L&I INVESTIGATOR 4

Our Mission :

Keep Washington Safe and Working!

Our Values :

Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability

Job Highlights

Are you ready for the next challenge in your career development? L&I Investigations Program is looking for an Investigator 4!

This position supports the mission of the Investigations Program, which works to identify, combat, and prevent fraud, theft, abuse, and violations perpetrated by injured workers, employers, providers, and other entities in support of "Keeping Washington Safe and Working".

In this role, you will serve as a principal advisor and provide expert guidance and consultation on all matters involving allegations of wrongdoing under Title 51, RCW and will be responsible for supervising a regional / statewide team of investigators who conduct investigations via the aforementioned statutes. This includes, but is not limited to, planning and investigating complex civil and criminal allegations of economic benefit fraud by injured workers and providers, investigating allegations of claim suppression and discrimination as well as evading taxes and premiums due from businesses employing workers in the State of Washington. Additionally, this position will investigate other significant violations under L&I's statutory authority including sensitive and controversial cases.

This supervisory position is responsible for leading and directing investigators on investigative protocols. It is also responsible for leading, guiding, and directing surveillance activities, evidence collection, analyzing referrals for assignment, monitoring investigative progress, and ensuring completed staff work. In the role, you will build and develop investigative teamwork internally and externally, aimed at effectively stopping waste, fraud and abuse of the Workers' Compensation System. The position consults with and acts as regional / statewide expert on statewide investigation activities for claims staff, investigators, AAG's, prosecutors, auditors, revenue agents and others to produce an effective result that supports the mission of the Fraud Prevention and Labor Standards Division at L&I. The position acts as an expert on investigations within an assigned region in FPLS. This position is responsible for responding to inquiries from L&I leadership, AAG, and other stakeholders as assigned.

Some of what you'll do :

• Supervises lower level investigators and directs all aspects of investigation activities on behalf of the CSCPS division statewide.
• Investigation activities
• Principle liaison and regional expert / statewide advisor to leadership, Attorney General's office staff, and other stakeholders on all matters involving the investigation of industrial insurance fraud, theft, or other wrongdoing.
• Performs general administrative duties.
• And much more!
• For a complete listing of job duties, feel free to email the recruiter, Steve Camerer, at cste235@lni.wa.gov for a Position Description Form (AKA Job Description).

Required :

Researching records and developing case files;

Note : Two years of related college-level course work may be substituted for experience

Preferred :

Adapts easily to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities. Adapts approach, goals and methods to achieve successful solutions and results in dynamic situations.

Appropriately prioritizes and concurrently services multiple, long-term case assignments, integrating many factors into case decisions and ensuring accurate, high quality service delivery.

Actively collaborate with co-workers to provide them with information, techniques, instruction, feedback and encouragement to maximize their success on the job.

Ability to speak and write clearly, concisely, accurately and informatively. Uses language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience. Techniques of investigative report writing include establishing proof of facts and evidence sufficient to be used in court or administrative hearing. Ability to write affidavits of probable cause and summaries of fact.

The ability to coordinate with others inside or outside the organization to share information, make decisions, arrange for services or other assistance, and / or implement solutions to problems or complaints.

Enforces governmental laws, rules and regulations, and initiates enforcement actions in such a way that the public perceives as fair, objective and reasonable.

Earns the trust, respect and confidence of coworkers and customers through consistent honesty, forthrightness and professionalism in all interactions.

Ability to maintain highest levels of confidentiality at all times.

Logically integrates various ideas, intentions and information to form effective goals, objectives, timelines, action plans and solutions.

Responds to difficult, stressful or sensitive interpersonal situations in ways that reduce or minimize potential conflict, and maintains good working relationships among internal and external customers.

Supporting and focusing on the vision, mission, and goals of the organization and team; understanding the benefits of teamwork; cooperating with and offering assistance to others; recognizing the contributions of others; viewing the success of the organization and team as more important than individual achievement; contributing to the development, cohesion, and productivity of the team; appropriately sharing information internally and externally; supporting teamwork and cooperation through open and honest communication; helping others learn new systems, processes or programs.

Setting and adhering to priorities; meeting productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules; pursuing efficiency and economy in the use of resources; being responsive and timely to e-mails, phone messages, and mail; efficient use of work time, equipment, and resources.

Effectively organizes multiple assignments, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing demands and / or priorities, to produce work products that are accurate, thorough, and on time.

Things You Need To Know

To help you maintain a proper work-life balance, teleworking is one of the work schedule options for this position. L&I also offers flexible custom work schedules.

State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee's career. Click on the "Benefits" tab to learn more.

At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety, health, and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this brief video and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.

For this position, telework is permitted part time. The assigned duty station for this position is Tumwater, Washington. The selected candidate will spend at least 2 days per week in the office.

Alternate Location : The assigned duty station may be in any of our L&I service locations statewide. The incumbent must reside anywhere in Washington State, as well as those living near the Oregon / Washington or Idaho / Washington borders.

For positions where in-office work is necessary, the frequency of telework will be discussed with the supervisor of the position at the time of offer.

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Application process

We will contact the top candidates directly to interview for this position. Because we base the selection on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities that address the required and desirable qualifications described in the announcement.

Please include the following documents with your application :

Please do not attach or place any medical information (vaccination status included) within the application, resume, or cover letter. If you do, we will have to reject your application to safeguard others from receiving your confidential information. You will have to remove the confidential information before you can apply again.

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Background Check Notice

Prior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.

Other information

Did You Know?

Washington is America's Top State to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.

In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety, health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.

Veterans Preference

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact L&I's Jobs@lni.wa.gov

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency's greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.

For more Information

If you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact Steve Camerer at cste235@lni.wa.gov

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