Investigator

Investigator
Tennessee Department of State
Division of Business and Charitable Organizations

Mission: The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to exceed the expectations of our customers, the taxpayers, by operating at the highest levels of accuracy, cost-effectiveness and accountability in a customer-centered environment.

Supervisor: Assistant Director of Business and Charitable Organizations

Summary: Under general supervision, investigate violations of the Charitable Solicitations Act and the Charitable Gaming Implementation Law.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Research case files and computer databases to gather case histories.
• Review court records, affidavits and previous related complaints.
• Interview witnesses, review financial records, and preserve/record evidence.
• Give presentations about the division to community groups and organizations across the state.
• Conduct field work/ travel related to current investigations and registration matters.
• Document procedures and methods used during the investigative process to justify the legitimacy of the investigation and the admissibility of the gathered evidence.
• Submit written reports of findings to the Director detailing known or suspected areas or incidents of noncompliance. May appear as a witness in administrative hearings or court cases.
• Determine compliance with applicable state law and regulations.
• Testify in hearings.
• Maintain database records on charitable organizations, professional solicitors, and fundraising counsel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree and two years of full-time experience in government, investigatory matters or other relevant experience OR four years of full-time employment in one or a combination of the following: governmental investigations, financial fraud investigations or investigating violations of compliance or regulatory matters. Fraud examiner experience and/or auditing experience are preferred.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be willing and able to travel independently throughout the state, including overnight travel.
• Must have experience navigating social media, including, but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Access or similar programs, Excel, and CRM Database.
• Must have ability to tactfully deal with the public and co-workers.
• Must have ability to read an interpret laws and regulations.
• Must have ability to think critically, analyze and solve problems creatively and independently.

Salary: $60,000 annually plus State of Tennessee benefits package....