Special Agent

Overview

With a 110-year heritage, the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) is the nation's premier not-for-profit organization dedicated exclusively to fighting insurance fraud and crime. NICB membership includes more than 1,200 property-casualty insurance companies, vehicle rental companies, auto auctions, vehicle finance companies, self-insured organizations and strategic partners. Our nearly 400 employees work with law enforcement, technology experts, government officials, prosecutors, international crime-fighting organizations and the public to lead a united effort to prevent and combat insurance fraud and crime.

A career with NICB is rewarding and fulfilling for people who have a passion to play an important role in combating insurance fraud and vehicle crime. We know our people are our competitive advantage, and we offer a work atmosphere that is second to none.

This position serves as the primary NICB contact with member companies and law enforcement agencies, providing advice on preventing and combating insurance-related crime and fraud in designated geographical areas. Special Agents initiate and conduct investigations which result in the dismantlement of organized groups/rings, arrests of those involved, loss mitigations, restitution, and reduction of insurance fraud. The position functions as the investigative arm of NICB, working in cooperation with member companies, law enforcement and other associated agencies to combat insurance-related crime.

This is a field position assigned to an Area of Responsibility (AOR) and requires travel within that AOR to fulfill job responsibilities.

• Conduct timely and thorough multi-claim, multi-carrier criminal investigations.
• Collect, analyze, and calculate relevant data for use in investigations.
• Properly document all phases of investigative activity.
• Prepare summary investigative presentations for submission to law enforcement/prosecutor.
• Represent NICB in criminal court as requested, often testifying as an expert witness.
• Liaise with member companies, law enforcement and government agencies to promote and provide NICB services.
• Function as a “technical” expert in fraud investigations and identifying insurance fraud schemes/claim file review.
• Maintain membership in appropriate professional organizations.
• Collaborate effectively in a Task Force environment and contribute as a team player.
• Establish and maintain business relationships with member companies, law enforcement, regulatory agencies, and vendors.
• Provide comprehensive training to member companies and law enforcement on related insurance crime matters.
• Identify potential new member customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Recognized functional expert with above-average performance sustained over time.
• Ability to interface successfully with a variety of people.
• Discretion and independent judgment in matters of significance.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.
• Capacity to travel.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of organizational skills.
• Sound decision-making skills.
• Operate and maintain NICB issued equipment, including the ability to drive a company vehicle.

• Bachelor’s degree or 7-10 years of equivalent experience required.
• Valid Driver’s license required; must be able to drive a company vehicle.
• 3-5 years of related investigative experience required.
• Insurance industry or law enforcement experience preferred.

This position has no direct reports.

All levels of NICB employees;
Law Enforcement and Prosecutors at all levels;
Member Company Personnel.

• Works in an unstructured environment.
• Covers a wide geographical area with little or no direct onsite supervision.
• Squatting, climbing, stooping.
• May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Travel required.

$66,750 to $73,330.

NICB offers a comprehensive benefits package, an attractive 401(k) plan and generous paid time off. For more information, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The NICB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to protected characteristics or status, in accordance with applicable laws.