APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$53,431.92 to
$79,907.76
PAY GRADE: 38
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
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Criminal Investigators in the Attorney General's Investigations Division perform criminal investigations involving violations of federal and/or State laws pertaining to a specific program or regulatory area which includes, but is not limited to, Medicaid fraud, workers' compensation fraud, consumer protection, public integrity, human trafficking, missing children, financial fraud, alleged criminal offenses committed by State officers or employees, and all types of conflict of interest cases submitted by outside agencies, along with participating in multi-jurisdictional task forces comprised of officers from federal, State and local enforcement agencies.
This position is located in our Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU), a grant restricted program. The MFCU's primary responsibility is the investigation and prosecution of Medicaid provider fraud. The MFCU also investigates matters involving abuse, neglect and exploitation of elderly and vulnerable adults in medical facilities.
The successful applicant will be expected to conduct fraud investigations involving violations of federal and/or State law pertaining to a specific program or regulatory area such as Medicaid Fraud.
Under general supervision, applicants must have the ability to conduct interviews with cooperating individuals, witnesses and other law enforcement or State agency sources to obtain information regarding criminal investigations, case history, goals and objectives. Applicants must gather and preserve evidence, document information, utilize case management tools, develop case files and develop final reports and information and investigative reports prior to initiating criminal prosecution. Applicants must have the ability to conduct complex or difficult investigative assignments that may involve multiple criminal violations or suspects.
*** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. ***
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, police science, or closely related field; current, at a minimum, Category II POST certification in Nevada; and one year of criminal investigation and law enforcement experience involving standard investigative and enforcement techniques utilized to enforce local, state and/or federal and agency laws, preparation of detailed investigative reports, and implementation of agency program goals and objectives; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education; current, at a minimum, Category II POST certification in Nevada; and three years of criminal investigative and law enforcement experience involving standard investigative and enforcement techniques utilized to enforce local, state and/or federal laws, statutes and regulations, preparation of investigative reports and implementation of agency program goals and objectives; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; OR one year of experience as an AG Criminal Investigator I in Nevada State service. |
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Applicants must meet the minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) and Nevada Administrative Code (NAC). |
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Persons offered employment in this series must submit to a background, medical, and psychological evaluation. |
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A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. |
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