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Fraud Investigator Job in Lima, Ohio US

Fraud Investigator

Allen County Job & Family Services - Lima, OH

Posted: 4/18/2025 - Expires: 7/13/2025

Job ID: 288129800

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Job Description

Description of Duties:

• Initiates collection activity according to Public Assistance Manual
• Investigates claims of fraud in all Public Assistance programs (Food Stamps, OWF/TANF, Medicaid, PRC, Daycare, etc.). If intent is proven, prepares cases for criminal prosecution. Establishes chain of evidence; submits written report to County Prosecutor's office for charges to be filed. Testifies as needed at court proceedings
• Prepares monthly reports for public assistance programs. Prepares subpoenas, complaints and allegations to be investigated. Maintains records of all activities in recovering fraud and non-fraud overpayments/over-issuance. Updates overpayment balance to reconcile with collections
• Assists the Agency with handling Adult Protective Services (APS) casework and responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned (e.g., answers inquiries and complaints received on fraud hotline, assists other investigators with their duties, special assignments, etc.). Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook
• One year of experience as an Investigator 1, or in a similar position
• Or completion of a two-year technical program in psychology, social work, criminology, law enforcement, or a related field. Also requires one year of experience in a position in client services involving the determination of client eligibility for public assistance programs and/or conducting investigations of public assistance fraud or benefit recovery
• Or three years of experience in a position in client services involving the determination of client eligibility for public assistance programs and/or in conducting investigations of public assistance fraud or benefit recovery. One course or six months of experience in interviewing techniques, one course or six months of experience in criminal investigations, one course or six months of experience in case preparation techniques, one course or six months of experience in criminal court process and procedures, one course or six months of experience in techniques of writing. Also requires one year of experience in a position in client services involving the determination of client eligibility for public assistance programs and/or in conducting investigations of public assistance fraud or benefit recovery
• Or education, training, and/or experience in an amount equal to the Minimum Qualifications stated above
• Completion of a baccalaureate degree in related field preferred

Knowledge Skill and Ability:

• Knowledge of: basic and intermediate mathematical principles; computer operations; Federal, State, and local laws, rules/regulations governing public assistance programs; investigation and legal procedures; procedures for determining public assistance program eligibility, implementation, and social welfare issues
• Ability to: Answer routine questions/inquiries; collect data; complete forms and overpayment reports; enter data into keyboard (i.e., type); establish and/or monitor enforcement cases;  explain legal and technical issues to others; explain procedures or situations to others; extract information from various sources; gather, collate, and summarize data; generate and maintain accurate computerized and hard-copy records/reports; handle contacts with outside agencies; investigate Benefit Recovery Alerts and Early Detection/Prevention warnings; listen for problems or issues and provide responses or explanations; perform intermediate mathematical operations; prepare and maintain accurate records and correspondence; proofread materials; read, copy, and record figures; search computer database for leads in investigation; statistically analyze data; understand manuals and verbal instructions; use computers and write reports

Salary and Benefits:
• Starting pay is $22.25 per hour
o $22.75 per hour with completed Associate Degree
o $23.25 per hour with completed Bachelor’s Degree
o Up to $0.75 per hour increase after passing probation
• Monday - Friday (37.5 hours per week), 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• 12 paid holidays
• Vacation time
• State retirement system
• Work/Life Balance
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Work 7.5 hours a day PLUS PAID LUNCH

To Apply: Submit resume to Kyler.Washam@jfs.ohio.gov with "Fraud Investigator" in the subject line.

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Bachelor's degree
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Work Shift:
First
Job Reference Code
N/A
Salary
$22.25 - $23.25 /hour
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
Applied Math: 5
Graphic Literacy: 5

Workplace Documentation: 5