Detective Investigator
- Full-Time
- Syracuse, NY
- New York State Office Of The Attorney General
- Posted 2 years ago – Accepting applications
Detective Investigator: Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) – Syracuse
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking qualified candidates for a Detective Investigator position located in
Syracuse. Candidates should be hard-working, motivated and committed to public service on behalf of the people
of the State of New York.
MFCU, the centerpiece of New York’s efforts to combat Medicaid provider fraud, is looking for experienced
investigators to conduct complex investigations into fraud committed by Medicaid providers and others in the
healthcare industry who steal from New York State, those involved in the diversion of prescription narcotics, and to
investigate and prosecute abuse and neglect of residents in nursing homes, hospitals, and other residential
healthcare facilities.
The qualifications for this position are: expert interviewing and interrogation skills; experience
conducting investigations involving special victims; experience identifying pattern crimes; experience in
planning tactical operations; experience implementing surveillance programs to monitor potential
criminal activity; experience collecting evidence and executing search and arrest warrants;
knowledgeable of fraud and corruption investigations, and testifying in court; and established contacts
at the city, state and federal levels within the law enforcement community in the area served by the
Syracuse MFCU office. Fluency in a second language is preferred.
Please respond to Reference No. INV_MFCU_SYR_8051_090622, as outlined below. Deadline for
responding is September 6, 2022.
Qualifications in addition to those listed above:
Must have at least ten years of law enforcement experience and current NYS basic police school certification.
Must possess a valid NYS driver’s license and have the ability to drive a motor vehicle.
The Public Officer’s Law requires that police officers at the OAG be citizens of the United States and reside in
New York State.
Performance of the duties may require frequent, unscheduled work on evenings and weekends and requires 24/7
availability. This position is in the exempt class, and incumbents serve at the pleasure of the Attorney General.
The Hire Rate for this position is $68,264.
Applications are being received online.
Applicants will be taken to the online application page for this position. Applicants must be prepared to submit a
complete application packet consisting of a cover letter (include Reference No. INV_MFCU_SYR_8051_090622)
and resume. Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your
application. You may address your cover letter to Investigator Jobs.
Per Office of the Attorney General policy, confirmation of vaccination status is a condition of employment for this
position. If you are not fully vaccinated, you may be required to provide negative COVID-19 test results once
weekly. The agency will consider religious and reasonable accommodations.
For questions about an Investigator position with the OAG, the application process or assistance with submitting
your application, please email Investigator.jobs@ag.ny.gov or call 518-776-2500.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity
employer and is committed to workplace diversity.