Investigator 1 - NY HELPS

New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF); New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) is seeking an Investigator 1 to support investigations. This role involves collaborating with vendors, processing invoices, and ensuring investigations meet contractual standards. The position offers competitive compensation and a supportive team environment, with generous benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Supportive Team Environment

Generous Leave and Paid Holidays

Full Medical, Vision, Dental

Retirement Options

Student Loan Forgiveness

Flexible Work Schedules

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in a field investigative position.
• Experience includes police detective, insurance investigator, or military investigations.

Responsibilities

• Assist Investigator 2 in investigations matters.
• Assign investigations to appropriate vendors and process invoices.

Skills

Investigative Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) provided pay range

This range is provided by New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$60,506.00/yr - $72,630.00/yr

Duties Description

The Investigator 1 will assist an Investigator 2 in all investigations matters. Duties include assigning investigations requested by Claims to appropriate vendors, processing invoices, and completing evaluations on each investigation to ensure it was conducted and invoiced consistent with NYSIF contracts.

Minimum Qualifications

For new to NYS candidates OR current NYS employees (Non-competitive appointment via NY HELPS):

1. Four years of experience in a field investigative position conducting interviews, taking written statements and affidavits, collecting and analyzing physical and documentary evidence, and preparing detailed reports. Qualifying experience includes police detective, insurance investigator, private investigator, federal/state/municipal investigator, child protective services investigator, or military investigations. Non-qualifying experience includes routine police patrol, security guard, tax collector, legal assistant, loss prevention, parole officer, correction officer, or foster care placement.
2. Substitutions: An associate degree in relevant fields can substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor's degree or higher can substitute for four years.

For current NYS employees (Competitive appointment):

1. Reachable for appointment on the current Civil Service eligible list; OR
2. One year of permanent, competitive class service as an Investigator 1; OR
3. One year of eligible transfer under Civil Service Law, e.g., Investigative Officer 1, Underwriter Trainee, etc.

Note: The NYSIF does not sponsor employment visas. Candidates should be aware of their sponsorship status and expiration dates prior to applying.

Additional Comments

Starting salary for new State employees is the hiring rate within the range. Promotion salaries are determined by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller and union agreements.

• Competitive Compensation.
• Supportive Team Environment.
• Generous Leave and Paid Holidays.
• Full Medical, Vision, Dental.
• Retirement Options.
• Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Flexible Work Schedules.

NY HELPS Program

This position is part of the NY HELPS program, allowing non-competitive appointment with potential future conversion to competitive status.

NYSIF Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NYSIF promotes DEI and provides equal opportunities regardless of protected categories. They support individuals with disabilities and provide accommodations for interviews.

Additional Details

Position level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: General Business

Industry: Insurance