Sr. Investigator

Senior Non-Commissioned Investigator

Division Of Workers’ Compensation / Fraud And Noncompliance Unit

Annual Salary: $52,077

• Please Note: The salary/salary range listed in this job description is a base salary only and does not include years-of-service adjustments. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments may exceed the salary/salary range listed above.
  
  

Why You Will Love This Position

We are a small investigative unit within the Division of Workers’ Compensation responsible for investigating workers’ compensation fraud and noncompliance. Our investigators primarily work independently, but also as members of a cohesive unit. Successful team members are self-motivated and work with minimal supervision. These positions are supported by other unit members working throughout the state. The Fraud and Noncompliance Unit promotes a positive and supportive work environment for our team members. Though these positions are office-based (not distributed, remote, or hybrid), some travel is required with the potential for overnight stays.

What You Will Do

• Conduct investigations of suspected violations and incidents; interview suspects, victims, and witnesses to obtain evidence; and ensure adherence to chain of custody standards.
• Locate, interview, and prepare statements from victims, witnesses, and persons suspected of violating statutes, policies and/or procedures, or program requirements administered by the agency.
• Locate and interview individuals and representatives of business or governmental entities to obtain evidence of suspected violations or diversion efforts.
• Serve as liaison with staff, law enforcement agencies, prosecuting attorneys' offices, and other governmental entities in the conducting of investigative and surveillance activities.
• Compile, analyze, evaluate, document and preserve facts, statements, affidavits, and other evidence for use in legal actions; review background investigations; and prepare detailed reports of investigative findings.
• Examine and analyze a variety of records to secure information concerning suspected violations of laws and/or regulations.
• Trace funds through banking systems and other institutions and analyze complex financial transactions.
• Testify in criminal, civil, or administrative hearings.
• Actively participate in Division and Department programs and initiatives.
  
  

Qualifications

All you need for success:

• 6 years of relevant experience ORa Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of study and 2 years of relevant experience
  
  

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration to any applicant.

Desired Attributes

• Experience conducting face-to-face suspect and witness interviews and preparing detailed investigative reports.
• Experience and ability to organize and present information for public or professional programs.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• This position requires some travel, including potential overnight stays.
  
  

More Reasons To Love This Position

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.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: Matt Hohensee at 573-508-3204 or Matthew.Hohensee@labor.mo.gov