Criminal Investigator - Criminal Law Division - OAG

State of Idaho Opportunity

Criminal Investigator, Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU), Criminal Law Division, OAG

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Start Date: To be determined upon hire.

Salary: $44.23/hour DOE

The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) is currently accepting applications for a Criminal Investigator. The federally funded and mandated MFCU is an interdisciplinary team dedicated to protecting vulnerable individuals and safeguarding the finite resources on which they depend. This position is responsible for conducting complex criminal investigations involving Medicaid provider fraud, patient abuse, neglect and financial exploitation. Investigations often involve multi-agency coordination, detailed evidence analysis, and preparation for prosecution.

Primary duties include:

• Conducting interviews.
• Obtaining and analyzing electronic files and other evidence.
• Serving subpoenas.
• Obtaining and executing search warrants.
• Preparing reports and exhibits.
• Maintaining investigative case files.
• Testifying in court.
• Interfacing with other law-enforcement agencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current Idaho POST Certification or eligible to take the Idaho POST Challenge Exam.
• Minimum education of a high-school diploma or equivalent.
• At least five years of law-enforcement experience, preferably with an emphasis in investigations.
• Above average communication and interpersonal skills.
• A thorough understanding of laws, policies, and rules of evidence applicable to Idaho law-enforcement service.
• Ability to work both independently and in a close-knit team environment with other investigators and prosecutors.
• Enthusiasm for public service.
• Must be able to pass a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check, and maintain CJIS access.
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license and be able to drive and travel frequently, including with little or no advanced notice.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and be on-call as needed.

Any offer for employment is contingent upon the candidate's completion of a satisfactory background investigation, which will include fingerprinting, a polygraph test, and a psychological evaluation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related fields, such as health information management, accounting, healthcare administration, or criminal justice.
• Investigative experience, preferably in Medicaid or healthcare fraud, financial crimes, or white-collar investigations.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws related to Medicaid, healthcare fraud, and abuse.

Applications: E-mail a resume and cover letter to Keri.Ascherfeld@ag.idaho.gov.

Please contact Keri Ascherfeld with any questions: 208-334-4545 or Keri.Ascherfeld@ag.idaho.gov.

NOTE: You do not have to complete the standard application "apply now" process for this position. If you choose to do so, please also submit your resume to keri.ascherfeld@ag.idaho.gov to be considered for this position.

The Idaho Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer. This position is exempt from state classified service, and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This is an at-will position.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4523 or email denise.stringer@ag.idaho.gov.

Benefits: State employee benefits which include low-cost health and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays, multiple retirement savings plans, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, and one of the nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI). The Office is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Ability to partially telecommute is also available for this position.