Insurance Fraud Investigator II

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts sensitive, complex investigations of persons and entities suspected of violating insurance fraud laws.
• Collaborates with administrative staff to compile comprehensive case files and prosecutor notebooks.
• Communicates with insurance companies and consults with staff attorneys and the Office of Legal Services on case preparation and litigation.
• Drafts, presents, and discusses with prosecuting attorneys information for the preparation and prosecution of criminal practices.
• Assists Investigator IIs with conducting investigations, interviewing witnesses, and preparing detailed case reports.
• Aids in training new investigators.
• Catalogues, marks, and secures evidence.
• Interprets and enforces departmental rules, regulations, and policies in performing investigative work.
• Collaborates with other law enforcement agencies (local, state, and federal) and insurance company special investigative units to develop insurance fraud and other related criminal cases.
• Conducts presentations in reference to insurance fraud as needed.

Requirements

• Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certification is required.
• Must be twenty-one years of age.
• Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Four years of experience in investigative law enforcement or a related field of investigation.
• Substitute Education for Experience: None.
• Substitute Experience for Education: Experience in investigative law enforcement or experience in the insurance industry, an insurance regulatory agency, or related field in financial analysis, claims adjusting investigation, management, or experience dealing with substantive insurance issues will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Special Requirements

• Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification.

Pay

Salary range: $3,960.94 - $5,941.50 Monthly

Schedule

Full-time, eligible for overtime pay.

Benefits

Includes paid leave (sick, annual, etc.), paid holidays, training and career development opportunities, educational and tuition assistance, various affordable health, dental, and vision insurance options, flexible spending accounts, and first-day health insurance coverage. Includes life insurance, retirement deferred compensation, wellness incentive programs, employee discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events, entertainment, services, and education. Telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available.

Working Conditions

Frequent contact with the general public. May work irregular hours. Statewide travel is required and may be required to travel out of state for investigations, coordinating efforts with other jurisdictions, and training. Hazardous duty as related to law enforcement including arrests that could result in physical effort or altercation.

Probationary Period

The job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

Equal Opportunity Employer

M/F/D