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Welfare Fraud Investigator

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Welfare Fraud Investigator in the Special Investigative Unit of the Health & Human Services Department. Incumbent to this position will perform a variety of in-house, field service and legal investigative work for the Health & Human Services Department primarily involving welfare fraud matters; identify overpayments/over-issuances obtained through error or fraudulent methods; responsible for locating a variety of individuals involved in potential welfare cases and for preparing cases for prosecution; may serve subpoenas, warrants and other legal documents and arrest suspects as required and perform related work as assigned. This is a journey level in the investigative series assigned to the Health & Human Services Department. This position reports directly to the Supervising Welfare Fraud Investigator. This class is distinguished from the Supervising Welfare Fraud Investigator in that the latter is the supervisory level in this class series and performs the most complicated investigative functions. This class is further distinguished from sworn staff with investigative assignments in the Sheriff's department or the District Attorney's office by the fact that investigations relate specifically to the area of welfare fraud. Although this is a peace officer position under Penal Code 830.35 it is not designated as "safety" by PERS for retirement purposes.

Examples of knowledge skills and abilities required for successful performance: knowledge of law enforcement terminology and methods, including rules of evidence and of civil and criminal service procedures; policies and procedures related to criminal and fraud investigative work and the location of persons. Skill in applying and explaining federal, state and local laws related to the service and enforcement of civil procedures; conducting welfare fraud investigations independently and effectively. Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize and organize own work and meet critical deadlines; understand and follow oral and written direction to perform required tasks. This is a representative summary of the major duties and abilities. Please refer to the class specification for full description of knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as examples of duties and other qualifications required for this position.

Minimum: Two years of college (60 semester units) from an accredited college or university with major coursework in law enforcement, administration of justice, criminology or a related field and at least four years full-time patrol or investigative experience.

Preferred: In addition to the minimum, a Bachelor's Degree in Administration of Justice, Criminology or a related field, and additional years of experience in a sworn peace office position.

Special Requirements: Must meet the State of California requirements for peace officer status, including: passing a detailed background investigation with a fingerprint check, having no felony convictions, passing a medical and psychological exam, being at least 18 years of age, being a U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting and a credit check.

Working Conditions: A typical public safety environment. Works in all types of communities throughout Yuba County and neighboring counties. Work with exposure to individuals who may be hostile or place the incumbent in a potentially harmful situation.

Licenses and Certifications: The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment. Possess and maintain California PC 832 with firearms certification. Possess and maintain California P.O.S.T. Specialized Investigators Basic Course or P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate.

Hiring Range: $4,773-$5,251/month

Filing Deadline: Monday, February 22, 2016 @ 5:00 PM

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants are REQUIRED to submit Yuba County Application (rev 08/14). For a detailed job announcement, application, and further instructions visit www.co.yuba.ca.us or contact Yuba County Human Resources, 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901 Phone: (530) 749-7860 Fax: (530) 749-7864.

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