Department of Labor - Bureau of Unemployment Compensation
Job Class Code: 5040
Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical)
Salary: $47,174 - $65,832
Location: Statewide: Augusta, Bangor, Portland, Lewiston
Opening Date: October 8, 2024
Closing Date: October 23, 2024
Are you a numbers person? Fascinated with spreadsheets? Do you like reviewing data for patterns, to find that one thing that provides the “ah-ha” moment?
This Fraud Investigator position within the Bureau of Unemployment Compensation is geared toward detecting and preventing improper benefit payments caused by Identity Theft. The selected applicant will work within a small team environment with limited supervision.
Job duties may involve working with state and national agencies on fraud prevention, including collaboration with the National Associate of State Workforce Agencies Integrity Data Hub. Infrequent statewide and national travel may be requested.
This is a hybrid position with a minimum of one day per week in the listed office closest to the candidate. Remote work would start after the probationary period.
For all candidates: State law requires that applicants seeking employment with the Bureau of Unemployment Compensation (BUC) in a position that uses Federal Tax Information (FTI) undergo a fingerprint-based state and criminal history record check.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Review of claimant application data to suspicious indicators.
- Review of new employer registrations for suspicious indicators.
- Review of existing data to determine new indicators of fraud.
- Review of photographs submitted for ID validation.
- Write fraud determinations as required.
Skills or knowledge required:
- Ability to work both in a small team environment and independently with limited supervision.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing through email and formal reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally, both in-person and using video conference software.
Minimum qualifications:
A Baccalaureate Degree in Criminal Justice, Law, Business or Public Administration, or related field -AND- one year experience in criminal investigation, law enforcement, forensic accounting, auditing, or related field. Directly related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Preference will be given to those applicants with:
Experience in data analytics, legal and regulatory knowledge, risk assessment, financial fraud detection, or technical proficiency.
Contact information:
Questions about this position should be directed to Paul Jerome at paul.l.jerome@maine.gov
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
If you require a paper application, please download and print one here or contact our office at 207-623-6700. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018. Be sure the title of the job you are applying for is included. Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
- Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.21% for Confidential employees.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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