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Special Investigator
New Hartford, NY

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The Special Investigator position in New Hartford, NY is a full-time role at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***, a nationally recognized property & casualty insurance carrier. The company is looking for a highly skilled and experienced individual with a strong background in insurance claims investigation and a focus on quality, timeliness, and cost control. The Special Investigator will be responsible for conducting investigations of assigned claims suspected of insurance fraud and other irregularities, maintaining a high level of integrity and confidentiality, and providing factual information to underwriting for risk evaluation. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field, 5-10 years of insurance claims investigation experience, and preferably hold the SCLA designation. The salary range for this position is $63,600-$95,300 and the company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, a 401(k) profit sharing and investment plan, and various voluntary benefits. Utica National is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages professional development by offering tuition assistance, training, and professional designations. If you are interested in joining an amazing team and working for a company that values its employees, apply now for the Special Investigator position in New Hartford, NY.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct investigations of assigned claims suspected of insurance fraud and other irregularities
- Maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality while handling personal and confidential information
- Provide factual information to underwriting for risk evaluation
- Ensure assigned cases are investigated and reported back to the SIU Manager within prescribed time allowance
- Maintain contact with the company's claim service and underwriting departments to build relationships and improve claims operations
- Develop a network of resources and maintain rapport with federal, state, and local governmental agencies to assist in investigative efforts
- Testify in civil and criminal courts
- Maintain technical competency by attending insurance fraud seminars and other company-sponsored courses
- May be responsible for training other investigators or claims staff with fraud training
- May run special projects or initiatives under the direction of the SIU Manager
- Participate in professional organizations
- Assist in security issues and law enforcement agencies involving requests for information and documentation on criminal matters
- Conform with all corporate policies and procedures

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field, and/or equivalent experience
- SCLA designation preferred, including completion of the Fraud Claims Law Associate courses
- 5-10 years of insurance claims investigation experience or professional investigation experience with law enforcement agencies
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Willingness to pursue additional designations and insurance course work

Benefits:

- Competitive salary range of $63,600-$95,300
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- 401(k) profit sharing and investment plan with annual company financial contributions
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Tuition assistance, training, and professional designations
- Company-paid family leave
- Adoption/surrogacy assistance benefit
- Voluntary benefits including group accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, legal, ID theft protection, and pet insurance
- Student loan refinancing services
- Care.com membership with back-up care and senior solutions
- Business travel accident insurance
- Matching gifts program
- Paid volunteer day
- Employee referral award program
- Wellness programs

Join the team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** and experience a fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and development. Apply now for the Special Investigator position in New Hartford, NY.






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