Columbus - BWC Fraud Investigator (Employer Fraud Auditor) PN: 20066708

Ohio; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual for a field position focused on forensic audits and criminal investigations. This role involves conducting thorough audits, documenting interviews, and providing testimony in various legal proceedings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in criminology or criminal justice, along with practical experience in investigations. Join a supportive work environment that values growth and offers opportunities for career advancement. If you are passionate about making a difference through investigative work, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 18 months of experience in criminal investigations or forensic accounting/auditing.
• Valid driver's license required for operating a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic audits to support criminal investigations.
• Document interviews and communicate with involved parties.
• Provide testimony at criminal and administrative proceedings.

Skills

Investigation

Education

Associate degree in criminology, criminal justice, or law enforcement

Tools

Surveillance equipment

Computer software

Job description

This position is considered a field position and will not be required to report into a physical office on a daily basis, but based on operational need.

What our employees have to say:
BWC conducts an internal engagement survey annually. Some comments from our employees include:

• BWC has been a great place to work, providing opportunities for growth that were lacking in previous roles.
• I have worked at several state agencies, and BWC is the best place to work.
• Best place to work in the state with a sense of family and support.
• I love the work culture, helpfulness, and acceptance at BWC.
• I am impressed with the career longevity, dedication to service, pride, and experience of our employees, which reflects our mission and why people join and retire from BWC.

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What You’ll Be Doing:

• Conduct forensic audits of employers to support criminal investigations, ensuring proper payroll reporting. This includes obtaining, documenting, interpreting, and analyzing financial, banking, tax, employment, payroll, and other records to calculate premiums owed or determine employer-employee relationships.
• Conduct and document interviews with subjects, witnesses, and persons of interest, and communicate with involved parties such as investigative staff, legal representatives, and prosecutors.
• Assist in investigative fieldwork and record gathering to support investigations.
• Provide testimony at criminal and administrative proceedings, including criminal trials, civil proceedings, grand jury, and audit meetings.
• Utilize self-defense skills and techniques in response to aggressive behavior.

Qualifications include completion of an associate core program in criminology, criminal justice, or law enforcement, with 18 months of experience in criminal investigations involving field interviews, surveillance, evidence gathering, and related research, or forensic accounting/auditing with similar experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A valid driver’s license is required if operating a state vehicle. Final candidates must pass a background check.

Job Skills: Investigation

Major Worker Characteristics:

Knowledge of: criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, relevant statutes, evidence gathering, search and seizure, public relations, interviewing, case preparation, LEADS rules, human relations.

Skill in: operating computers and software, using surveillance equipment.

Ability to: define problems, collect and analyze data, prepare reports, conduct interviews, assess situations, handle sensitive inquiries, recognize threats, make decisions, perform calculations, understand instructions, and work independently.