SIU Investigator - Part Time

Allied Universal • Saint Paul, MN

27d • $27 - $36

About The Position

Allied Universal® Compliance and Investigation Services is hiring a Special Investigations Unit (SIU) Investigator to investigate insurance claims with red flags suggesting possible fraud. The investigator uses knowledge of insurance policies and fraud to assess whether claims warrant reporting to the appropriate state agency for prosecution. The role offers field work and requires a valid driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience.

The investigator independently investigates suspected fraud across workers’ compensation, general liability, property and casualty, and disability coverage. They gather information through data collection, interviews, research, and collaboration with clients, case managers, other SIU entities, law enforcement, and state Departments of Insurance. The position also entails maintaining detailed investigation documentation, preparing professional reports and correspondence, verifying database results, and developing strategic plans to meet assignment objectives while communicating with clients and the SIU Supervisor.

Requirements

• Must possess 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 investigations.
• Must be able to obtain a Private Investigator license as required by the state where work is completed.
• Must successfully complete the Allied Universal Investigations training/orientation course after receiving 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 within the employee’s home state and designated regional area.
• Proficient use of 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.
• 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.
• One or more of the following 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), 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 through data collection, interviews, research, and collaboration with clients, case managers, 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 reports, memos, and letters that are clear, concise, and grammatically correct.
• Run appropriate database indices when necessary and verify the accuracy of results.
• Independently develop a strategic plan to achieve assignment objectives, maintain thorough documentation, and communicate effectively 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 accrual at an initial rate of 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time