SIU Investigator

Allied Universal • Yonkers, NY

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About The Position

Allied Universal® is hiring a Special Investigations Unit (SIU) Investigator to investigate insurance claims with red flags suggesting fraudulent behavior. The investigator uses knowledge of insurance policies and fraud indicators to assess whether claims warrant reporting to the appropriate state agency for prosecution. The role covers workers’ compensation, general liability, property and casualty, and disability claims. Candidates must reside in the state specified in the posting and hold a valid driver’s license with at least one year of driving experience. The stated pay rate is $32–$38 per hour.

The investigator gathers information through data collection, interviews, research, and collaboration with clients, case managers, other SIU entities, law enforcement, and state Departments of Insurance. The role includes creating detailed investigation records, preparing clear and professional reports and correspondence, verifying database research, and independently developing investigation plans. The position requires flexibility to work varied and irregular hours, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, or a high school diploma or higher plus at least five years of demonstrated professional law enforcement experience, with specific attention to fraud-related investigations.
• Must be able to obtain the Private Investigator license required by the state where the work is performed.
• Must successfully complete the Allied Universal Investigations training/orientation course after an offer.
• At least five 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 in the candidate’s home state and designated regional area.
• Proficiency using laptop computers and cell phones.
• Knowledge of Special Investigative Unit (SIU) compliance.
• Ability to type at least 40 words per minute with minimal errors.
• Flexibility to work varied and irregular hours and days, including weekends and holidays.
• Must reside in the state specified in the job posting.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience.

Nice To Haves

• Military experience.
• Law enforcement experience.
• Insurance administration experience.
• Familiarity with California SIU regulations.
• Professional certification such as 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), or Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU).

Responsibilities

• Independently investigate suspected fraudulent insurance claims across workers’ compensation, general liability, property and casualty, and disability coverage.
• Gather information using discretion and guidance from clients and case managers through 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 assigned work.
• Produce professional reports, memos, and letters that are clear, concise, and grammatically correct.
• Run appropriate database indices when necessary and verify the accuracy of the results.
• Independently develop a strategic plan to achieve assignment objectives, with thorough documentation and effective communication with clients and the Special Investigation Unit Supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Disability insurance.
• Seven paid holidays annually.
• Sick days where required by law.
• Vacation accrues initially at 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

What This Job Offers

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