JOB DESCRIPTION:
Initiates collection activity according to Public Assistance Manual.
Investigates claims of fraud in all Public Assistance programs (Food Stamps, OWF/TANF, Medicaid, PRC, Daycare, etc.). If intent is proven, prepares cases for criminal prosecution. Establishes chain of evidence, submits written report to County Prosecutor's office for charges to be filed. Testifies as needed at court proceedings.
Prepares monthly reports for public assistance programs. Prepares subpoenas, complaints and allegations to be investigated. Maintains records of all activities in recovering fraud and non-fraud overpayments/over-issuance. Updates overpayment balance to reconcile with collections.
Assists the Agency with handling Adult Protective Services (APS) casework and responsibilities.
Other duties as assigned (e.g. answers inquiries and complaints received on fraud hotline, assists other investigators with their duties, special assignments, etc.). Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.
Salary and Benefits: $18.75 - $20.50 per hour depending on education and completion of probation
Monday - Friday (37.5 hours per week) 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
12 paid holidays
Vacation time
State retirement system
Work/Life Balance
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Work 7.5 hours a day PLUS PAID LUNCH
QUALIFICATIONS:
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook.
One year of experience as an Investigator 1, or in a similar position.
Or completion of a two-year technical program in psychology, social work, criminology, law enforcement or a related field. Also requires one year of experience in a position in client services involving the determination of client eligibility for public assistance programs and/or conducting investigations of public assistance fraud or benefit recovery.
Or three years of experience in a position in client services involving the determination of client eligibility for public assistance programs and/or in conducting investigations of public assistance fraud or benefit recovery. One course or six months experience in interviewing techniques, one course or six months experience in criminal investigations, one course or six months experience in case preparation techniques, one course or six months experience in criminal court process and procedures, one course or six months experience in techniques of writing. Also requires one year of experience in a position in client services involving the determination of client eligibility for public assistance programs and/or in conducting investigations of public assistance fraud or benefit recovery.
Or education, training and/or experience in an amount equal to the Minimum Qualifications stated above.
Completion of a baccalaureate degree in related field preferred.
Knowledge of: basic and intermediate mathematical principles; computer operations; Federal, State, and local laws, rules/regulations governing public assistance programs; investigation and legal procedures; procedures for determining public assistance program eligibility, implementation and social welfare issues.
Ability to: Answer routine questions/inquiries; collect data; complete forms and overpayment reports; enter data into keyboard (i.e., type); establish and/or monitor enforcement cases; explain legal and technical issues to others; explain procedures or situations to others; extract information from various sources; gather, collate and summarize data; generate and maintain accurate computerized and hard-copy records/reports; handle contacts with outside agencies; investigate Benefit Recovery Alerts and Early Detection/Prevention warnings; listen for problems or issues and provide responses or explanations; perform intermediate mathematical operations; prepare and maintain accurate records and correspondence; proofread materials; read, copy, and record figures; search computer database for leads in investigation; statistically analyze data; understand manuals and verbal instructions; use computers and write reports.
APPLICATION DETAILS:
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