SIU Investigator

About the role

Allied Universal Compliance and Investigation Services is hiring a Special Investigations Unit (SIU) Investigator in Yonkers, NY. SIU specialists investigate insurance claims that show signs of fraud and decide whether they should be reported to the appropriate state agency for prosecution. The position is full-time and pays $32-$38 per hour.

Key responsibilities

• Independently investigate suspected fraudulent insurance claims across workers' compensation, general liability, property and casualty and disability coverages.
• Gather information through data collection, interviews, research and collaboration with other SIU entities, law enforcement and state Departments of Insurance.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for investigations, file reviews, audits, training tasks and consulting projects.
• Write professional reports, memos and letters that are clear, concise and grammatically correct.
• Run database searches when needed and verify the accuracy of results.
• Develop a strategic plan for each assignment and communicate effectively with clients and the SIU supervisor.

Required profile

• Valid driver's license with at least one year of driving experience; must live in the state listed in the posting.
• Either a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, or a high school diploma or higher with at least five years of professional law enforcement experience focused on fraud investigations.
• Private investigator license in the state where work is done, and completion of Allied Universal's training/orientation after the offer.
• At least five years of experience investigating complex insurance claims or adjusting them.
• Knowledge of anti-fraud laws, insurance regulations and compliance standards in the home state and region.
• Flexibility to work varied, irregular hours including weekends and holidays.

Required skills

• Proficiency with laptops and cell phones.
• Typing speed of 40+ words per minute with minimal errors.
• Preferred: military or law enforcement experience, insurance administration experience, familiarity with California SIU regulations, and certifications such as CFE, CIFI, FCLA, FCLS, CPP, AIC or CPCU.

What we offer

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance.
• Seven paid holidays and sick days where required by law.
• Vacation accrues at 3.08 hours biweekly, paid out only where required by law.