Special Investigator

Posted on: 2007-09-12

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: • Knowledge of investigative procedures, interviewing techniques, obtaining analytical data. • Analyze facts, data and documents and prepare clear and concise investigative reports. • Maintain technical competency within the area of specialization, provide expert testimony. • Knowledge of jurisdictional laws and statutes Certifications/Accreditations/Affiliations Texas Certified Peace Officer, 1996 John E Reid and Associates, The Reid Technique of Interviewing and Interrogation International Association of Special Investigators, IASIU, member since 2004 Department of Insurance Casualty and Property Adjusters License, Texas #486222 EDUCATION AND RELEVANT COURSEWORK AMERICAN EDUCATION INSTITUTE Fraud Claim Law Associate, October, 2001 KAPLAN UNIVERSITY Bachelor of Science Degree Criminal Justice (Pending) Award September 11, 2007 * SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE, San Antonio, TX Criminal Justice emphasis 68 hours, 1993-1996 EMPLOYMENT THI, INC/Nationwide Insurance, San Antonio, TX, Special Investigator 2002 to current • Function as special investigation level to investigate assigned/referred claims suspected of insurance fraud and other irregularities. Conduct timely investigations through accurate inquiry of the relevant facts. Make recommendations based on investigative findings to claims staff. • Maintain a caseload as assigned by SIU Manager • Proper management of external vendors regarding investigations. • Conduct red flag indicator fraud training to Claims Staff as requested by upper management. • Maintains a professional rapport with federal, state and local government agencies. The Hartford, San Antonio, TX., Senior Investigator 1998-2002 • Function as a first level investigator in the Claims Investigation Unit regarding suspect claims consisting of an element of fraud. • Maintained a work case load to consist of investigating theft/fire losses UltraMar Diamond Shamrock, San Antonio, TX Intervention Specialist 1995-1997 • Functioned as an intervention specialist, monitoring security store alarms, residential alarms. Dispatched the necessary law enforcement investigating authority.