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Job DescriptionSenior Financial InvestigatorEmployment Type: Full-Time, Mid-LevelDepartment: Financial Investigation CGS is seeking a Senior Financial Investigator to join our team providing legal support and investigative services to a large federal agency. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success:-Plans and conducts investigations.-Performs quantitative, qualitative, or other analysis of relevant facts.-Prepares the results to support the mission.-Develops and analyzes evidence that comes from other investigators and law enforcement officers and collects information relating to this evidence or legal matters under consideration from appropriate primary and secondary sources.-Gathers and analyzes facts including statements, timelines, scientific, or technical data, for the purpose of advancing prosecutorial objectives.-Establishes and/or verifies relationships among all facts and evidence obtained or presented to confirm the authenticity of documents, corroborate witness statements, and otherwise build proof necessary for successful litigation.-Provides analysis relevant to violations of federal law, including but not limited to money laundering, wire fraud, mail fraud, bank fraud, health care fraud, procurement fraud, and fraud related to other federal programs. -Identifies sources of information and multiple variables.-Conducts asset investigations, verifies employment, and conducts financial analysis to ensure that the target can pay monetary penalties.-Develops understanding of applicable federal, state, or local law to the extent necessary to make sound decisions on the direction and scope of investigations. -Devise methods for obtaining, preserving, and presenting evidence to the greatest effect.-Works with the assigned Paralegals or Legal Assistants, and supervisory attorneys to determine applicable statutory and regulatory law and identify possible violations.-Performs a variety of ancillary services in direct support of assigned cases and matters.-Uses electronic databases to identify assets, documents, and other physical evidence.-Prepares interim and final reports on the progress of investigations.-Assists in the compilation and analysis of documents and physical evidence, and the creation of charts, graphs, videotapes, and other audio-visual materials for use in motions and at trial.-Prepares affidavits and testifies in court as required.-Advises on methods for planning, scheduling, and conducting investigations and identifies any resources that may be required.-Examines books, ledgers, payroll records, cost reports, billing statements, invoices, correspondence, computer data and other records pertaining to the transactions, events, or allegations under investigation.-Establishes and verifies relationships among all facts and evidence obtained or presented to confirm the authenticity of documents, corroborate witness statements, and otherwise build proof necessary to successful case resolution. Qualifications:-Minimum of four years experience in planning and conducting civil or criminal complex investigations concerning misuse of public, private, or insurance funds. -Working knowledge of current investigative techniques including the use of commercial databases and other sources of information.-Must have a valid driver's license.-U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain adjudication for the requisite background investigation. Ideally, you will also have:-Experience in law enforcement.-Experience in analyzing, organizing, and presenting a large volume of data using common software programs.-Experience in reviewing and understanding financial records. -Experience in interviewing potential witnesses.-Candidates may receive added consideration if they have previous experience with the United States Army, Department of Homeland Security, or other large federal agency. Our Commitment:Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we’ve been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.-Health, Dental, and Vision-Life Insurance-401k-Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)-Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: For more information about CGS please visit: or contact:Email: #CJ We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFinancial InvestigatorEmployment Type: Full-Time, Mid-LevelDepartment: Financial Investigation CGS is seeking a Financial Investigator to join our team providing legal support and investigative services to a large federal agency. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success:-Plans and conducts investigations.-Performs quantitative, qualitative, or other analysis of relevant facts.-Prepares the results to support the mission.-Develops and analyzes evidence that comes from other investigators and law enforcement officers and collects information relating to this evidence or legal matters under consideration from appropriate primary and secondary sources.-Gathers and analyzes facts including statements, timelines, scientific, or technical data, for the purpose of advancing prosecutorial objectives.-Establishes and/or verifies relationships among all facts and evidence obtained or presented to confirm the authenticity of documents, corroborate witness statements, and otherwise build proof necessary for successful litigation.-Provides analysis relevant to violations of federal law, including but not limited to money laundering, wire fraud, mail fraud, bank fraud, health care fraud, procurement fraud, and fraud related to other federal programs. -Identifies sources of information and multiple variables.-Conducts asset investigations, verifies employment, and conducts financial analysis to ensure that the target can pay monetary penalties.-Develops understanding of applicable federal, state, or local law to the extent necessary to make sound decisions on the direction and scope of investigations. -Devise methods for obtaining, preserving, and presenting evidence to the greatest effect.-Works with the assigned Paralegals or Legal Assistants, and supervisory attorneys to determine applicable statutory and regulatory law and identify possible violations.-Performs a variety of ancillary services in direct support of assigned cases and matters.-Uses electronic databases to identify assets, documents, and other physical evidence.-Prepares interim and final reports on the progress of investigations.-Assists in the compilation and analysis of documents and physical evidence, and the creation of charts, graphs, videotapes, and other audio-visual materials for use in motions and at trial.