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Job Description
The Department of Social Services has an opening for a Non-Commissioned Investigator within the, Hotline & Fraud Finder Investigations Unit.
Job Posting Number: 4003 8900400
Semi-monthly salary: $1,851.65
Annual salary: $44,439.61
Job Location: This job will be located at 149 Park Central Square, Room 925, Springfield MO 65806.
Why you’ll love this position: Are you naturally curious? Do you enjoy digging for the truth? Do you want to use your internet browsing skills? The Welfare Investigations Unit team conducts welfare fraud investigations and is looking for a Non-Commissioned Investigator. This position is responsible for receiving and processing welfare fraud referrals, conducting preliminary investigations and telephone interviews. You will be searching databases for information, then analyzing that information with the intent of formulating a course of action. This requires someone with the ability to accurately track complaints, referrals and investigations and the ability to write clear and concise reports.
What you’ll do:
• Conduct preliminary investigations of suspected violations and incidents, interview victims and witnesses to obtain evidence and write case summaries.
• Compile and analyze information regarding victims, witnesses, and persons suspected of violating statutes, policies or program requirements administered by the assigned agency.
• Compile and analyze documentary information relative to business operations, financial assets, real and personal property, and employment.
• Examine and analyze a variety of records to secure information concerning suspected violations of federal and state laws and/or regulations.
• Exercise independence and initiative in the performance of responsibilities; receive general administrative direction.
• Perform other related work as assigned.
• MULES certification within the first six months of employment will be required.
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree OR 2 or more years of relevant experience, and relevant certification/licensure.
Preferred Qualifications:
A working knowledge of welfare benefit programs and experience in eligibility determination will be considered as an alternative to a Bachelor’s degree. The ideal candidate will have experience in conducting research, collecting and organizing documents along with good interpersonal and written communication skills. These skills should be reflected in the candidates resume.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here . - Bachelor’s degree OR 2 or more years of relevant experience, and relevant certification/licensure.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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