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  • Fraud Investigator - Intermittent

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  • Columbus, Ohio 43224 United States View Map

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Fraud Investigator - IntermittentOrganization: Job & Family Services Agency Contact Information: odjfscareers@jfs.ohio.govWork Location: James A Rhodes Office Tower 31 30 East Broad Street 31st Floor Columbus 43215Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation: $28.76Schedule: Part-time Classified Indicator: Unclassified Union: OCSEAPrimary Job Skill: Investigation Technical Skills: Interviewing, Investigation Professional Skills: Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Listening, Observation, ProofreadingAgency Overview: Who We Are The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs: Cash and Food Assistance Employment Services and Workforce Development Unemployment Insurance Adult Protective Services Child Support Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone's world! Guiding Principles We will be a leader in customer satisfaction. We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees. We get better at what we do every day.Job DescriptionOffice of Family Assistance The Office of Family Assistance (OFA) provides policy, operational, technical assistance and training support for safety net programs that assist low-income Ohioans. This includes: Cash assistance programs funded by the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Block Grant, including Ohio Works First (OWF) and the Prevention Retention and Contingency (PRC) programs; Food assistance programs including, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Program, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP); Program Integrity; and Adult Protective Services. Learn more about the office by visiting the Office of Family Assistance webpage.What You Will Do This position plays a critical role in safeguarding program integrity by independently investigating allegations of fraud, misuse, and other violations within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and related public assistance programs. The successful candidate will conduct thorough complaint screenings, gather and evaluate evidence, collaborate with legal and law?enforcement partners, and prepare detailed investigative reports to support administrative or criminal action. This role also contributes to the development of investigative procedures, supports statewide fraud?prevention initiatives, and partners across agencies to address emerging issues such as skimming and scamming activities.Recommended Skills Experience in reviewing SNAP and/or TANF fraud cases Customer service skills (important in interviewing customers) Ability to access and read case data in the Ohio Benefits and Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) Must be detail oriented and well organized Must possess efficient time management and multi-tasking skills Must be able to work independently as well as collaborate across multiple teamsSchedule: Part-time. Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. This is an intermittent, temporary position. The final candidate selected for this position will not be permitted to exceed 1,000 hours worked per fiscal year (July 1st - June 30th). This position is Unclassified per ORC 124.11(A) (29). Location: Rhodes State Officer Tower - 30 E. Broad Street, FL 31, Columbus, OH 43215. Travel: Occasional travel within the state of Ohio.Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.QualificationsThe candidate, at minimum, must have the following: Option 1: Completion of associate core program in law enforcement, criminal justice or in academic field commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on file; AND 12 mos. exp. conducting investigations &/or inspections; AND Valid driver's license. Option 2: Or 30 mos. trg. or 30 mos. exp. as Investigator Assistant, 26210 with experience corresponding to type of complaints & alleged violations appearing in job posting/approved position description; AND Valid driver's license. Option 3: Or 30 mos. trg. or 30 mos. investigative exp. with experience corresponding to type of complaints & alleged violations appearing in job posting/approved position description; AND Valid driver's license. Option 4: The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.Tips For Your Application When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.Pay Information This position is in the State of Ohio's OCSEA/AFSCME Pay Schedule, Pay Range 31. Unless required by legislation or union contract, salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $28.76 per hour). Pay Range 31 Hourly -- $28.76Supplemental Information ADA Notice If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact ada_public@jfs.ohio.gov. Background check information The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration. ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Job Description

Fraud Investigator - IntermittentOrganization: Job & Family Services Agency Contact Information: odjfscareers@jfs.ohio.govWork Location: James A Rhodes Office Tower 31 30 East Broad Street 31st Floor Columbus 43215Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation: $28.76Schedule: Part-time Classified Indicator: Unclassified Union: OCSEAPrimary Job Skill: Investigation Technical Skills: Interviewing, Investigation Professional Skills: Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Listening, Observation, ProofreadingAgency Overview: Who We Are The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs: Cash and Food Assistance Employment Services and Workforce Development Unemployment Insurance Adult Protective Services Child Support Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone's world! Guiding Principles We will be a leader in customer satisfaction. We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees. We get better at what we do every day.Job DescriptionOffice of Family Assistance The Office of Family Assistance (OFA) provides policy, operational, technical assistance and training support for safety net programs that assist low-income Ohioans. This includes: Cash assistance programs funded by the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Block Grant, including Ohio Works First (OWF) and the Prevention Retention and Contingency (PRC) programs; Food assistance programs including, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Program, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP); Program Integrity; and Adult Protective Services. Learn more about the office by visiting the Office of Family Assistance webpage.What You Will Do This position plays a critical role in safeguarding program integrity by independently investigating allegations of fraud, misuse, and other violations within Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and related public assistance programs. The successful candidate will conduct thorough complaint screenings, gather and evaluate evidence, collaborate with legal and law?enforcement partners, and prepare detailed investigative reports to support administrative or criminal action. This role also contributes to the development of investigative procedures, supports statewide fraud?prevention initiatives, and partners across agencies to address emerging issues such as skimming and scamming activities.Recommended Skills Experience in reviewing SNAP and/or TANF fraud cases Customer service skills (important in interviewing customers) Ability to access and read case data in the Ohio Benefits and Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) Must be detail oriented and well organized Must possess efficient time management and multi-tasking skills Must be able to work independently as well as collaborate across multiple teamsSchedule: Part-time. Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. This is an intermittent, temporary position. The final candidate selected for this position will not be permitted to exceed 1,000 hours worked per fiscal year (July 1st - June 30th). This position is Unclassified per ORC 124.11(A) (29). Location: Rhodes State Officer Tower - 30 E. Broad Street, FL 31, Columbus, OH 43215. Travel: Occasional travel within the state of Ohio.Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.QualificationsThe candidate, at minimum, must have the following: Option 1: Completion of associate core program in law enforcement, criminal justice or in academic field commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on file; AND 12 mos. exp. conducting investigations &/or inspections; AND Valid driver's license. Option 2: Or 30 mos. trg. or 30 mos. exp. as Investigator Assistant, 26210 with experience corresponding to type of complaints & alleged violations appearing in job posting/approved position description; AND Valid driver's license. Option 3: Or 30 mos. trg. or 30 mos. investigative exp. with experience corresponding to type of complaints & alleged violations appearing in job posting/approved position description; AND Valid driver's license. Option 4: The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.Tips For Your Application When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.Pay Information This position is in the State of Ohio's OCSEA/AFSCME Pay Schedule, Pay Range 31. Unless required by legislation or union contract, salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $28.76 per hour). Pay Range 31 Hourly -- $28.76Supplemental Information ADA Notice If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact ada_public@jfs.ohio.gov. Background check information The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration. ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

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