Real Estate Fraud Examiner

Meet the Team!

The District Attorney of Riverside County, as the public prosecutor acting on behalf of the People, vigorously enforces the law, pursues the truth, protects those victimized by crime, exonerates the innocent, and safeguards the rights of all to ensure that justice is done on behalf of our community.  The office’s staff of over 700 is comprised of prosecuting attorneys, sworn investigators, victim-witness advocates, paralegals, investigative technicians, forensic analysts, and a wide range of information technology and supporting staff all committed to excellence and integrity in public service.  We are, and we seek to maintain, a diverse workforce to match a diverse county.

What’s Next?

This recruitment is open to all applicants.

• Assists District Attorney Investigators in the investigation of real estate fraud cases ranging from misdemeanor through complex felony cases; collects and analyzes information and evidence for the preparation of search and/or arrest warrants.

• Analyzes financial documents and related records to establish or facilitate in the determination of loss amounts and methods of operation of suspects; assists with the preparation of charts, diagrams and other visual aids to demonstrate method of operation and link suspects, victims and financial institutions.

• Utilizes computer systems to access and retrieve information from local, state and federal computer databases; evaluates and analyzes information retrieved.

• Performs forensic analysis of financial records, loan applications, escrow files, title reports, medical records, motor vehicle records and other documents needed for evidence in assigned fraud cases.

• Accompanies and assists law enforcement personnel in searches of crime scenes for evidence by gathering, analyzing, and preserving evidence concerning crimes and complaints.

• Assists in the preparation of reports to be filed that will lead to the arrest of those suspected of criminal activity; prepares a variety of reports, exhibit lists and declarations, and maintains a variety of records, logs and files; maintains database of possible suspects or others involved in the transactions such as appraisers, notaries, escrow officers, and credit companies.

• Works in collaboration with prosecutors from the investigative state through completion of resulting trial and sentencing; prepares reports of the action taken and the findings of an investigation; consults with Deputy District Attorneys on assigned cases regarding the sufficiency of evidence; appears in court to testify as to the particulars of a real estate fraud investigation and the nature of the evidence.

• Maintains knowledge of changes in real estate legislation and real estate forms, current fraud case law, investigative and evidence collection techniques and office policies and procedures; attends additional job specific training courses and seminars as required.

• Operates technical investigative equipment such as tape recorders, cameras, and electronic sound equipment.

OPTION I

Experience: Five years of experience managing or supervising real estate sales agents, transaction coordinators, escrow officers or processors, title representatives or mortgage processors/underwriters.

OPTION II

Experience: Five years of experience as an associate broker qualified by the Department of Real Estate; or as a Title Agent which included examining the original source of title for a property; or as an Escrow Officer which included reading, auditing, following sales transactions to discern money transactions, and the audit of Final HUD 1 to determine the flow of funds.

Knowledge of: Methods and techniques of investigation of real estate fraud; escrow files, title documents, loan applications, and all documents related to real estate transactions; banking procedures, recordkeeping, and the analysis of financial and real estate transactions.

Ability to: Assist with the collection, assembly, analysis and evaluation of facts and evidence to draw logical conclusions and make sound recommendations; review and analyze various financial transactions to document the flow of funds; utilize and interpret a variety of advisory data and information such as regulations, policies, state penal and vehicle codes, statutes, local ordinances, police procedures/forms/ technical operations manuals, guidelines, law enforcement and other databases, warrant information, victim/witness statements, criminal complaints, investigative and statistical reports, medical records, crime bulletins, handwriting samples, training materials, subpoenas, citations, bank records, activity logs, and non-routine correspondence; analyze data and information using established criteria in order to determine consequences and to identify and select alternatives; work effectively with a variety of law enforcement agencies and private industry personnel; compare, classify, categorize, compute, tabulate, differentiate, measure and/or sort data and information; assemble, copy, record and transcribe data and information; prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports.

Other Requirements

Valid California driver's license.

For more information regarding the position, please contact the recruiter Mary Miller at 951-955-3464 or via email at mmiller@rivco.org.
 

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference 
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:  https://rivcocob.org/board-policies 

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability 

Proof of Education 
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).  A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. 

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com. 

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