What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Agent S, OSIG position at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
Are you seeking a role that provides a distinctive opportunity for individuals who are passionate about investigating and safeguarding the integrity of operations within government agencies? Joining the Office of State Inspector General (OSIG) means you will be instrumental in enforcing laws, detecting fraud, and protecting vital government resources. You will collaborate with a dedicated team that values your analytical skills and advanced investigative methods to tackle intricate cases. If you have the relevant education, training, and experience, and find this type of investigative work intriguing, this could be the perfect role for you!
You will play a crucial role in conducting investigations, administrative hearings, and prosecutions related to overpayments in cash assistance, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), medical assistance, and subsidized child care. Your responsibilities will also encompass addressing issues of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) fraud and SNAP trafficking, as well as overseeing the Low Income Heating Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), special allowances, and the Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP). Additionally, you will handle other Department of Human Services (DHS) programs that are referred to the Office of State Inspector General (OSIG) for investigation.
You will employ specialized communication skills to conduct interviews with applicants, recipients, DHS personnel, and other pertinent sources to gather information regarding residency, assets, income, and various eligibility criteria. The employee is responsible for reviewing all case-related documentation to extract relevant details, as well as collecting, assessing, and compiling evidence for legal presentation, ultimately preparing an investigative report for review and approval. By applying appropriate investigative methods, you will carry out investigations, interview witnesses and subjects, and analyze statements, case records, and inter-governmental data matches. This includes conducting record searches at courthouses, banks, and employers, while also developing leads that are pursued to a logical conclusion.
You will be responsible for preparing and filing criminal complaints, affidavits, witness lists, and confidential information sheets at the magisterial district judge level, as necessary. Additionally, you will prepare witnesses for testimony during hearings and trials, and if the District Attorney is unavailable at the preliminary hearing, you will present the Commonwealth’s case. In cases where the District Attorney is present, you will assist in the presentation of the Commonwealth’s case during criminal preliminary hearings and trials. Furthermore, you will also represent the Commonwealth at Administrative Fair Hearings and Administrative Disqualification Hearings conducted by the DHS Bureau of Hearings and Appeals as required.
You will play a crucial role in conducting investigations, administrative hearings, and prosecutions related to overpayments in cash assistance, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), medical assistance, and subsidized child care. Your responsibilities will also encompass addressing issues of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) fraud and SNAP trafficking, as well as overseeing the Low Income Heating Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), special allowances, and the Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP). Additionally, you will handle other Department of Human Services (DHS) programs that are referred to the Office of State Inspector General (OSIG) for investigation.
You will employ specialized communication skills to conduct interviews with applicants, recipients, DHS personnel, and other pertinent sources to gather information regarding residency, assets, income, and various eligibility criteria. The employee is responsible for reviewing all case-related documentation to extract relevant details, as well as collecting, assessing, and compiling evidence for legal presentation, ultimately preparing an investigative report for review and approval. By applying appropriate investigative methods, you will carry out investigations, interview witnesses and subjects, and analyze statements, case records, and inter-governmental data matches. This includes conducting record searches at courthouses, banks, and employers, while also developing leads that are pursued to a logical conclusion.
You will be responsible for preparing and filing criminal complaints, affidavits, witness lists, and confidential information sheets at the magisterial district judge level, as necessary. Additionally, you will prepare witnesses for testimony during hearings and trials, and if the District Attorney is unavailable at the preliminary hearing, you will present the Commonwealth’s case. In cases where the District Attorney is present, you will assist in the presentation of the Commonwealth’s case during criminal preliminary hearings and trials. Furthermore, you will also represent the Commonwealth at Administrative Fair Hearings and Administrative Disqualification Hearings conducted by the DHS Bureau of Hearings and Appeals as required.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 12 days a month, based upon operational needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Allentown.
- Travel is required to conduct investigative activities, attend administrative hearings, conduct subject/collateral contact interviews, participate in prosecutions, and to attend training. Out of state and overnight travel may be required as deemed necessary.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year of investigative experience and a bachelor’s degree; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirements:
- You must possess an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
- All employees must obtain CLEAN/NCIC certification within two months of employment and maintain this certification for the duration of employment in this job.
Additional Requirements:
- You must have an understanding of investigative processes and principles.
- You must adhere to the values and ethics of the OSIG.
- You must demonstrate professionalism and discretion in your work.
- You must possess solid written and verbal communication skills
- You must show initiative and problem solving skills
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
- You must pass a background investigation.
- Due to Act 29, the selected candidate will have limited law enforcement powers, which require all employees with access to agency systems to undergo fingerprinting and an in-depth background check to include criminal, tax, and credit history.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $54,226 - $82,475
