Special Investigator
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AIPSO is a management organization and service provider for various insurance industry groups responsible for administering the residual market. We are a national organization that serves local customer needs. Centralization and standardization are key to many AIPSO services because of the inherent economies of scale and other efficiencies. However, our organization is based on customer focus and recognizes the need for flexibility in serving customer groups with diverse interests. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Conduct field investigations and surveillance that will include visits to producers, applicants, medical facilities, law offices, auto body shops and other locations as required. Interviews of subjects involved may be conducted and statements recorded. Photographs will be taken and diagrams prepared when appropriate. • Maintain an extensive network of contacts in the investigative community and participate in investigative task forces and working groups. • Cooperate and serve as an investigative resource to servicing carriers, auto insurers, the Insurance Fraud Bureau of the New York State Department of Financial Services, law enforcement agencies and other bona fide insurance fraud fighting organizations. • Review referrals received from servicing carriers and auto insurers and conduct follow up in accordance with established criteria. • Conduct research in various databases and records to develop information and leads. • Prepare and forward referrals to the Insurance Fraud Bureau of the New York State Department of Financial Services when required. • May provide evidence and testify in cases where law enforcement agencies pursue prosecution. • Coverage area will include the Bronx and north of New York City. Education: A Bachelor's Degree (BS/BA) in criminal justice or related field is preferred. Additional appropriate experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Experience: 3 or more years of experience as a law enforcement investigator and professional claims investigation experience in a company SIU is preferred. Professional investigation experience involving economic or insurance-related matters is a plus. Skills/Knowledge: • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office productivity tools (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, Access) to manage work. • Effective problem-solving skills, including ability to analyze complex issues, find the root cause of the problem, and consider a wide range of alternatives before acting. • Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups or individuals. • Ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility while maintaining attention to detail. • Demonstrate excellent organizational skills. • Ability to work independently and interact professionally and effectively in a team environment. • Familiarity with linking and mapping software and researching public record database resources such as NY Department of Motor Vehicles, TLO, Nexis/Lexis, is preferred. • Ability to assist in providing training on Plan procedures to subscriber SIUs. Salary Range: $77,000 - $123,400 Annual. Actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; internal equity and other conditions of employment. AIPSO is an equal opportunity employer. To this end, all employment related decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis and in full compliance with federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.