Fraud Control Specialist

Organization

Job & Family Services

Agency Contact Name and Information: odjfscareerso.gov

Feb 18, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

United States of America-OHIO

Full-time

1199

Human Services

Human Services

Organizing and Planning, Time Management, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:

• Cash and Food Assistance
• Employment Services and Workforce Development
• Unemployment Insurance
• Adult Protective Services
• Child Support

Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone’s world!

Guiding Principles

• We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
• We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees.
• We get better at what we do every day.

Office of Family Assistance

The Office of Family Assistance (OFA) provides operational, technical assistance and training support for safety net programs that assist low-income Ohioans. It manages public assistance programs like Ohio Works First (OWF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), and the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). OFA also develops policies for county agencies, administers the Ohio Benefits online system, and supports employment and training initiatives to help Ohioans achieve economic stability.

Learn more about the office by visiting the ODJFS OFA webpage .

What You Will Do

This position serves as a program consultant supporting county agencies in the administration of fraud investigation and benefit recovery activities for SNAP and cash public assistance programs. The role combines technical expertise, regulatory interpretation, training, and collaborative problem-solving to ensure program integrity across Ohio's counties.

Job Duties

• Provide consultation, guidance, and technical assistance to county agencies on fraud investigation and benefit recovery processes.
• Support counties in managing and calculating claims, conducting investigations, identifying internal fraud, preparing cases for prosecution, and navigating administrative hearings and disqualifications.
• Offer technical assistance on systems used by county fraud and benefit recovery staff in coordination with ODJFS offices, other state agencies, federal agencies, law enforcement, and courts.
• Assist in developing and implementing procedures to ensure compliance with administrative rules and program requirements.
• Develop, present, and participate in training sessions, including quarterly fraud control meetings, targeted training sessions, conferences, and virtual sessions.
• Create desk aids, handouts, and PowerPoint presentations to support training and technical assistance.
• Monitor and review fraud and benefit recovery data submitted by counties by conducting periodic county reviews of core benefit recovery activities, providing feedback and requesting corrective action when warranted.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and responses to inquiries from external stakeholders such as legislators, other states, law enforcement, and federal agencies.
• Provide recommendations for developing or revising state regulations related to fraud and benefit recovery.
• Perform related duties, such as attending staff meetings, preparing reports and presentations, maintaining logs and records, and representing the office at conferences.
• Travel as needed to counties, meetings, and training events.

Challenges

• Managing a high volume of inquiries from counties and external partners with varying levels of urgency.
• Interpreting complex and evolving federal and state regulations and ensuring consistent application across counties.
• Navigating sensitive or contentious situations involving fraud allegations, prosecution referrals, and administrative disqualifications.
• Ensuring accuracy and consistency in data collection, analysis, and reporting across multiple counties.

Schedule: Full-time

Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Location: This position will be headquartered at the Rhodes State Office Tower, 30 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215

Travel: Occasional travel within the state of Ohio.

PN(s):

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…