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Crime Victims Claims Investigator-AG

Ohio Attorney General's Office See More Job Openings by This Employer

Full Time

Columbus, OH

January 3, 2025 Investigator Criminal Law

Job Description

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

24 mos. trg. or 24 mos. exp. in investigation practices & techniques or law enforcement;

-Or Completion of associate core program in criminal justice, accounting or related field which emphasizes training in investigation practices & techniques.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills\: Investigation, Attention to detail, time management, written communication, verbal communication, confidentiality

The Ohio Attorney General's Office is currently seeking a knowledgeable and motivated candidate for the position of Crime Victims Claims Investigator, Economic Loss Specialist in the Crime Victim Services Section. This position requires investigation of crime victims compensation claims to ensure equitable disbursement of funds. The headquarter location for this position is Columbus, Ohio. This position will work a hybrid in- person/remote schedule. There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

-Investigates crime victims compensation claims in an objective and timely manner to ensure equitable disbursement of crime victims reparations funds in accordance with applicable Ohio law

-Reviews reparations applications for completeness and accuracy

-Calculates applicants economic loss utilizing basic accounting/bookkeeping principles

-Analyzes case fact pattern and develops investigatory plan of action

-Determines and develops sources to contact for information-gathering purposes

-Creates specialized correspondence necessary to gather case-specific information

-Evaluates claims to determine compensability of claim

-Verifies all claimed expenses through appropriate third party and their causal relationship to alleged criminal conduct

-Writes memoranda summarizing interviews with law enforcement, prosecutors and court personnel to clarify documentation when necessary for verification

-Reviews law enforcement and/or medical documentation to identify any conduct or behavior that may disqualify applicant from eligibility

-Identifies other potential sources of compensation and verifies their proper utilization

-Verifies applicants lost income

-Produces memoranda and exhibits used in court proceedings as evidence to reflect facts of case and prepares case for court

-Responds to applicants, service providers and attorney inquiries related to the claims process and provides updates on the status of individual claims

-Prioritizes weekly work assignments to maximize efficiency and advises supervisor on status of investigations/claims

-Assists legal staff in preparation for appeals process

-Testifies in appeals process as necessary

-Reads and interprets court orders and/or other documents pertinent to the claim

The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.

The Attorney General’s Office is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines. AGO leadership strives to maintain an inclusive workplace. We begin by being an equal opportunity employer, a workplace where talent gains you entry and performance determines your career path. Staff can join and lead employee resource groups, participate in online or in-person events discussing society’s impact on our services and workplace, and learn about different cultures and experiences.

Employees of the Attorney General's Office must have been in their current positions for at least 12 months in order to be eligible for consideration.

The Attorney General's Office may fill additional, similar positions as a result of this posting.

The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Serves at the pleasure of the Attorney General per O.R.C. 124.14(B)(2).

AGO#\: 24-12-205

Background Check Info:

Selected candidate(s) will be subject to the following background checks:
Criminal history
Driving record
Taxes
Drug Test

In addition, an Internet search may be conducted of publicly available and job-related information through social media
(Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.) or through the use of search engines (Google, Bing, etc.).

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

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