Investigations Specialist

September 3, 2024

Douglas County, CO

Castle Rock

FULL TIME

Investigations Specialist
Employment Type: 0 - Full-time Regular
Pay Range: $52,898.00 - 81,331.00
Location: Castle Rock, CO
Overtime Exempt: N
Elected Office / Department: HUMAN SERVICES

Conducts investigations to assure program integrity and to prevent and detect fraud. This position is responsible for investigating, preparing, and submitting cases for criminal, administrative and civil action. Cases will be predominantly for public assistance but may include some field and investigation work on other programs/services.

Generally, the hiring range is $52,898-$66,123 annually. Qualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position will be taken into consideration when determining hiring salary.

Douglas County offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including but not limited to: Medical/Dental/Vision. For a more detailed overview please view the full Employee Benefit Guide.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

Accepts case assignments, begins, and performs system searches to support the investigation. Documents information obtained through searches that were performed independently from the referral.
Conducts interviews with parties associated with the referral while exercising sound judgment and action about confidentiality, issues of domestic violence and preserving the integrity of the case.
Investigator will obtain reasonable and appropriate evidence, e.g., video, audio, written, photographs, leases, employer information and document in the field report the chain of custody.
Research federal, state, and local laws, and apply them appropriately.
Identifies and securely maintains information and evidence.
Determine if provider or recipient received overpayment as a result of agency error, client error, intentional program violation, or criminal fraud.
Responsible for preparing professional reports.
Obtain evidence within the field as relevant and appropriate.
Prepares and submits cases to the Office of Administrative Courts, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, and District Attorney’s Office. In addition to any other appropriate jurisdiction or agency.
Efficiently complete calculations for SNAP claims within the first 12 months of employment.
Attends meetings with legal staff in pretrial and trial conference to assist in the preparation and presentation of criminal prosecution. Prepares cases and testifies to the evidence gathered in court and administrative hearings.
Attends meetings with Program Integrity staff for the reviewing of case findings and provide updates.
Maintain case files ensuring all documents are secured in the file, confidential, complete, and legible. All documents are to be always retained in a safe location, so client confidentiality is maintained
All documents and information (electronic or written) are to be always retained in a secure location to maintain client confidentiality.
Access to any case related file (paper or electronic) or computer system (County, State or third party) may only be used in connection with a specific referral.
Report any situation which poses a conflict of interest with the County’s and Department’s Conflict of Interest policy and procedure.
May be asked or required to attend professional development and skills training as needed, and/or professional conferences or meetings.
Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: This position works under general supervision, with managerial review of work.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position does not directly supervise others.

INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT: Work is primarily directed through State Regulations and procedures, and laws pertaining to such actions as fraud and theft. Must be knowledgeable of rules and be able to interpret those rules as they relate to the applicant. Must also exercise sound judgment in applying rules and regulations and ensure that all recipient information is verified and accurate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree or equivalent formal education
At least 2 years of relevant experience as an investigator, criminal detective, or other qualified position.
A combination of experience and education may be considered.
Spanish language skills preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge :

Knowledge of investigative methods and techniques, the rules of evidence and procedures of the legal system.
Read and interpret documents and procedure manuals.

Skills :

Interview clients while inputting data into a computer.
Must be able to work in a Windows-based computer environment.
Calculate figures and amounts such as interest, proportions, and percentages.
Compose comprehensive and accurate reports and correspondence.
Must be able to communicate clearly in both a verbal and written manner
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to interview witnesses and suspects.
Ability to assess evidence and collate data effectively and in a timely manner.

Abilities :

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Apply common sense understanding to the situations presented.
A self-starter and highly effective at problem solving, as well as identifying and utilizing resources necessary to gather information for investigations.
Clearly be able to explain investigation findings to superiors, prosecutors, and judicial officers.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check including fingerprinting through a national database.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Physical Work Environment : Work is generally performed in a typical office environment. Must be willing to work outside of regularly scheduled hours if appropriate to complete an investigation. Office location within Douglas County may vary based on department needs.”

Physical Demands : This position has close, in-person contact with coworkers, clients, and business partners. May require travel to off-site locations for meetings and investigation purposes. Mostly sedentary position, with close, consistent computer work.

Material and Equipment Directly Used : Computer, laptop, i Pad or similar device, smartphone, fax/copy machine, and related materials. May require travel in a county vehicle.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Closing Date: 9/20/2024 5:59PM MST. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected.

The job details outlined in this posting may represent a modified summary of the full job description. For a full copy of the job description CLICK HERE to view our job classifications.

In the event of an emergency/disaster in or near the County, all County employees are expected to make every effort to be available to assist the County Manager, Elected/Appointed Officials and Department Directors to ensure the continued operation of any and all necessary County functions. This may mean being available to perform additional duties and hours beyond what is normally required. In the event that an exempt employee does work more than 40 hours a week in support of County operations during an emergency, such employee may receive overtime or other appropriate wage compensation in accordance with existing County policies or at the discretion of the County.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available