Insurance Fraud Investigator II

Final date to receive applications: 8/28/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job

Title:

Insurance Fraud Investigator II

Pay Grade: 15

Salary: $3,960.94 - $5,941.50 Monthly

Employment Type:

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency:
Public Protection Cabinet | Department of Insurance

Location Varies

Candidate will maintain a home office in their home county and will serve the entire state of Kentucky. The selected candidate must reside in one of the following counties;
Bath, Bell,Bourbon, Boyd, Breathitt, Carter, Clark, Clay, Elliott, Estill, Fayette, Fleming, Floyd, Garrard,Greenup, Harlan, Harrison, Jackson, Jessamine, Johnson, Knott, Knox, Laurel, Lawrence, Lee,Leslie, Letcher, Lewis, Lincoln, Madison, Magoffin, Martin, McCreary, Menifee, Montgomery,Morgan, Nicholas, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Powell, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Rowan, Scott, Whitley, Wolfe.

The Department of Insurance, Division of Insurance Fraud Investigation’s mission is to protect the Commonwealth through conducting fair and impartial criminal investigations, and other related activities for the purpose of deterring insurance fraud. Insurance fraud harms thepublic through the increase of premiums paid for insurance coverage. By statute, it is acriminal act to engage in insurance fraud and criminal penalties are an important element inthe prevention and/or deterrence of such crimes.

We are looking for an Insurance Fraud Investigator II to join our team of highly skilledprofessionals. As an Insurance Fraud Investigator II, you will perform professional level work in conducting the more complex and sensitive investigations and other related activities for the purpose of determining whether violations of criminal laws relating to insurance fraud have occurred.

• Plans and conducts sensitive, complex investigations of persons and entities suspected of violating insurance fraud laws. Coordinates case files and investigative reports with other investigators and management. Compiles detailed investigative reports.
• Works closely with administrative staff to compile comprehensive case files and prosecutor notebooks. Communicates with insurance companies. Consults with staff attorneys and the Office of Legal Services on case preparation and litigation. Drafts, present and discuss with prosecuting attorneys info for the preparation and prosecution of criminal practices.
• Assists Investigator Is with conducting investigations, interviewing witnesses and preparing detailed case reports. Assists in training new investigators. Catalogues, marksand secures evidence. Interprets and enforces departmental rules, regulations and policies in performing investigative work.
• Works with other law enforcement agencies (local, state and federal) and insurance company special investigative units to develop insurance fraud and other related criminal cases. Conducts presentations in reference to insurance fraud as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certification is required. For more information about POPS certification please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Organization skills

• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Employee discounts on electronics; health and wellness; retail; travel, events and entertainment; and services and education
• Telecommuting and flexible work schedules

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position areprohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about thisprohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR

SKILLS:

Must have four years of experience in investigative law enforcement or a related field of investigation.

Substitute EDUCATION for

EXPERIENCE:

NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for

EDUCATION:

Experience in investigative law enforcement OR experience in the insurance industry, an insurance regulatory agency or related field in financial analysis, claims adjusting investigation, management, or experience dealing with substantive insurance issues will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be twenty-one years of age. Must possess a valid…