[Hiring] Investigator V @Texas Health & Human Services Commission

Role Description

Investigator V of the Internal Affairs Division is selected by and reports to the Manager of Internal Affairs, Office of Inspector General. The position performs complex investigations (administrative/criminal) involving HHS employees, contractors, and vendors. Investigations are conducted under the general direction of a Team Lead and managed through the Internal Affairs Manager and Director of Internal Affairs. Investigations are conducted independently, requiring evaluation, planning, and organizing, and the ability to quickly become familiar with program areas administered by the HHS enterprise agencies. Internal Affairs investigations include:

• Whistleblower complaints
• Violations of laws applicable to state employment
• Misuse of state equipment and other resources

Investigations involve:

• Interviewing and taking statements
• Gathering and analyzing records
• Coordinating with other internal and external departments on joint investigations
• Serving as the lead on joint investigations
• Conducting surveillance and other covert investigations
• Preparing investigative reports
• Testifying in judicial proceedings or administrative hearings

Investigations result in referrals to HHS management for consideration of adverse personnel actions or other executive-level responses, to prosecuting authorities, and to outside entities at the local, state, and federal levels. 50% Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of experience in conducting or supervising investigations in one or more of the following areas: financial crimes, document fraud, employee misconduct (criminal or administrative), internal loss, contract fraud, insurance claims fraud, regulatory compliance, legal or corporate due diligence, Title IX, or EEOC; OR
• Six (6) years of experience (in one or more of the disciplines listed above) plus a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in one of the following disciplines: Law, Criminal Justice, Accounting, Business, and Public Administration; or other area of study related to the functions of the Internal Affairs Directorate.
• Other experience conducting or supervising criminal investigations in a full-time capacity as a sworn law enforcement officer at the federal, state, or municipal level may be considered for meeting the experience requirement.

Requirements

• Applicant must possess a valid Texas Driver License by employment start date.
• Ability to obtain Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunication Systems (TLETS) certification.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
• A defined benefit pension plan
• Generous time off benefits
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement

Company Description

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.