Affirmative Civil Enforcement (ACE) Investigator

About the role

The ACE Investigator position at CGS involves assisting a large Federal agency initiative. Key responsibilities include generating new investigations, continuing existing investigations, and collaborating with attorneys and agency personnel. Duties also involve using electronic databases, preparing reports, examining records, and developing investigative strategies.

Responsibilities

• Generate new investigations and continue ongoing investigations involving fraud in healthcare, contracting, and grants.
• Meet with ACE attorneys and designated agency personnel to generate fraud investigations.
• Perform ancillary investigations-related services in support of assigned fraud cases.
• Utilize electronic databases to identify documents, witnesses, and physical evidence.
• Prepare detailed reports on investigation progress for AUSAs and supervisory attorneys.
• Analyze large-scale hard-copy and electronic data to develop investigative leads and determine relevance to allegations.
• Gather and analyze facts, including witness statements, timelines, and scientific or technical data.
• Examine books, ledgers, payrolls, cost reports, billing statements, invoices, correspondence, and computer data.
• Develop and refine proof required for legal responsibility determinations and devise methods for evidence collection.
• Assist with in-person and telephonic interviews, depositions, and sworn witness examinations.
• Prepare and serve subpoenas for documentary materials, interrogatory answers, or witness testimony.
• Understand and apply relevant federal, state, or local laws.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct investigations, and identify required resources.
• Attend meetings and trainings as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access, and other databases.
• Experience with document review/management platforms such as Relativity, analyzing claims data, and utilizing docketing software.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to work professionally with all levels of staff.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively in a professional setting.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Skills

• Independent thinking and development of investigative strategies.
• Ability to handle a wide variety of documents, including legal and non-legal materials.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to interact courteously and tactfully with colleagues and clients.

Benefits

CGS offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and observance of state/federal holidays. The company also provides a supportive work environment and encourages professional growth through various learning opportunities.