Albany, NY NYSIF Surveillance & SIU Investigator

Come grow with us! Lemieux & Associates, a national leader in the investigative industry, is seeking experienced Field Investigators in the Albany, NY or surrounding area. This is a full‑time position for the right individual.

Non‑Exempt

A full‑time investigator familiar with New York State Insurance Fund surveillance & SIU/Claims investigations is needed to cover the Albany, NY and surrounding area. Applicants must be timely with follow‑up and have experience conducting surveillance & SIU/Claims investigation specifically for NYSIF. The investigator must also be familiar with NYSIF protocols and be able to follow all directives and policies in place.

Note:

If an applicant is currently on another agency’s NYSIF Personnel Spreadsheet, they must be removed prior to employment with Lemieux & Associates as a NYSIF investigator.

• Conducting surveillance assignments within investigation parameters and special instructions
• Conducting PDFR’s (Alive and Well checks), Beneficiary Field Reviews, Claimant/Employer Interviews, and Forms assignments.
• The investigator must also be familiar with NYS WCB forms and be able to determine whether the acquired forms are acceptable for submission to the WCB by the client.
• Investigators are expected to be able to discreetly determine information such as the subject’s identity, whereabouts, and any other investigative procedures that may include direct contact as the investigation warrants.
• Surveillance typically is conducted in four‑hour blocks but is subject to change, with multiple blocks worked per day.
• The investigator is also expected to follow procedures and protocols laid out by Lemieux & Associates as well as the client.
• Testifies to the facts collected in any hearing or court of law.
• Other assignments and projects as dictated by business need or management direction.

• Working Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, and Adobe Acrobat
• Effective written communication skills and report writing
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to effectively build rapport
• Ability to make timely phone calls as necessary to facilitate an interview
• Ability to conduct interviews with employers and claimants thoroughly while following procedures and protocols laid out by Lemieux & Associates as well as the client
• Flexibility to work varied/irregular hours and days including holidays and weekends
• Able to work well independently
• Able to travel extensively throughout assigned territory and effectively manage expenses
• Possess a reliable vehicle, digital camera and computer with Windows Operating
• Possess a valid state‑issued driver's license

• Experience conducting surveillance as a private investigator is a must
• Bi‑lingual is a plus
• Possess a valid state‑issued driver's license
• Possess a reliable vehicle, digital camera and computer with Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word and Internet connection

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is typically in the community. The employee is regularly required to spend long periods of time in an automobile or other location for surveillance purposes. Regularly operates a video camera, computer, and cellular telephone. Communicates on a regular basis with supervisors, clients, and staff via telephone and email. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Salary: $25 - $32 per hour