The State of Florida is the state government responsible for administering public services and coordinating programs across Florida. Its departments and agencies work across government, education, healthcare, environmental protection, transportation, and public safety. With employment opportunities spanning numerous public-sector functions, the State of Florida hires people who support the delivery and management of services for communities throughout the state.
Senior Management Analyst I – Investigations | State of Florida | Tallahassee Onsite
Investigate fraud, waste, abuse, and misconduct for the State of Florida’s healthcare policy and Medicaid agency. Prepare investigative reports, briefings, evidence, and testimony.
Description
- Conduct investigations under section 20.055, Florida Statutes, the Whistle-blower Act, and agency policies and procedures
- Investigate allegations involving fraud, waste, abuse, and employee misconduct
- Create interview notes, factual memorandums, chronological case records, and investigative plans
- Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files
- Interview complainants, witnesses, and subjects and obtain sworn statements
- Collect and assess documents and data and preserve evidence under the Florida Evidence Code
- Draft affidavits, investigative briefings, comprehensive reports, and summary reports
- Assess confidentiality requirements involving Whistle-blower investigations, HIPAA, and protected health information
- Independently plan, oversee, and conduct investigations, inquiries, and management reviews
- Deliver briefings and training for agency managers, employees, and industry partners
- Build liaison relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement, prosecutorial agencies, and industry partners
- Report suspected violations of criminal law and coordinate referrals
- Present investigative briefings to law enforcement, prosecutorial agencies, and industry partners
- Testify about investigative findings in criminal, civil, administrative, and personnel proceedings
- Support investigations led by other bureaus, regulators, inspector general offices, and law enforcement agencies
- Recommend and implement policies, procedures, investigative approaches, and fraud-prevention measures
- Create and maintain investigative standards for accreditation activities and support accreditation process management
- Complete required training, continuing education, and certifications
- Handle other related responsibilities and special projects
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in criminology, criminal justice, law, or a related field from an accredited institution is preferred
- Prior investigative experience within an Office of Inspector General is preferred
- Knowledge of and experience applying section 20.055, Florida Statutes; the Principles and Standards for Offices of Inspectors General (Green Book); CFA investigation standards; and/or other applicable professional investigative standards is preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to conduct in-person interviews with subjects, complainants, and witnesses
- Ability to analyze case records and synthesize information from multiple sources
- Experience planning, conducting, documenting, and defending criminal, internal, corporate integrity, or administrative investigations in due process hearings
- Strong organizational, writing, and multitasking abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively with OIG personnel and department managers and staff at all levels
- Ability to travel with or without accommodations
- Successful completion of state and national criminal history checks, including fingerprinting, before employment
- May require screening under Chapters 435 and 408, Florida Statutes
- Must comply with reasonable-suspicion drug testing under the Drug-Free Workplace Act
Benefits
- Individual and family health insurance coverage
- Free $25,000 life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage
- Dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans
- State of Florida retirement options with employer contributions
- Potential to earn up to 176 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee
- Potential to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually
- Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday per year
- Career advancement opportunities
- Tuition waivers at major Florida colleges and universities
- Student loan forgiveness opportunities, subject to eligibility
- Professional training opportunities
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Shared Savings Program for selected medical services
- Reduced prescription drug copays
- Health and wellness discounts