Investigator (Internal HSPH applicants only)

Full Job Description

The Fraud Prevention and Program Integrity division of Health and Human Services is seeking an Investigator to investigate allegations related to public assistance fraud and pursue disqualification or submit for criminal charges as applicable.

This position is also responsible for providing fraud prevention training for county staff.

Our mission is to work with partners to detect and prevent fraud to safeguard public funds and ensure that eligible residents receive benefits to which they are entitled.Location and hours:This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Hennepin County Government Center at 300 South Sixth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487, and remote as job duties require.

Work hours will be Monday through Friday, with typical hours between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.About the position type:This is a full-time, benefit earning position.

You must be a current regular or probationary employee of Human Services and Public Health department to be eligible for this position. Note: Limited duration employees are not eligible.

This position is internally classified as an Investigator.
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In this position, you will:

• Review and evaluate referrals to determine whether sufficient evidence exists to pursue disqualification or a criminal case.
• Gather, preserve, and analyze facts and evidence using open source data points.
• Plan and conduct interviews of witnesses and others to obtain related information and evidence.
• Collect, protect, and preserve physical evidence to ensure the admissibility of evidence in court proceedings.
• Prepare investigative reports for attorneys in preparation for litigation.
• Testify as required in administrative or district court hearings.

Need to have:

• One of the following:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in criminal justice, law enforcement, business/public administration, sociology, psychology, or a closely related field and one year or more of investigation, law enforcement, or military investigator experience.
  • Associate's degree in one of the above fields and three or more years of investigation, law enforcement, or military investigator experience.
  • Five or more years of investigation, law enforcement, or military investigator experience.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of:
  • The criminal justice system or civil litigation and investigative techniques.
  • The rules of evidence in court procedures.
• Experience:
  • Working with diverse communities.
  • Conducting interviews with witnesses in a professional and investigative manner.
• Ability to:
  • Compile and analyze facts and evidence and make sound recommendations.
  • Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports.
  • Communicate clearly and analyze investigative results.
  • Conduct interviews with witnesses in a professional and investigative manner.
  • Work independently and in cooperation with defense attorneys.
  • Plan and organize investigations.
  • Maintain evidence acquired during investigations to meet case requirements.

About the department:
Human Services delivers a variety of services to individuals or families that assist with basic needs or encourage client change around specific objectives. We work with individuals as well as systems and communities in order to develop policy and advocate for the people we serve. The people we serve and our communities are connected. By helping one, we help the other.

About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.

Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge.

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

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This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

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This position may have access to systems or other documentation that contains HIPAA data.

Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Talent Acquisition division
Hennepin County Human Resources department
Submit a request at hennepin.us/ask-hror call 612-348-7855

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