WELFARE FRAUD INVESTIGATOR I
WELFARE FRAUD INVESTIGATOR II
(Series Specification)
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Class Code : RH3 Analyst: JAD, MM |
Date Originated: 7/81 Date Revised: 12/85, 3/09 |
DEFINITION Under
direction, to investigate cases of suspected welfare fraud and violations of
the Public Assistance laws and regulations; to locate and interview witnesses
and persons suspected of violations; to obtain and present facts and evidence
to support administrative action or prosecution; and to do other work as
required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Welfare Fraud Investigator I is the entry
level position in the Welfare Fraud Investigator series. Incumbents carry a
modified caseload working initially under close supervision within established
guidelines. This class differs from the next higher class of Welfare Fraud
Investigator II in that the latter carries the full range of welfare fraud
cases. After meeting Peace Officer Standards
and Training (POST) requirements and gaining experience and demonstrating expertise
in investigative work, Welfare Fraud Investigator I incumbents are eligible for
promotion to Welfare Fraud Investigator II.
Welfare Fraud Investigator II is the journey
level position in the Welfare Fraud Investigator series. Incumbents carry the full
range of caseloads involving general fraud, fraud prevention and early
detection and assets match and earnings clearance. This class is distinguished
from the class of Welfare Fraud Investigator I in that the latter class
performs work under close supervision within established guidelines. Incumbents
may provide initial training and guidance to Welfare Fraud Investigator I.
TYPICAL TASKS
Welfare Fraud Investigator I & II:
Investigates cases of known or suspected violations of the law related to the
fraudulent receipt of welfare funds; prevents fraud by verifying applicant
information and conducting random investigations; examines assets match and
earnings clearance information provided by the state and conducts
investigations as appropriate; examines records, questions suspects, conducts
interviews and surveillance; determines the most effective way to conduct the
required investigations; may investigate child stealing cases; develops and
delivers in-service training programs on fraud prevention and related; may
conduct internal investigations; prepares and serves search warrants; contacts
other agencies, business organizations and employers to secure and verify
information and evidence; locates and interviews recipients suspected of fraud
and others who may have knowledge of a case, such as relatives, neighbors and
landlords; records content of interviews; secures and preserves written
statements from witnesses and other parties; analyzes and evaluates statements
from witnesses, bank statements and other evidence; works jointly as required
with other agencies to develop evidence; prepares evidence for District
Attorney's Office and testifies in court; writes reports and correspondence;
develops and sustains sources of information; may input, access and analyze
data using a computer; attends meetings and conferences.
EMPLOYMENT
STANDARDS
Knowledge:
Welfare Fraud
Investigator I
Welfare Fraud
Investigator II
Ability to:
Welfare Fraud
Investigator I & II
Education
and Experience/Training: Any combination of training and experience,
which would provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. A
typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Welfare Fraud Investigator I: Possession of a High School Diploma or GED
Equivalency and equivalent to two
years of college course work in political science, criminal justice or related
courses and one year of
paraprofessional investigative work or related experience;
OR
Possession
of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalency and two years of experience performing public assistance
eligibility work or two years of
experience performing responsible investigative work in a law enforcement
agency.
Welfare Fraud Investigator II: One year of experience as a Welfare Fraud
Investigator I at
OR
Possession of a High School Diploma or GED
Equivalency and three years of
professional experience performing responsible investigative work in a law enforcement
agency.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS:
License/Certificate: For both levels:
Possession and maintenance of valid Class C California Driver’s
License issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles during the
course of employment.
Welfare Fraud
Investigator I: Successful completion of
a Specialized Investigator’s Basic Course approved by POST (to meet Penal Code. 832.25
requirements) within 12 months of appointment to the class OR possession of a valid Basic Peace Officer Certificate as awarded
by POST OR successful completion of
the regular basic course certified by POST within three years prior to
appointment.
Welfare Fraud
Investigator II: Successful completion of
a Specialized Investigator’s Basic Course approved by POST (to meet Penal Code 832.25 requirements) within three years prior
to appointment to the class OR
possession of a valid Basic Peace Officer Certificate as awarded by POST OR successful completion of the regular
basic course certified by POST within three years prior to appointment.
Background Investigation: Ability to pass a full background investigation,
medical exam as well as a required psychological exam to meet provisions of
Government Code Section 1031.
Special
Working Conditions: Exposure to
variable temperatures and weather conditions; confined work spaces; heights;
two-way radio noise; strong, unpleasant odors; infections which might cause
chronic disease or death; dust and pollens; chemical irritants; possibility of
experiencing bodily injury and/or burns; and contact with a diverse population.
Other
Special Working Requirements: Must be a citizen of the
Note: These classifications have a 12-month probationary
period.
Bargaining
Unit: 41
EEOC
Job Category: 032
Occupational
Group: 62
Workers Comp Code: 0285