Investigative Specialist 2 Medicaid

Civicworks; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYS Office of the Medicaid Inspector General seeks an Investigative Specialist 2 to supervise regional investigative staff, evaluate complaints, and lead complex Medicaid fraud investigations in New York. The incumbent pursues recoupment of overpayments and sanctions, reporting to an Investigative Specialist 4 in NYC.

Based in White Plains or Hauppauge, this role requires a strong track record in investigations, reports, and testimony, with a valid driver's license and willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting interviews, taking statements, collecting evidence, and preparing reports.
• One year of permanent service as Investigative Specialist 1 or seven years of field investigations.
• One year of supervisory-level experience required.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to meet transportation requirements.
• Associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years.

Responsibilities

• Supervises investigative staff in regional offices and evaluates complaints.
• Conducts complex investigations and seeks recoupment of overpayments and sanctions.

Skills

Interviews

Statements

Evidence collection

Reports

Testimony

Education

Associate degree in criminal justice

Bachelor's degree substitute for experience

Job description

The Investigative Specialist 2 Medicaid works for the NYS Office of the Medicaid Inspector General to investigate Medicaid fraud, waste, and abuse by providers. The role supervises investigative staff in regional offices, evaluates complaints, conducts complex investigations, and seeks recoupment of overpayments and sanctions. The position is based in either White Plains or Hauppauge and reports to an Investigative Specialist 4 in New York City.

Key qualifications

• One year of permanent service as an Investigative Specialist 1 OR seven years of experience conducting field investigations
• Experience must include conducting interviews, taking statements, collecting evidence, preparing reports, and testifying at hearings
• One year of supervisory-level experience required
• Valid driver's license or ability to meet transportation requirements
• Associate degree in criminal justice may substitute for two years of experience; bachelor's degree may substitute for four years