Posting number: 00223221
Department: Criminal Law Division
Division: Insurance Fraud Section Pittsburgh
Job classification: Special Agent II
Posting type: Open & Internal
Categories: Law Enforcement, Investigative
Section: Insurance Fraud Section/Criminal Law Division
Class: Special Agent II
Location: Pittsburgh
Telework: This position will report to the headquartered location a minimum of 2 days per week. You may have the opportunity to telework the remainder of the week, if desired and based on business need.
Position Type: Full-time, Non-civil service, Union
Work Hours: 8:30 – 5:00
Salary Range: Starting salary of $77,447
This is criminal investigative work of a highly confidential nature performed by agents of the Office of Attorney General involving the detection and investigation of violations of the laws and statutes of the Commonwealth as specified in The Commonwealth Attorneys Act, the Public Welfare Code, and other applicable Commonwealth laws, statutes, and regulations. Agents assigned to the Insurance Fraud Section will routinely enforce criminal statutes related to fraud, theft, and arson. Investigations include all aspects of insurance related fraud including: Auto Claim, Workers Compensation, Health Care, Property Loss, Personal Injury, and Insurance Industry Misconduct. Agents assigned to the Insurance Fraud Section are state law enforcement officers and are required to be trained in accordance with Act 120.
An employee in this position utilizes the entire spectrum of investigative processes and procedures in the conduct of or in providing assistance with the conduct of criminal investigations ranging from routine to the most sensitive, complex, and difficult cases. A Special Agent II may conduct an investigation independently or as a case agent coordinating the efforts of a team or as a team member and may provide direction and guidance to a less experienced agent. Assignments may require that the employee work irregular hours and/or an irregular work week. Work is received from a supervisor who reviews the work product of the employee through written reports and conferences to ensure accuracy, thoroughness, and compliance to established policies and procedures and to evaluate the application and effectiveness of sound judgment.
In addition to the qualifications below, all candidates must be Act 120 certified or be eligible for a waiver of training from the Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Act (MPOETC).
The Pennsylvania Attorney General is the chief law enforcement officer in the Commonwealth, but the office also does extensive work in consumer protection and provides resources for a variety of issues.
The office maintains the highest standards of ethics to protect life, property, and constitutional and consumer rights, so as to ensure safety and freedom for those living in and visiting the Commonwealth. We collaborate with partner agencies and groups to enforce the law and defend the interests of the Commonwealth and its diverse citizens.
As a workplace, we pride ourselves on providing a fair, diverse and encouraging atmosphere with many avenues for growth and development and offices all over the state. Through our benefits and schedules, we want employees to know that we value their free time so they can come to work excited and motivated to help the public we serve.
Values
Integrity – We conduct ourselves with uncompromised honesty, honor, and ethics.
Human Dignity – We recognize the value, circumstances, and rights of all, including those charged under the law.
Justice – We will be unbiased and impartial in pursuit of accountability for those who breach state and federal laws to harm others.
Professionalism – We are accountable to the constituents we serve, and to each other, to act in the best interests of Pennsylvanians and will always aim for improvement and advancement.
Leadership – We demand ethical leadership from our team members while maintaining relationships with partner organizations who can entrust us to set and achieve a standard of excellence.
