Associate or bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field.
Five years of insurance claims investigative experience or professional investigation experience with law enforcement.
Seven years of professional investigation experience in economic or insurance-related matters.
Experience in conducting statements that enhance customer satisfaction.
Ability to gather evidence and draw conclusions relevant to fraud investigations.
Demonstrated organizational skills in managing investigative workloads.
Knowledge of city, state, and local regulations, legal concepts, and medical terminology.
Responsibilities
Conduct investigations of suspected fraud or illegal activities against the company.
Interview witnesses and gather statements to support investigations.
Evaluate information credibility and coordinate with outside agencies.
Provide training and support to departments involved in claims handling.
Document investigative findings clearly and professionally.
Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance during investigations.
Exercise caution and awareness while performing essential duties.
Benefits
Training and support for professional development.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse team environment.
Engagement in meaningful work that impacts company integrity.
Access to resources for maintaining certifications and licenses.
Full Job Description
Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join the SIU team as a Senior Field Security Investigator! As a Senior Field Security Investigator, you will conduct investigations of suspected cases of fraud or other illegal activities against the Company, including interviewing, database inquiries, taking statements, and locating sources of information and witnesses. Responsibilities include evaluating information to determine its credibility, referring, and coordinating investigation assignments to outside agencies, and providing training and support to all departments in the claims handling process.
Applicant must reside in New York City, five boroughs, or surrounding areas up to Nassau County, LI.
Qualifications:
An associate or bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field, or
Five years of insurance claims investigative experience (includes TCR1, TCR2, CU, PIP technical and/or PIP litigation desk experience), professional investigation experience with law enforcement agencies, or
Seven years of professional investigation experience involving economic or insurance related matters
Experience handling in-person or phone statements from various parties in an investigation in a way that builds GEICO's customer base and promotes customer satisfaction through efficient, accurate, and courteous interactions
Ability to gather a broad range of evidence related to an investigation and draw conclusions based on the information collected to the applicable fraud investigation
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize investigative volume workloads and stressful situations
Must be able to always maintain a professional attitude and appearance
Must be able to document files in a clear, concise, professional written manner, to be understood by customers, clients, co-workers and other employees of the organization
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license, certifications and permits in accordance with state and federal regulations, and company and departmental standards
Must be able to lift and carry materials and equipment and lift them to and from vehicles and carry them up and down steps
Must be able to climb on, off, in, around and under vehicles, including but not limited to RVs and commercial vehicles
Must be able to exercise caution and awareness of surroundings while performing the essential duties of the position
Must be able to learn and apply large amount of technical and procedural information
Knowledge of city, state, and local regulations, legal concepts, case law, medical treatments, and medical terminology
Desired Qualifications:
4-year Degree or higher
Current or prior SIU investigations experience working in diverse teams across different SIU job functions
Ability to handle complex fraud cases and/or rings
Knowledge on how to use public record systems, and/or claims and policy databases to support an investigation
Ability to work with minimal direct supervision and manage an active case load
Related professional designations (e.g. CIFI, CFE, FCLA, CPCU, etc.)
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Annual Salary $36.63 - $57.49 The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate's work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
About Geico
GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is an American auto insurance company with headquarters in Chevy Chase, Maryland. It is the second largest auto insurer in the United States, after State Farm. GEICO is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway that provides coverage for more than 24 million motor vehicles owned by more than 15 million policy holders as of 2017. GEICO writes private passenger automobile insurance in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. The insurance agency sells policies through local agents, called GEICO Field Representatives, and over the phone directly to the consumer, and through their website.
