Remote Integrity Investigator II – Fraud & Benefits

State of Iowa; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Iowa Workforce Development seeks an Investigator 2 for the Integrity Bureau within the UI Division to conduct investigations into suspected fraud, improper benefit payments, and overpayments. This role analyzes evidence, determines eligibility issues, and prepares fraud cases for prosecution while coordinating with law enforcement and county attorneys.

Responsibilities include conducting interviews, issuing determinations, and representing the agency at hearings.

Qualifications

• Strong investigative and analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and procedures; communicate with law enforcement and legal professionals.
• Ability to manage complex cases, recover improper benefit payments and support administrative and judicial proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Investigate suspected fraud, misrepresentation, and improper benefit payments.
• Analyze case information and evidence to make timely decisions.
• Conduct interviews with claimants, employers, the public, law enforcement, and attorneys.
• Maintain detailed daily investigation notes and document findings.
• Issue non-monetary determinations and administrative penalties.

Skills

Investigative skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Legal knowledge

Education

Four-year degree in law enforcement, criminology, police science, accounting, finance, or law

Total five years education/experience as described

Job description

Iowa Workforce Development seeks an Investigator 2 for the Integrity Bureau within the UI Division to conduct investigations into suspected fraud, improper benefit payments, and overpayments. This role analyzes evidence, determines eligibility issues, and prepares fraud cases for prosecution while coordinating with law enforcement and county attorneys.

Responsibilities include conducting interviews, issuing determinations, and representing the agency at hearings.