Principal Fraud Risk and Audit Analyst - Investigator Senior - Paid Leave

Working Title : Principal Fraud Risk and Audit Analyst

Job Class : Investigator Senior

Agency : Department of Employment and Economic Development

Job ID : 89716

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Regular / Temporary : Limited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 10 / 18 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 07 / 2025

Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Department of Employment & Economic Development

Division / Unit : Paid Family & Medical Leave

Work Shift / Work Hours : Day Shift, 8 : 00AM - 4 : 30PM

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range : $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually

Classified Status : Unclassified

Bargaining Unit / Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees / MAPE

End Date : Up to three (3) years

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities () : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

About the Paid Leave Division :

Paid Leave is a new program launching in 2026. The program will provide partial wage replacement to Minnesota workers who are out of work due to a qualifying condition, such as a severe health condition that prevents them from working, or when they need time to care for a family member or a new child. We are building a program that will be easy for every Minnesotan to use. We are engaging the people who depend on us-workers, employers, caregivers, and insurers-to learn from them and build the program around their needs. We are using modern service delivery and product practices to deliver the program. The Paid Leave team has high standards and an unrelenting commitment to serving Minnesotans. It is a start-up environment without legacy systems or preconceived ways of working, so we have a unique opportunity to create human-centric processes and systems to deliver this new benefit to Minnesotans.

Position Purpose :

The Principal Fraud Risk and Audit Analyst is responsible for the review, evaluation, and investigation of data reports and referrals received regarding abuse and / or fraud by Paid Leave benefit applicants, recipients, grantees, and employers and staff. The incumbent will ensure reported and actual instances of fraud, waste, and abuse are investigated, remediated, and minimized. The incumbent will perform audits and investigations, evaluate the results to determine the cause and effect, recommend improvements, and determine if additional audit work is needed. Additionally, the incumbent will educate and provide technical, advisory and consultative services to Paid Leave staff and managers on the anti-fraud and audit programs and activities.

Key Responsibilities :

Fraud Investigation and Recoveries : Review, evaluate, and investigate referrals for potential abuse and / or fraud. Conduct interviews, coordinate enforcement activities and subpoena process, evaluate and refer cases for recovery of funds erroneously paid, manage caseload and ensure thorough and timely documentation. Consult and advise program managers and staff on how to implement recommendations on anti-fraud, waste, and abuse activities.

Internal and External Investigations and Audits : Perform financial, compliance, and data privacy audits and investigations for the Paid Leave program. Perform data analysis to understand trends and patterns of fraud, abuse, and control deficiencies; use identified trends and patterns to make recommendations and implement changes to investigatory and internal control practices.

Provide training and consultancy : Lead and / or assist in developing training and presentations for fraud detection, anti-fraud activities, and program integrity policies and procedures. Assist in implementing and understanding corrective actions. Review and revise Program policies and procedures.

Start-up spirit : Be prepared to adapt and take a hands-on approach in the early phases of the program and support iterative growth of the team and processes.

This position is telework () eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

This is a temporary unclassified appointment anticipated to last up to three (3) years.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Three (3) years of experience performing fraud investigations, internal audits or internal control work.

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following :

Experience utilizing investigative techniques, and both qualitative and quantitative analysis to assess information, processes, and data metrics to translate information into action plans.

Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees and the public, communicating effectively between a diverse set of internal stakeholders.

Ability to provide consultancy services and contribute to the planning, development, and implementation of policies impacting program integrity and internal controls.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, criminal justice, finance, insurance, or other closely related field as determined by the agency.

Experience working in and supporting a large, diverse, and dispersed team.

Experience using software programs such as Microsoft Suite, Google, Salesforce, etc. to investigate, audit and / or compile reports.

Experience performing data analysis.

Ability to adapt and take a hands-on approach during the early phases of a program, supporting the iterative growth of teams and processes.

Ability to understand and interpret state statutes, policies, procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations.

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components :

Criminal Background Check

Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)

Employment Reference Check

Conflict of Interest Review

Driver's License and Records Check

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer / educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.