SENIOR INVESTIGATOR

About the role

The Bureau of Fraud Investigations (BFI) is recruiting for two (2) Fraud Investigator II's to function as a Senior Investigator. The successful candidate will conduct complex investigations into allegations of fraud, waste, and/or abuse of social services benefits administered by HRA and the City of New York.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex investigations into allegations of fraud, waste, and/or abuse of social services benefits administered by HRA and the City of New York.
• Perform fieldwork activity including interviews with clients, witnesses, and participants who are under investigation to verify documents and records and gather evidence to build solid cases against persons committing fraud.
• Access numerous resources, such as the Welfare Management System (WMS), LexisNexis, HRA Viewer, ACRIS, ACCIS, and Data Warehouse to conduct research and obtain vital information relevant to the investigation.
• Write detailed case notes and annotated reports summarizing chronological events and developments. Resolve allegations of fraud by making eligibility determinations or recommendations for continued assistance, case closings, or reduced assistance.
• Perform extensive fieldwork activity including interviews, undercover operations, surveillance and interrogations.
• Meet with Supervisor to discuss activities, concerns, and findings in investigations.
• Liaise between DSS/HRA, DSS- AO/IREA, and local law enforcements. Represent and testify on behalf of HRA in court and at Fair Hearings.
• Aid in the training of new investigative staff. May provide coverage for Supervisor on a rotating basis.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Hour/Shift: Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm

Qualifications

• Education and/or experience equivalent to 1, 2, or 3 above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 10 semester credits from an accredited college or university, for three months of full-time experience.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to 1, 2, or 3 above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 10 semester credits from an accredited college or university, for three months of full-time experience.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to 1, 2, or 3 above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 10 semester credits from an accredited college or university, for three months of full-time experience.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to 1, 2, or 3 above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 10 semester credits from an accredited college or university, for three months of full-time experience.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent written, verbal, interpretive and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of HRA/IREA systems including IRIS, WMS, HRA Viewer, POS, Lexis Nexis, ACRIS, and ACCIS systems.
• Ability to assimilate into neighborhoods, without suspicion.
• Experienced in conducting surveillances.
• Bi-lingual ability a plus.
• Valid NY State Driver’s License (a plus).

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.