Fraud Investigator II (Bank Fraud Investigations)

Company: USAA
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: April 3, 2025

Job Description:

Why USAA?At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.The OpportunityAs a dedicated Fraud Investigator II, you will conduct internal or external fraud investigations and files regulatory reports according to legal requirements while ensuring adherence to all applicable deadlines. Completes interviews with internal and external parties. Performs mitigation and remediation activities while utilizing multiple applications and platforms in support of fraud operation activities to alleviate any potential negative impact to members and/or the organization.We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Charlotte, NC, Tampa, FL or Colorado Springs, CO.Relocation assistance is not available for this position.What you'll do:

• Conducts less complex fraud investigations of suspected or known criminal activity, which includes cases of less severity, cases with less member accounts and transactions, or limited to one fraud type. - -
• Reviews monetary and non-monetary fraud transactions, conducts interviews, and analyzes transaction data to detect fraudulent or unusual patterns and trends in support of the investigative process.
• Performs thorough analysis of evidence; assesses veracity of information compiled, to include documentary materials and results of interviews, to develop investigative conclusions.
• Utilizes knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, applicable laws and regulations, company policies and best practices in the investigative field to organize investigative results,
• Prepares cases for criminal prosecution, obtains and preserves evidence, and presents evidence to appropriate law enforcement agencies for prosecution.
• May provide testimony to the grand jury and trial courts and file regulatory reports as necessary.
• Identifies and partners with tenured Investigators to resolve issues; identifies appropriate issues for escalation such as fraudulent trends, vulnerabilities causing increased fraudulent activity and/or larger than normal losses.
• Serves as a liaison with law enforcement agencies and other institutions to ensure USAA is informed of all relevant potential risks.
• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.What you have:
  • Bachelor's Degree; OR 4 years of related financial services or federal, state, local, or military law enforcement investigations experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
  • 2 years of experience in financial services, investment or financial crimes.
  • Basic understanding of the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, and other applicable laws and regulations.
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical experience.What sets you apart:
    • 1+ years of experience with Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR).
    • Previous/Current experience with SaFire and ECAMS.
    • Federal, State, or Local Law Enforcement experience.
    • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
    • US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner.Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $63,590 - $121,530.Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. -Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. -Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. -For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. -USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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