What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investigations Specialist position at Disability Solutions?
Investigations Specialist
A Distribution Conglomerate in Anaheim, CA is looking to expand their team.
Overview :
The Investigation Specialist is tasked with overseeing and executing in-depth investigations at the store level, focusing on fraud, theft, financial discrepancies, and violations of operational compliance.
Key Responsibilities :
Lead and perform detailed investigations into store-level incidents such as fraud, theft, financial misconduct, and breaches of operational protocols, ensuring thorough resolutions in line with organizational standards; onsite and travel required.
Develop and regularly update standardized procedures for investigations to ensure efficiency, consistency, and full compliance with internal policies and relevant legal guidelines.
Gather, examine, and authenticate various forms of evidence such as security footage, transaction histories, system logs, and witness accounts, to build strong cases and support decision-making.
Work in close collaboration with store management, loss prevention, finance, and legal teams to ensure investigations are conducted confidentially, and that appropriate actions are implemented.
Proactively monitor store operations to identify potential irregularities, risks, and non-compliance issues, taking preemptive measures to address them.
Analyze trends and patterns in fraudulent activity and operational violations, providing insights and recommending strategies to minimize financial losses and mitigate future risks.
Partner with internal teams such as security, compliance, and audits to ensure that stores adhere to corporate policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.
Engage with external agencies, including law enforcement, financial entities, and regulatory bodies, when necessary, to advance investigations, escalate serious cases, and guarantee legal compliance.
Provide training and ongoing support to store managers and relevant staff on fraud detection methods, compliance practices, security procedures, and incident management.
Required Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Fraud Prevention, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
At least 5 years of experience in store-level investigations, fraud detection, loss prevention, or corporate security.
Proven experience in conducting personal or auditing investigations, particularly in financial fraud or compliance issues.
Previous experience working with law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, or corporate risk management departments is highly desirable.
Strong expertise in investigative methods, forensic auditing, evidence handling, and risk evaluation.
Understanding of retail operations, cash handling processes, and fraud prevention measures.
If you’re passionate about an opportunity like this, we’d love to hear from you.
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