• Job Description

  Req#: 520842

  DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision that every child, adult, and family in Arizona will be safe and economically secure. DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to make Arizona stronger by helping Arizonans reach their full potential through temporary assistance for those in need, and care for the vulnerable.

  INVESTIGATOR 3

  Job Location:

  Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS)
  Address: 290 East La Canada, Avondale, Arizona 85323

  Posting Details:

  Salary: $29.0866 hourly
  

  Grade: 19
  

  Closing Date: Open Until Filled

  Job Summary:

  Would you like to be part of an amazing team that makes Arizona stronger by helping Arizonans reach their full potential through temporary assistance for those in need, and care for the vulnerable? The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team!
  
  The Department of Economic Security, Division of Aging and Adult Services, seeks an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Financial Exploitation Investigator 3 with the Financial Exploitation Unit. DAAS supports at-risk Arizonans to meet their basic needs and to live safely, with dignity and independence. Services and programs reach a diverse population of Arizonans.
  
  You will investigate allegations of financial fraud and exploitation of vulnerable or incapacitated adults, 18 years of age or older. You interview victims, alleged perpetrators, witnesses, and collateral third parties to gather evidence and establish the chain of events leading to the alleged fraud/exploitation. You write detailed investigative reports. You may work with law enforcement and/or prosecutors to discuss findings as required. Please review the video to learn more about the APS Investigator's role and responsibilities - https://vimeo.com/408184827

  Job Duties:

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but limited to:
  
  • Conducts financial investigations and data analysis of complex fraud and financial exploitation cases perpetrated against vulnerable adults.
  • Provides financial expertise in the investigation and aids in the prosecution of financial fraud cases.
  • Examines and audits public and third-party records for accuracy.
  • Uncovers, analyzes, and quantifies financial data and testifies concerning financial misrepresentation, omissions, and/or fraud in Adult Protective Service (APS) cases.
  • Gathers, compiles, and prepares a variety of investigative and financial reports.
  • Confers with the Arizona Attorney General's Office making recommendations, preparing exhibits, and attending court proceedings.

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

  Knowledge of:
  • Accounting principles, practices, and procedures and auditing financial records
  • State statutes governing investigation of financial exploitation (Title 46-Welfare) and financial investigation techniques and methods
  • Administrative hearing process
  • General banking procedures and different forms of financial exploitation
  
  Skill in:
  • Oral and written communication including writing reports
  • Interviewing to extract pertinent information
  • Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships
  • Using a variety of computer software packages (e.g., Excel, Word, Google Suite, etc.)
  
  Ability to:
  • Make appropriate decisions in high stress situations and exercise proper judgment and behavior
  • De-escalate volatile situations
  • Prepare documents for and testify at court or administrative venues
  • Enter, retrieve and correct data from automated case management systems

  Selective Preference(s):

  The ideal candidate for this position will have:
  
  • Must have 3 years professional level experience conducting investigations of fraud and financial exploitation, where a substantial portion of cases involved complex administrative, civil, and/or criminal related matters, (e.g., consumer fraud, embezzlement, etc.); OR Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field from an accredited college or university and 1 year of fraud or financial exploitation experience; OR 1 year as a Human Service Specialist 3 in AZ state government.

  Pre-Employment Requirements:

  • If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks ,must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
  • Flexibility in willingness to work longer shift hours or after-hours coverage, if necessary.
  • Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Child Protective Services Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.
  • A.R.S. 41-1968 Employee shall have a valid, unrestricted Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1758.07 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults, prior to the start of their employment.
  • All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
  • Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.

  Benefits:

  The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
  
  • Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
  • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
  • Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
  • Deferred compensation plan
  • Wellness plans
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Stipend Opportunities
  • Infant at Work Program
  • Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
  • Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
  • Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

  For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

  Retirement:

  State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
  
  On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

  Contact Us:

  For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Mary Hernandez-Navarrette at (480) 364-3457 or daashr@azdes.gov.

  The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting Mary Hernandez-Navarrette at (480) 364-3457 or email daashr@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

• About the company

  Arizona is on a mission to become the #1 state in the nation in which to live, work, play, get an education, and retire. Arizona state government plays a vital role in making this happen, and in order to maximize our potential the State of Arizona must operate in way that demonstrates a business-like approach. We are looking for enthusiastic and talented people to join the team.

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