-Prepares affidavits and testifies in court as required.-Advises on methods for planning, scheduling, and conducting investigations and identifies any resources that may be required.-Examines books, ledgers, payroll records, cost reports, billing statements, invoices, correspondence, computer data and other records pertaining to the transactions, events, or allegations under investigation.-Establishes and verifies relationships among all facts and evidence obtained or presented to confirm the authenticity of documents, corroborate witness statements, and otherwise build proof necessary to successful case resolution. Qualifications:-Minimum of four years experience in planning and conducting civil or criminal complex investigations concerning misuse of public, private, or insurance funds. -Working knowledge of current investigative techniques including the use of commercial databases and other sources of information.-Must have a valid driver's license.-U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain adjudication for the requisite background investigation. Ideally, you will also have:-Experience in law enforcement.-Experience in analyzing, organizing, and presenting a large volume of data using common software programs.-Experience in reviewing and understanding financial records. -Experience in interviewing potential witnesses.-Candidates may receive added consideration if they have previous experience with the United States Army, Department of Homeland Security, or other large federal agency. Our Commitment:Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years, we’ve been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work. Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.-Health, Dental, and Vision-Life Insurance-401k-Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)-Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Join our team and become part of government innovation! Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: For more information about CGS please visit: or contact:Email: #CJ We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionHealthcare Fraud Investigator Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Litigation Support CGS is seeking a Healthcare Fraud Investigator to provide Legal Support for a large Government Project in Nashville, TN. The candidate must take the initiative to ask questions to successfully complete tasks, perform detailed work consistently, accurately, and under pressure, and be enthusiastic about learning and applying knowledge to provide excellent litigation support to the client. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Responsibilities will Include:- Review, sort, and analyze data using computer software programs such as Microsoft Excel.- Review financial records, complex legal and regulatory documents and summarize contents, and conduct research as needed. Preparing spreadsheets of financial transactions (e.g., check spreads, etc.).- Develop HCF case referrals including, but not limited to:- Ensure that HCF referrals meet agency and USAO standards for litigation.- Analyze data for evidence of fraud, waste and abuse.- Review and evaluate referrals to determine the need for additional information and evidence, and plan comprehensive approach to obtain this information and evidence.- Advise the HCF attorney(s) regarding the merits and weaknesses of HCF referrals based upon applicable law, evidence of liability and damages, and potential defenses, and recommend for or against commencement of judicial proceedings.- Assist the USAO develop new referrals by ensuring a good working relationship with client agencies and the public, and by assisting in HCF training for federal, state and local agencies, preparing informational literature, etc. - Assist conducting witness interviews and preparing written summaries. Qualifications:- Four (4) year undergraduate degree or higher in criminal justice, finance, project management, or other related field.- Minimum three (3) years of professional work experience in healthcare, fraud, or other related investigative field of work.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.- Proficiency in analyzing data that would assist in providing specific case support to the Government in civil HCF matters (E.g., Medicare data, Medicaid data, outlier data).- Communication skills: Ability to interact professionally and effectively with all levels of staff including AUSAs, support staff, client agencies, debtors, debtor attorneys and their staff, court personnel, business executives, witnesses, and the public. Communication requires tact and diplomacy.- U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain adjudication for the requisite background investigation.- Experience and expertise in performing the requisite services in Section 3.- Must be a US Citizen.- Must be able to obtain a favorably adjudicated Public Trust Clearance.Preferred qualifications:- Relevant Healthcare Fraud experience including compliance, auditing duties, and other duties in Section 3.- Relevant experience working with a federal or state legal or law enforcement entity. #CJ We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description Come grow with us! Lemieux & Associates, a national leader in the investigative industry, is seeking experienced Field Investigators in the Albany, NY or surrounding area. This is a full-time position for the right individual. The owners are entrepreneurial, experienced field investigators, each with over 25 years of experience. We understand the job and never forgot our roots in the field. We are dedicated professionals with a motivational management style with proven ability to recruit, develop and direct highly successful teams that consistently excel. You must have surveillance experience as a Private Investigator and reside in the Albany or surrounding area. Please submit your resume and complete the questionnaire. If you do not complete the questionnaire, your resume will not be accepted. Job Description Field Investigator Job Classification: Non-Exempt Position Summary: A majority of the work activity involves field surveillance requiring the investigator to obtain high quality videotape documentation of claimants who have filed workers compensation and liability/personal injury claims. Investigators are also responsible for submitting accurate and timely reports regarding the results of their investigations. In addition, investigators conduct background investigations, scene diagrams, neighborhood canvasses, activity checks, and locates. The Field Investigator performs their duties using the highest legal and ethical