Fraud Investigator 1-2

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana. Learn more about Louisiana Department of Health Step into a role where your work truly matters. The Fraud and Recovery Unit serves as the investigative arm of the SNAP Fraud & Recovery, protecting the integrity of public assistance programs across the state. As a Fraud Investigator, you'll play a critical role in uncovering fraud, waste, and abuse, conducting in-depth criminal and internal investigations, and helping ensure that vital resources reach those who truly need them. If you're driven by purpose, accountability, and public service, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding investigative career. An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

Following Policies and Procedures:

The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.

Making Accurate Judgments:

The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.

Thinking Critically:

The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well supported conclusions

Preferred Competencies:

Accepting Direction:

The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.

Acting Decisively:

The ability to make timely, confident decisions using sound reason. Acting with

Ethics and Integrity:

The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit.

Driving Results:

The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.

Solving Problems:

The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.

Using Data :

The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions. Four years of experience in social services; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus one year of experience in social services; OR A bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in social services; OR A bachelor's degree in social work or a master's degree in a social services field or education.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

Investigates suspected fraudulent procurement of public assistance benefits, including bogus, duplicate, and multi-state recipient cases Conducts internal investigations into employee misconduct and violations of agency, departmental, and Civil Service policies (e.g., theft, fraud, forgery, payroll violations) Collaborates with parish offices, state leadership, and state and federal prosecutors, as well as law enforcement partners such as State Police and federal oversight agencies Utilizes investigative tools and systems (e.g., case management systems, data analytics, and online databases) to research records and develop actionable leads Performs surveillance, interviews witnesses, interrogates suspects, and secures legal documentation such as affidavits, warrants, and court orders Prepares detailed investigative and financial loss reports to support criminal prosecution, civil litigation, administrative actions, and benefit recovery efforts Serves as agency liaison and testifies in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings, including fraud hearings and Civil Service appeals, while facilitating repayment and disqualification actions

Position-Specific Details:

Location:

Medical Vendor Administration/ FS Fraud & Recovery (SNAP

FRAUD & RECOVERY

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Rapides Parish Appointment Type:

This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment, Promotional appointment , Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months), or Detail to

Special Duty Cost Center:

3052130100 Position Number(s): 50688955

Career Progression:

This position may be filled as a Fraud Investigator 1 or 2 determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.

Compensation:

This position is eligible for the following Special Entrance Rates (SER) for the job titles listed below, as well as a Premium Pay of up to $2.00/hr for hours worked based on longevity for Fraud Investigator 1 and Fraud Investigator 2. Fraud Investigator 1 - $21.27 hr / $1701.60 bi-weekly Fraud Investigator 2 - $22.76 hr / $1,820.80 bi-weekly

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. • Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For information on how to check your application status and understand status updates, please click HERE .

Contact Information:

Samantha Johnson Samantha.

Johnson2@la.gov LA Department of Health (LDH) Division of Human Resources PO Box 4818 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 225-342-6477 This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. LDH supports Louisiana's commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here . LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.