Special Agent A, OSIG

Full Job Description

Are you an analytically minded professional with strong principles? The Pennsylvania Office of State Inspector General in the Bureau of Fraud Prevention and Prosecution is looking for an individual to serve as a Special Agent A. Professionals in this role will utilize their skills to conduct field, overpayment, and benefit application investigations relating to both initial and ongoing eligibility for the programs administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Join our dedicated team in the fight against fraud, waste, and abuse to protect those in need in Pennsylvania. Put your investigative skills to the test and show off your education, training, and experience in this line of work. Apply today!

Requirements

As a Special Agent, you will be responsible for conducting field and overpayment investigations relating to both initial and ongoing eligibility for the programs administered by DHS.

These investigations can include administrative and criminal prosecution of overpayment claims, administrative pursuit of Intentional Program Violations, and administrative collection work.

Excellent interpersonal skills are necessary to interview applicants, recipients, DHS employees, and other relevant sources for information about residence, assets, income, and other eligibility factors.

Work involves reviewing all case-related documentation for relevant information; collecting, evaluating, and developing evidence for legal presentation; and completing a report of investigation for review and approval.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Analyzing statements, case records, and inter-governmental matches
• Preparing and filing criminal complaints, affidavits, witness lists, and the confidential information sheet at the magisterial district judge level
• Preparing witnesses to testify for hearings and trials
• Assisting the District Attorney (DA) with presentation of the Commonwealth's case if no DA is present for the hearing
• Conducting record searches at courthouses, banks, and employers
  

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.
• Travel is required throughout the Commonwealth (sometimes out of state and overnight) to conduct OSIG duties.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 12 days a month based on operational needs at the end of the probationary period.

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 Hazleton. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

Additional details may be provided during the interview.

• 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

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:

• This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
• You 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 speak, read, and write Spanish fluently.
• 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.

This position will have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and is subject to the provisions of IRS Publication 1075 (Pub 1075) which requires you to pass an enhanced background check prior to beginning employment.

Under Pub 1075, acceptance of a conditional offer of employment will require submission to and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to: a fingerprint-based federal records check; a PA State Police clearance; a check of local law enforcement agencies where you have lived, worked, and/or attended school within the last five (5) years; and a citizenship/residency verification.

• Please note: 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.