investigative standards while efficiently utilizing time and resources to provide outstanding investigative services. Essential Job Functions: • Adequately prepares for each assignment by reviewing client special handling instructions, case objectives, and all case information prior to initiating investigative activities., • Conducts assigned field investigations and initiates surveillance activities including photography or videotape activities to obtain requested evidence., • Reviews court records and records at various other governmental offices to obtain necessary information to complete background checks., • Communicates effectively with Case Manager, Assistant Case Manager, and client regarding progress of assigned cases, and recommendations for further initiatives., • Reviews documentation collected and makes recommendations for securing additional background information that may be needed for the case., • Consistently completes investigations according to client's special handling instructions., • Completes assignments on or before assigned deadlines., • Ensures confidentiality of all information obtained through investigative activities., • Manages assigned cases until closing while maintaining accurate and well-organized case files. Effectively utilizes available resources, including Internet, to complete assignments., • Testifies to the facts collected in any hearing or court of law., • Other assignments and projects as dictated by business need or management direction. Required Skills and Abilities: • Digital video camcorder use and operation, • Working Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, and Adobe Acrobat, • Effective written communication/ skills and report writing, • Strong organizational and time management skills, • Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to effectively build rapport, • Flexibility to work varied/irregular hours and days including holidays and weekends, • Able to work well independently, • Able to travel extensively throughout assigned territory and effectively manage expenses Qualifications: • Experience conducting surveillance as a private investigator is a must, • Experience conducting SIU/Claims investigations is preferred but not required, • Bi-lingual is a plus, • Associates/Bachelor, Degree in Criminal Justice or Related Field is a plus, • Ability to conduct written and recorded statements is a plus, • Ability to accurately photograph evidence i.e., accident scenes, vehicle damage, etc. is a plus, • Ability and willingness to travel as necessary, • Flexibility to work varied/irregular hours and days, • Strong computer and Internet skills, • Possess a valid state-issued driver's license, • Possess a reliable vehicle, digital camera and computer with Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word and Internet connection, • Must have the personal pride to get your work product in on time, • Competitive starting pay, • Travel time compensation, • Report writing compensation, • FT positions are offered the following benefits: Medical, Dental, 401K, Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays Physical Demands and Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is typically in the community. The employee is regularly required to spend long periods of time in an automobile or other location for surveillance purposes. Regularly operates a video camera, computer, and cellular telephone. Communicates on a regular basis with supervisors, clients, and staff via telephone and email. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Description ABOUT US: Ethos Risk Services is a leading insurance claims investigation and medical management company, specializing in surveillance and fraud detection. At the forefront, we provide accurate data and actionable insights that translate into better decision-making for our clients. JOB SUMMARY: Our dynamic Ethos team is seeking an Experienced Field Investigator to conduct surveillance and investigative activities to identify potential fraudulent insurance claims. This role involves performing both stationary and mobile surveillance, obtaining video and photographic evidence, and preparing thorough, detailed reports for clients. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Case Preparation: Prepare for surveillance assignment by reviewing Ethos' preliminary reports and case information., • Field Surveillance: Perform covert surveillance from your vehicle by tracking and capturing high-quality video evidence of surveillance targets., • Report Writing: Draft detailed and court-ready investigative reports summarizing activity and key findings., • Documentation: Finalize case file by submitting case reports and uploading video footage via personal laptop at the end of the day., • Communication: Work closely with the field supervisor and operations teams, receiving regular guidance and mentorship. REQUIREMENTS: • Previous Experience: Demonstrated proficiency in covert surveillance techniques, capturing high-quality video footage, and preparing thorough, well-organized investigative reports., • Driver's License: Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance., • Personal Vehicle: A well-maintained vehicle that is always reliable (preferably with tinted windows)., • Surveillance Equipment: A handheld camcorder with high-quality zoom and a covert camera device. Use of stabilization equipment (gimbals, tripods, etc.) is strongly encouraged., • Technology: A reliable laptop, cell phone, and internet service are needed for communication and administrative tasks., • Private Investigator License: Active Private Investigator license or willingness to obtain one (where required by state). WORKING CONDITIONS: • While we aim to keep assignments within a 2-hour drive of your residence, occasional further travel and overnight stays (covered by the company) may be required, • Most surveillance cases start at 6:00AM. End time can vary depending on activity and a typical workday can vary from 3-12 hours., • Weekends/holidays are common workdays as claimants are more likely to be active., • This is an independent role often requiring long hours alone in your vehicle, regardless of weather conditions., • Must remain alert with no external distractions, ready to use videography equipment to document subjects. Ethos Risk Services is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of religious creed, sex, national origin, race, veteran status, disability, age, marital status, color or sexual orientation or any other characteristic. A background check will be conducted, in accordance to the local state law and regulations. Job Posted by ApplicantPro