Fraud Investigation Trainee – Remote Options

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Scranton (Lackawanna County); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites qualified applicants to join the State Workers' Insurance Fund (SWIF), Financial Management Division, as a Special Investigator Trainee. You will learn investigative skills to prevent fraud affecting workers, employers, and public resources while supporting a mission-driven team.

The role emphasizes case preparation, evidence gathering, and interagency cooperation, with opportunities for telework and full-time work in Scranton, PA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in criminal justice or related field.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training with 12 credits in criminal justice or related field.
• Applicants are considered to meet education within 3 months of graduating.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead investigator in identifying and examining suspected fraud or abuse cases.
• Gather documents, review records, and conduct preliminary interviews to verify facts.
• Analyze financial and claims information to identify inconsistencies or questionable data.
• Coordinate with SWIF staff, other agencies, and law enforcement to obtain information.
• Compile findings, summarize investigative outcomes, and organize documentation for referrals.
• Update case files and track investigative activities in required databases.

Skills

Interagency coordination

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's with 12 credits in criminal justice

Tools

WCAIS

EDI

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites qualified applicants to join the State Workers' Insurance Fund (SWIF), Financial Management Division, as a Special Investigator Trainee. You will learn investigative skills to prevent fraud affecting workers, employers, and public resources while supporting a mission-driven team.

The role emphasizes case preparation, evidence gathering, and interagency cooperation, with opportunities for telework and full-time work in Scranton, PA.