Deputy Chief of Investigations, Medicaid Fraud

Salary : $115,000.00 - $143,232.00 Annually
Location : Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-E-05
Administration: Chief Deputy - Attorney General
Bureau: Medicaid Fraud
Opening Date: 04/28/2026


Summary of Duties and Responsibilities


Under the direction of the Director and the Chief of Investigations in the Medicaid Fraud Control Bureau, the Deputy Chief of Investigation is responsible for providing guidance and supervision to a team of personnel who are engaged in conducting both criminal and civil investigations into fraud, waste, and abuse allegations against Medicaid providers in the State of Illinois.


The Deputy Chief of Investigations provides overall direction to investigations assigned to their team. They are responsible for reviewing and evaluating investigative reports, case summaries, and criminal intelligence products to assist with target selection, case development and strategic planning; approving and overseeing surveillance and undercover operations; and overseeing the execution of search warrants and other law enforcement operations.
The Deputy Chief of Investigations coordinates joint and cross-jurisdictional investigations; acts as liaison to other administrative, regulatory and law enforcement agencies; consults with prosecuting attorneys regarding investigations; ensures staff have access to and receive required training; and provides opportunities for other related continued education as necessary.
They evaluate performance and provide feedback to staff under their direction, assist with hiring, and in the drafting, evaluation, and enforcement of policies and procedures for the MFCU.
Qualifications


This position requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field, at least five (5) years in a supervisory investigative role, or a minimum of seven (7) years experience in law enforcement work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Attendance and the ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with other agency law enforcement personnel, OAG employees and the general public are required. Travel is required along with a valid Illinois driver's license and a responsible driving record.

Typical Qualifications


Experience conducting criminal and civil investigations, including Qui Tam investigations; extensive state and/or federal law enforcement experience investigating complex financial and white-collar crimes; the ability to distill complex financial records, use of the grand jury and familiarity with state and federal banking law; proficiency interviewing individuals with extensive professional financial backgrounds; and knowledge of the health care industry and medical coding concepts (CPT, ICD-9/10, DRGs, HCPCS) and/or experience analyzing health care claims data.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
As an employee of the Illinois Attorney General's Office, you'll have access to many great benefits. Join the legal team responsible for protecting the public interest of the state and the people of Illinois!

• Health and Dental insurance along with free Vision insurance*
• Pension Benefits through the State Employees'; Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program-457k
• Commuter Savings Program: pre-tax transportation program
• Flexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre-tax savings program
• Life insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 x your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance available
• Disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program through ComPsych
• Holidays: 13 1/2 paid
• Vacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, prorated
• Personal days: 4 annually
• Floating Holiday: 1 annually
• Sick days: 1 per month
• For attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal Education
• Semi-monthly payroll

*Health and Dental cost ranges: for single: $131.00 - $314.00 monthly; for family: $299.00 - $653.00 monthly

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