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MTA Claims Fraud Investigator (Special Investigations) in Brooklyn, New York
Claims Fraud Investigator (Special Investigations)
Job ID: 7127
Business Unit: MABSTOA
Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department:
Date Posted: May 8, 2024
Description
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Title: Claim Fraud Investigator - JVN 7127
First Date of Posting: 04/26/2024
Last Date of Filing: 05/11/2024
Authority: OA/TA
Department: Law
Division/Unit: Special Investigation Unit
Reports to: Director, Special Investigation Unit
Work Location: 130 Livingston Street, Brooklyn, NY
Hours of Work: As required
Compensation:
Claim Fraud Investigator (Grade H, 342 points): $71,142 - $112,450
Responsibilities:
Detect and investigate claims frauds and conduct investigations through fieldwork, research, surveillance, and other means, including joint investigations with law enforcement agencies and insurance carriers.
Assist in the training of claims examiners to recognize suspicious claims activity.
Claims include workers' compensation, no-fault, bodily injury, and property damage.
Strong knowledge of medical fraud.
Participate in undercover investigations.
Seek remedies against those committing fraud, including referral to prosecutors for criminal prosecution as well as assisting the Law Department in pursuing civil remedies.
Maintain cooperative and productive relationships with enforcement agencies, insurance carriers and organizations dedicated to combating claims fraud.
Education and Experience
Claim Fraud Investigator
Bachelor’s degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum 3 years related experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial and/or supervisory role.
Desired Skills
Knowledge in insurance claims and/or claims fraud investigations and/or law enforcement detective experience.
Experience using social media in the conduct of investigations.
Undercover investigation and/or white-collar crime investigation experience.
Strong written and verbal-communications skills.
Selection Method:
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.
Other Information
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.