Special Investigator IV - VAMPF

State of South Carolina • Richland County, SC

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you one of the best and brightest investigators in South Carolina? Do you want to be an integral part of a team that investigates and prosecutes complex white-collar crimes as well as crimes against our vulnerable adult population? We here at the SC Attorney General’s Office in the newly re-branded Vulnerable Adults and Medicaid Provider Fraud Unit (VAMPF) want to meet you. As a Class I Law Enforcement Officer in VAMPF, your mission will be to protect vulnerable adults by leading and assisting in investigations that contain allegations of exploitation, abuse, and neglect throughout the State. Additionally, you will investigate and prosecute drug diversion occurring in residential care facilities. You will also learn a new skill set by investigating cases related to Medicaid Provider Fraud. As a Special Investigator, you will be on the front lines of investigating healthcare providers who conspire and commit Medicaid fraud, oftentimes exceeding millions of dollars. VAMPF Special Investigators regularly partner with numerous local, state, and federal agencies to investigate crimes under joint jurisdiction. You will be part of a team that includes some of the most skilled and motivated investigators, prosecutors, analysts, and support staff in this state and across the country. You will receive training in many areas of white-collar crime, access some of the best investigative technology, and be assigned top-notch law enforcement equipment to accomplish your mission. Did we mention that VAMPF Special Investigators work a predominantly set schedule with very limited night or weekend duties and no on-call schedules? If you are up to the challenge of protecting our most vulnerable population and holding misbehaving healthcare providers accountable, apply today!

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree with five (5) years’ experience as a certified law enforcement officer with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a property, major crimes, or narcotics Investigator or Detective; or a high school diploma and eight (8) years’ experience as a certified law enforcement officer with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience conducting investigations.
• Requires Class I Certified Law Enforcement Officer in South Carolina and maintains firearms qualification per SCAG policy.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Position may require overnight travel.
• Position requires up-to-date certification(s).
• Must live within 50 miles of Columbia, SC

Nice To Haves

• Must be able to present clear, concise written and oral reports.
• Travel required outside of normal business hours.
• Extensive knowledge of the Criminal Justice system and excellent computer skills are preferred.
• Experience in conducting financial or fraud investigations is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity and experience in using Excel are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under limited supervision, investigates allegations of Medicaid provider fraud and vulnerable adult abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
• Works in cooperation with local, state, and federal entities, including SCDHHS, DHEC, HHS-OIG, FBI, DCIS, and US Attorney General.
• Review and analyze assigned investigations of Medicaid fraud, vulnerable abuse, neglect, or exploitation and prepare an investigative plan.
• Interview potential witnesses and procure necessary physical, documentary, or other evidence.
• Document the progress of the investigations.
• Maintain files and evidence for assigned investigations and any other matters related to the operation of the Vulnerable Adults and Medicaid Provider Fraud Unit.
• Coordinate the administrative details of witness interviews, whether in or out of town.
• Maintain a high level of organization to ensure that an acceptable level of investigations is completed.
• Manage data requests and assist other investigators when the need arises.
• Make recommendations to the Director or Chief Investigator regarding the appropriate disposition of assigned investigations.
• Support prosecutors in preparing petitions, search warrants, affidavits, arrest warrants, indictments, complaints, and legal pleadings or documents.
• Execute search warrants, arrest warrants, or any other legal document.
• Contribute to case movement by communicating with the prosecutor and team members as required.
• Testify as a witness in judicial and/or administrative proceedings such as criminal trials, civil trials, grand jury proceedings, licensing hearings, etc.
• Assist prosecutors in trial preparation by preparing discovery packages and assembling and collecting required documentary evidence.
• Coordinate the scheduling of witness interviews and trial appearances.
• Perform background research on jurors and defense witnesses.
• Compile periodic reports on the status of investigations and other projects assigned by the Director.
• Act as a liaison with other law enforcement agencies (FBI, HHS-OIG, etc.), licensing and professional boards, and prosecutors (state and federal).
• Provide training for law enforcement, ombudsman, and state agency personnel.
• Complete the necessary and required training yearly.
• Stay current with changes in law enforcement legislation.
• Maintain equipment in good working condition and abide by applicable policies.

Benefits

• Police Officers' Retirement System eligibility.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Paid parental leave.
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
• Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
• Thirteen paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

What This Job Offers

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