Unclaimed Property Fraud Investigator, Career Service Exempt
State of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Overview
Are you an investigator looking for a career in State Government? If you have experience with fraud investigations, this opportunity may fit you. Incumbents oversee and manage potential fraud investigations into high-risk unclaimed property claims and coordinate efforts with various unclaimed property functions in other states and with investigative units from other local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. This job is NOT public safety certified, and does not require special functions officer certification. Incumbents execute and cover operations; interpret, establish, and implement policies and investigative procedures; and provide or conduct training. Incumbents conduct investigations into allegations of individuals and businesses potentially involved in a variety of inappropriate activities, rule infractions, illegal actions, or any other conduct that is in violation of laws and regulations of the State of Utah. Investigations typically include researching and gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and thoroughly documenting the investigation process; they may also involve serving as an expert witness. Incumbents educate other unclaimed property personnel, including making hiring recommendations, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring, evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions. This description describes the general nature of the work and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. All personnel may be requested to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time. Principal Duties
As The Fraud Investigator For Unclaimed Property, You Will Investigate complex cases of identity theft, claim fraud, tips from the public or other states, and death records. Conduct assessments of potential fraud risks within the organization and create strategies to mitigate identified risks. Propose, develop, revise, and implement written policies and procedures consistent with federal and state requirements; coordinate materials development; prepare standards manuals and guides for distribution. Review processes to determine if they provide reasonable assurance around fraud detection and recommend best practices to improve detection capabilities. Review or evaluate reports, documents, laws, rules, and regulations; edit, prepare, or approve summaries of findings. Develop controls and administrative systems pertaining to investigative activities. Evaluate the fraud detection process for compliance and effectiveness. Act as a resource for management and staff; provide technical support within areas of responsibility. Provide assistance and/or on-the-job training. Prepare detailed reports outlining investigation findings, including recommendations for preventing future fraudulent activities. Review fraud reports to determine if fraud may be present through the use of data and trends. Ensure all investigative activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Recommend system changes that would benefit the division in detecting fraud. Regularly review the UCP KFI scores to determine if changes are needed to the scores currently assigned to each component. If this is you, we should talk. First, go to this page to take a quick 8-10 minute survey and attach your resume. If we determine that you are a great fit, we will follow up with more information and a full description of responsibilities and benefits. Why You Should Join Our Team
In addition to our comprehensive, competitive benefits package, this job in the State Treasurer's Office will allow you to use your knowledge to create operational impact on a large, statewide scale. The Division
Millions of dollars in lost or unclaimed money are turned over to the State of Utah every year. This money comes from sources such as dormant bank accounts, old stock certificates, and uncollected insurance checks. The Division of Unclaimed Property is the official government entity for managing and returning this unclaimed property to the residents of Utah. Our mission is to receive, manage, and reunite unclaimed property with its rightful owners in a fair, timely, and courteous manner. Visit mycash.utah.gov for more information — and to search for your own unclaimed property. The Agency
The Utah State Treasurer's Office is responsible for the collection, safeguarding, investment and disbursement of state funds. This includes the management of banking for all state agencies. The Office also implements and operates several investment programs, including the Public Treasurer's Investment Fund, and issues all debt obligations authorized on behalf and in the name of the State. Supplemental Information
Working Conditions
Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. Physical Requirements
Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
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Are you an investigator looking for a career in State Government? If you have experience with fraud investigations, this opportunity may fit you. Incumbents oversee and manage potential fraud investigations into high-risk unclaimed property claims and coordinate efforts with various unclaimed property functions in other states and with investigative units from other local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. This job is NOT public safety certified, and does not require special functions officer certification. Incumbents execute and cover operations; interpret, establish, and implement policies and investigative procedures; and provide or conduct training. Incumbents conduct investigations into allegations of individuals and businesses potentially involved in a variety of inappropriate activities, rule infractions, illegal actions, or any other conduct that is in violation of laws and regulations of the State of Utah. Investigations typically include researching and gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and thoroughly documenting the investigation process; they may also involve serving as an expert witness. Incumbents educate other unclaimed property personnel, including making hiring recommendations, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring, evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions. This description describes the general nature of the work and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. All personnel may be requested to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time. Principal Duties
As The Fraud Investigator For Unclaimed Property, You Will Investigate complex cases of identity theft, claim fraud, tips from the public or other states, and death records. Conduct assessments of potential fraud risks within the organization and create strategies to mitigate identified risks. Propose, develop, revise, and implement written policies and procedures consistent with federal and state requirements; coordinate materials development; prepare standards manuals and guides for distribution. Review processes to determine if they provide reasonable assurance around fraud detection and recommend best practices to improve detection capabilities. Review or evaluate reports, documents, laws, rules, and regulations; edit, prepare, or approve summaries of findings. Develop controls and administrative systems pertaining to investigative activities. Evaluate the fraud detection process for compliance and effectiveness. Act as a resource for management and staff; provide technical support within areas of responsibility. Provide assistance and/or on-the-job training. Prepare detailed reports outlining investigation findings, including recommendations for preventing future fraudulent activities. Review fraud reports to determine if fraud may be present through the use of data and trends. Ensure all investigative activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Recommend system changes that would benefit the division in detecting fraud. Regularly review the UCP KFI scores to determine if changes are needed to the scores currently assigned to each component. If this is you, we should talk. First, go to this page to take a quick 8-10 minute survey and attach your resume. If we determine that you are a great fit, we will follow up with more information and a full description of responsibilities and benefits. Why You Should Join Our Team
In addition to our comprehensive, competitive benefits package, this job in the State Treasurer's Office will allow you to use your knowledge to create operational impact on a large, statewide scale. The Division
Millions of dollars in lost or unclaimed money are turned over to the State of Utah every year. This money comes from sources such as dormant bank accounts, old stock certificates, and uncollected insurance checks. The Division of Unclaimed Property is the official government entity for managing and returning this unclaimed property to the residents of Utah. Our mission is to receive, manage, and reunite unclaimed property with its rightful owners in a fair, timely, and courteous manner. Visit mycash.utah.gov for more information — and to search for your own unclaimed property. The Agency
The Utah State Treasurer's Office is responsible for the collection, safeguarding, investment and disbursement of state funds. This includes the management of banking for all state agencies. The Office also implements and operates several investment programs, including the Public Treasurer's Investment Fund, and issues all debt obligations authorized on behalf and in the name of the State. Supplemental Information
Working Conditions
Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. Physical Requirements
Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
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