Financial Investigator I (65038021, 65038022, 65038024, & 65038025)

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This posting is for the following four (4) vacant positions: 65038021, 65038022, 65038024, & 65038025.
You only need to apply once to be considered for all four (4) positions.

Not sure you meet all listed requirements? Let our team take a look. Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

THE STARTING SALARY FOR THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO $55,823 - $69,000. Salary offers for the selected candidate are based on the candidate's education and experience related to the position, as well as our agency budget and equity.

*** THESE ARE NON-SWORN FINANCIAL INVESTIGATOR POSITIONS***

The primary purpose of these positions is to perform investigations in the area of criminal and civil Medicaid fraud schemes, patient abuse or neglect, and misappropriation of recipient funds by conducting and participating in wide variety of case investigations involving financial analysis. Work requires knowledge of applicable state and Federal laws and regulations.

Position manages investigative assignments and/or projects by:
  • conducting detailed analysis of Medicaid and Medicare claims and reimbursement data.
  • preparing detailed spreadsheets and charts, analyze flow of payments.
  • reviewing and analyze complex medical and billing data as well as medical records.
  • preparing written investigation reports, serving subpoenas,
  • conduct surveillance; execute search warrants.
  • researching public records; analyzing facts and complex documents.
  • interviewing and coordinating witnesses and preparing witness statements and/or affidavits.
  • communicating and consulting with subjects, law enforcement and judicial personnel, Federal and state agencies, and others.
  • testifying in judicial proceedings.
  • maintaining confidentiality and discretion in the course of conducting business.
  • working individually and/or with others; and adapting to change and circumstances.

Position will participate in or assist with collection and storage of evidence (to include electronic data and evidence), arrests, execution of search warrants, undercover investigation, and other law enforcement operations pursuant to the case.

The selected candidate is subject to a background investigation.
Some travel, including some overnight stays are required.

Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is NC16. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. Please detail ALL work history including non-state service experience. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY or MAY NOT result.

The State of North Carolina offers employer paid health insurance plus twelve paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at Employee Benefits.

Division Information:
The Medicaid Investigations Division (MID) of the North Carolina Department of Justice, which is the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) for the State of North Carolina. Medicaid is the nation’s public health insurance program for people with low income. This taxpayer funded program provides critical health coverage for nearly one in five people in North Carolina, and approximately 40% of children in North Carolina are covered by Medicaid. To date, the MID has recovered more than $1 billion in restitution and penalties for North Carolina.

MID investigates and prosecutes health care fraud committed by Medicaid providers and the physical abuse of patients and embezzlement of patient funds in Medicaid-funded facilities. MID works closely with district attorneys’ offices, US Attorneys’ offices, federal, state and local agencies across the State. The damages in a Medicaid fraud case can range from a few thousand dollars to tens of millions of dollars. MID’s enforcement actions protect and recover taxpayer funds and help ensure access to needed medical services for Medicaid enrollees.

MID is staffed by Department of Justice attorneys, investigators, auditors, analysts, a nurse investigator, paralegals, and administrative staff. Cases are pursued in both federal and state courts in partnership with law enforcement agents from federal and state agencies such the Office of Inspector General, FBI, IRS, the North Carolina Department of Insurance, Sheriffs' Offices, and Police Departments.

Department Information:
The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the state, state agencies, and elected officials, and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina. The Department handles all state criminal appeals cases and assists district attorneys with complex criminal cases at their request. Additionally, the Department of Justice includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab, the North Carolina Justice Academy, and the Sheriffs’ and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Management Preferences:
  • Experience in investigating criminal offenses within the healthcare industry, including Medicaid fraud, embezzlement, obtaining property by false pretenses, patient abuse, prescription drug theft, and/or other violations related to healthcare providers.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion while conducting criminal and civil investigations.
  • Ability to clearly communicate verbal and written information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Ability to display professionalism while working with witnesses, other law enforcement personnel, attorneys, court personnel, medical experts, and others.
  • Ability to work closely with Federal Law Enforcement agencies and with U.S. Attorneys, in a team setting.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or criminal justice from an appropriately accredited institution, with eighteen credit hours of accounting coursework and two years of experience in auditing and/or investigating tax, financial, or securities crimes; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


If you do not have the required 18 credit hours of accounting coursework, we may consider your application if we do not receive enough qualified applicants that have the required 18 hours of accounting coursework. If you are considered for and offered a position, you will be required to obtain the 18 credit hours of accounting coursework within the first 18 months of employment to maintain employment with the organization.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Note the following: If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position, and if you are selected, it is used to determine a salary offer.

Using the terms "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will not be accepted, and your application will be rejected as incomplete. Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required.

Transcripts: Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. A copy of your transcripts indicating the degree received can be uploaded with your application. If a transcript has been requested, your application will be considered incomplete if you do not provide one. Using a photograph of your diploma is not acceptable.

Credit for foreign degrees will only be given if verification of degree certification is attached to your application. Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency.

Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application form.

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 or discharge orders.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

Application status: To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks. All applicants will be notified by email once a position is filled.

If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the NC DOJ Human Resources office.

The NC Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The NC Department of Justice uses Merit-Based Recruitment to select from among the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
NC Department of Justice
Human Resources
humanresources@ncdoj.gov


NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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