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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Investigator VII in El Paso, Texas
Job/Position DescriptionThe Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) Trafficking Investigator is selected by and reports to the EBT Manager V of the Law Enforcement Directorate. The EBT Investigator VII is a commissioned peace officer and will conduct investigations into the misuse and/or illegal use of Electronic Benefits Transfers involving retailers and recipients. These investigations may involve funds from the Supplement Nutrition Assistants Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Medicaid, Medicaid for Elderly and Disabled Persons (MEPD), Women Infants and Children Program (WIC) and other HHS Programs. The EBT Investigator will conduct surveillance operations, undercover work, conduct interviews of witnesses and interview and/or interrogate targets/suspects of investigations. The EBT Investigator will act as undercover operative, operate surveillance equipment, collect and preserve evidence in accordance to the laws governing evidence collection and admissibility. The EBT Investigator will prepare undercover and surveillance operational plans and submit to the EBT Manager for approval prior to conducting any operations. The EBT Investigator will conduct investigations timely and will initiate investigations upon of receipt of the assigned investigation. The EBT Investigator will be required to testifying in judicial proceedings and/or administrative hearings. Investigations may result in referrals to prosecuting authorities, and referrals to outside entities at the local, state, and federal levels. The EBT Investigator will prepare an investigative report chronologically reporting the allegation(s) investigated, investigative steps taken to complete the investigations, evidence and witness statements, findings of the investigation and action taken. The EBT Investigator will establish cooperation and joint investigations with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. The EBT Investigator will present investigations to the District Attorney in venue that warrants criminal referral. Work includes leading investigative teams in planning, organizing, and conducting complex and comprehensive investigations and examinations. Position works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.50% Travel is required, and this is a commissioned peace officer position. Essential Job FunctionsEJF 1. Conducts investigations and examinations and analysis of business activities of alleged violations of laws, rules, and regulations. Identifies, contacts, and interviews potential suspect, witnesses and complainants. Conduct financial analysis of benefit recipients accounts and uses of benefits and conduct investigations involving the usage of benefits at the retail level and missue of benefits. Collects data and conducts field studies. Assists in performing undercover or surveillance work regarding suspected violators. (40%)EJF 2. Evaluates, summarizes, and documents investigative findings. Prepares records, correspondence, and reports. Interacts and exchanges information with various state or federal law enforcement organizations. Prepares affidavits for search and arrest warrants and assist with the execution of these warrants. (25%)EJF 3. Examines, investigates, and analyzes the business activities of entities to ensure compliance with statutory standards and regulations. Calculates overpayments and establishes intentional program violation claims. May review samples of completed inv https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=588579 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.