Fraud Investigator

Title: Fraud InvestigatorLocation: Pensacola, FL (HYBRID)Duration: Initial 6 month contract, with potential extensionsWork Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S. Fraud InvestigatorTo identify, review, investigate fraud activity, claims/cases and risk exposures from various delivery channels. Review transactional activities, internal/external inquiries, and perform investigations to protect our client and its members' financials and assets, and control and mitigate potential fraud loss. Ensure adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations. Work is performed under close supervision. Perform basic/routine tasks requiring moderate analysis and solving problems of moderate complexity.Responsibilities:Investigate various types of transactions/activities/cases (Check Fraud) including reported or alleged loss of assets from various business channelsRespond to inquiries using various communication venues (including inbound telephone calls) to provide explanation for action taken in response to a specific alert or caseCommunicate with internal and external customers on fraud and security issues, problem resolution, account information and investigationsCollect evidence and related documentation via available systems and methods; ensure chain of evidence/documentation is maintained in accordance with federal and state laws, rules, regulations and our client's policies and proceduresReview data gathered to substantiate/disqualify a loss claim or charge off, and escalate as neededResearch public record databases to identify, analyze and verify information related to primary investigations, validation reviews, discrepancies associated with information provided, and assess potential fraud riskCreate detailed reports of investigations to include actions taken and resultsPrepare and maintain data for analysis and referenceDetect fraud trends, red flags and recommend preventive measures to business units and managementMonitor timeline from identification/notification of fraudulent activity to closure, ensuring service level agreements and regulatory requirements are metCollaborate with other business units to gain an understanding of transactions, processes and procedures, their impact on other business units’ processes and procedures, and identify risk potential for fraudulent activityIdentify risk exposure/fraud activity, and recommend restorative/control action (e.g., freezing accounts, contacting/alerting members or appropriate internal/external security/financial personnel, adding restrictions or fraud alerts or holds to members accounts)Determine if suspicious activities are caused by processing errors requiring corrections and/or recommending to management changes to business policies and/or processes to prevent reoccurrenceSupport projects related to fraud detection, prevention or root analysisInvolved in driving continuous process improvement to increase member experience quality; reduce losses; minimize financial risk and maintain high operational efficiencyMaintain knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and our client's policies and proceduresPerforms other duties as assignedQualifications:Familiarity with applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations (e.g., Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, and OFAC regulations)Familiarity with fraud trends and threatsExposure to member/customer service, preferably in a financial institution or contact centerExposure to applying various analytical techniques used in determining and resolving fraud and identity theft in transactions and membership applicationsExposure to working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, vendorsDesired - Familiarity with our client's products, services, programs, policies, and proceduresBasic skill managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goalsBasic skill determining "Intent" and "No Intent" scenariosBasic skill in identifying and responding to Red Flags (e.g., Known Fraud Patterns, Check Image Details, Membership Specific Info, etc.)Basic skill assimilating information, analyzing facts, and developing logical conclusionsBasic skill interpreting and synthesizing large amounts of informationBasic skill exercising initiative and using good judgement to make sound decisionsBasic skill identifying and analyzing business requirements and recommending solutionsBasic organizational, planning and time management skills • Basic investigative, research, analytical, and problem solving skillsBasic skill following, interpreting, and applying relevant data/instructions to guidelines, procedures, practices, and regulationsEffective active listening skills to accurately respond to inquiries and account requestsBasic skill building relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy and tactBasic skill to influence, negotiate, and persuade to reach agreeable exchange and positive outcomesBasic verbal and written communications skillsBasic word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software skillsAssociate's degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Finance, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceDesired - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Finance, or related fieldOur benefits package includes: (EXCLUDE on perm placements)Comprehensive medical benefitsCompetitive pay401(k) retirement plan…and much more! About INSPYR SolutionsTechnology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com. INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. 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