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated experience conducting complex insurance investigations or adjusting complex insurance claims
• Proficient understanding and application of anti-fraud laws, insurance regulations, and compliance standards within their home state and designated regional area.
• Proficient in utilizing laptop computers and cell phones.
• Special Investigative Unit (SIU) Compliance knowledge
• Ability to type 40+ words per minute with minimum error
• Flexibility to work varied and irregular hours and days including weekends and holidays
• Must possess a valid driver's license with at least one year of driving experience

Nice To Haves

• Military experience
• Law enforcement
• Insurance administration experience
• Familiarity with California SIU regulations
• One or more of the following professional industry certifications: Certified Fraud Investigator (CFE), Certified Insurance Fraud Investigator (CIFI), Fraud Claim Law Associate (FCLA), Fraud Claim Law Specialist (FCLS), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Associate in Claims (AIC), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU)

Responsibilities

• Independently investigate suspected fraudulent insurance claims for a variety of coverage to include workers’ compensation, general liability, property and casualty and disability
• Acquire and gather information through use of own discretion, and guidance from clients and case managers, by means of data collection, interviews, research and collaboration with other SIU entities, law enforcement and state Departments of Insurance
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for investigations, file reviews, audits, training tasks, consulting projects, and other assignments as directed
• Produce professional and expert reports, memos, and letters that are clear, concise, and grammatically correct
• Run appropriate database indices if necessary and verify the accuracy of results found
• Independently develop a strategic plan to achieve assignment objectives, ensuring thorough documentation and effective communication with clients and their Special Investigation Unit Supervisor

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance
• Seven paid holidays annually
• Sick days available where required by law
• Vacation time offered at an initial accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

What This Job Offers

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