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Fraud Investigator I

Amherst, VA

$18/hr

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Senior Investigator

New York, NY · On-site

$68K - $118K/yr

Summary of Job Conduct complex, in-depth investigations of reported fraud involving the full range of healthcare products. Develop and maintain relationships with law enforcement (HHS-OIG, FBI, DOJ ...

EmblemHealth

Senior Investigator

New York, NY

Summary of Job Conduct complex, in-depth investigations of reported fraud involving the full range of healthcare products. Develop and maintain relationships with law enforcement (HHS-OIG, FBI, DOJ ...

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Fraud Investigator I

Virginia Department of Social Services

Amherst, VA • On-site

$18/hr

Part-time

Posted 5 days ago

Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

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819th of 842 rated public administrative organizations

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Amherst County Department of Social Services is hiring a Fraud Investigator. This is a part-time position for up to 20 hours per week. The hourly range for this position starts at $18.00/hour (Commensurate with Experience).
Fraud Investigator I represents the entry level and works under close supervision while being trained in investigating fraud for a variety of social services and government assistance programs. The Fraud Investigator II is the full performance level for employees that are responsible for investigating fraud, calculating overpayments, initiating Administrative or Court Action on all Intentional Program Violations, establishing overpayment and overseeing collections.
General Work Tasks:
  • Receives, evaluates and tracks allegations of suspected fraud;
  • Conducts an inquiry and investigation into the allegation in an effort to determine intent or no intent on the part of the client in all program areas;
  • Determines an Administrative Disqualification or refers to the Commonwealth's Attorney Office;
  • Calculates overpayments when the overpayment is discovered through a fraud investigation;
  • Prepares reports;
  • Reviews all new policy and procedures; and
  • Maintains Fraud Free database tracking system.

Minimum Qualifications:
Some knowledge of investigative techniques; public assistance programs; legal proceedings; collection methods; self-defense; public assistance program policies and regulations; applicable laws, codes, policies and procedures, including civil and court procedures; basic human behavior; and social problems and resources.
Skill in operating a personal computer and the associated office and agency software.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; calculate overpayments and track payments; testify in court proceedings; establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, associates, law enforcement, other agencies and others; work independently; analyze data, recognize gaps and collect information; draw legal and supportable conclusions; prepare reports; apply principles of persuasion and/or influence; document data from interviews, forms, and documents; and organize own work schedule.
High school diploma supplemented by work experience and/or training involving human services program eligibility, case management work, or some legal work OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications will not be accepted. This website will provide a confirmation receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume. Applicants are encouraged to provide a complete listing of relevant work experience and qualifications.
Employees may be eligible for telework after satisfactory meeting probationary requirements and at the discretion of the department. Telework schedules vary based on the needs of the agency.
Applicants may be subject to a Criminal History Background search, Central Registry search, DMV/driving record check, and/or pre-employment drug screen. The investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, employment verification and references, verification of education (relevant to employment), credit checks (relevant to employment) and other checks requested by the hiring authority.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of the required checks and screenings.
May be required to report for shelter duty during community disasters and/or emergencies.
About Us
VDSS is one of the largest Commonwealth agencies, partnering with 120 local departments of social services, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside nearly 13,000 state and local human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia's most vulnerable citizen have access to best services and benefits available to them.

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