Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts Go Back to List Obtain evidence, take statements, produce reports, and testify to findings regarding resolution of fraud allegations. May coordinate fraud detection and prevention activities.

Technology used in this occupation:
	Enterprise system management software

Tasks
	Maintain knowledge of current events and trends in such areas as money laundering and criminal tools and techniques.
	Train others in fraud detection and prevention techniques.
	Research or evaluate new technologies for use in fraud detection systems.
	Prepare evidence for presentation in court.
	Obtain and serve subpoenas.
	Negotiate with responsible parties to arrange for recovery of losses due to fraud.
	Conduct field surveillance to gather case-related information.
	Arrest individuals to be charged with fraud.
	Testify in court regarding investigation findings.
	Advise businesses or agencies on ways to improve fraud detection.

Skills
	Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
	Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
	Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
	Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
	Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
	Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
	Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
	Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Knowledge
	Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
	English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
	Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
	Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
	Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
	Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
	Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
	Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
	Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
	Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.

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Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide $97,474.00 $46.86  $28.93  $32.31 - $54.91  Bridgeport/Stamford $117,591.00 $56.53  $29.92  $31.76 - $58.26  Danbury $91,584.00 $44.04  $27.32  $29.35 - $57.85  Hartford $85,479.00 $41.10  $28.48  $30.52 - $48.26  New Haven $106,651.00 $51.28  $30.14  $35.10 - $62.20  New London/Norwich $94,759.00 $45.55  $33.90  $38.24 - $51.94

Occupation Outlook ( 2016 - 2026 ) Average Annual Job Openings:   39   Employment in this occupation is expected to grow more slowly than average, and the number of annual openings will offer limited job opportunities.

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