Fraud Investigator, Augusta

Fraud Investigator

Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Location: Augusta Salary: $22.91 - $31.97 per hour* *This is inclusive of a 1.00% recruitment and retention stipend Position Number: 02000-1626 Core Responsibilities: As a Fraud Investigator you will: Investigate and prepare cases of alleged public assistance fraud and/or related crimes for prosecution and recovery of overpayments.Review complaints of alleged public assistance fraud. Interview witnesses, complainants, and others with knowledge of the facts. Conduct fraud investigations. Gather evidence. Write investigation reports. Refer cases for prosecution. Investigate violations for administrative hearings and sanctions.Testify as a State witness to facts developed during the conduct of an investigation. This work requires extensive personal contact and the use of other appropriate investigative and collection techniques. State-wide travel is required. Minimum Qualifications: To qualify, your background must include:a Baccalaureate Degree in Criminal Justice, Law, Business or Public Administration, or related field -AND- one year experience in criminal investigation, law enforcement, forensic accounting, auditing, or related field. Directly related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.The successful candidate must pass Criminal Justice Information Services ("CJIS") clearance, as well as a fingerprint background check. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you're currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your experience and passion set you apart.Benefits of working for the State of Maine: Work-Life Fit Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value). Retirement Plan The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding non-birthing and adoptive parentsreceive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.