Special Agent A, OSIG

Salary

$55,436.00 - $84,332.00 Annually

Location

Pike County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-50579

Department

Executive Offices

Division

EX OSIG BFPP NE Rgn

Opening Date

06/08/2026

Closing Date

6/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

70855

Position Number

00125313

Union

FOP - Lodge 92

Bargaining Unit

G4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00816123

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Fraud Prevention and Prosecution - Northeast Region, Pike County

Worksite Address

10 Buist Road, Suite 101

City

Milford, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18337

Contact Name

Sarah Davis

Contact Phone

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Contact Email

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THE POSITION

Are you interested in playing a key role in safeguarding important public programs? The Bureau of Fraud Prevention and Prosecution is searching for a Special Agent A in the Central Region. This position allows you to uncover facts, investigate cases, and support fair outcomes for programs across the Commonwealth. Your work will help ensure that assistance goes to those who qualify and that fraud is properly addressed. Take advantage of this rewarding opportunity to protect public resources!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Special Agent A, you will be supporting investigations related to eligibility, overpayments, and fraud within programs administered by the Department of Human Services. In this role, you will perform the following duties:

• Case Investigation: Conduct field investigations, gather evidence, and review records to determine eligibility and overpayment issues
• Interview Work: Interview applicants, recipients, and other sources to collect information related to assets, income, and residence
• Regulation Application: Apply state and federal laws and regulations when reviewing cases and preparing findings
• Legal Preparation: Prepare reports, criminal complaints, and related documents for hearings and court proceedings
• Collaboration Duties: Work with law enforcement partners, participate in task forces, and support agency goals

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 12 days per month, based on operational needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Milford. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
• Note : Travel is required throughout the Commonwealth to conduct investigative activities, attend administrative hearings, conduct subject/collateral contact interviews, participate in prosecutions, and to attend trainings. Out of state and overnight travel may be required as deemed necessary.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of investigative experience and a bachelor's degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
• You must obtain CLEAN/NCIC certification within two months of employment and maintain this certification for the duration of employment in this job.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have an understanding of investigative processes and principles.
• You must adhere to the values and ethics of the OSIG.
• You must demonstrate professionalism and discretion in your work.
• You must possess solid written and verbal communication skills.
• You must show initiative and problem-solving skills.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• You must pass a background investigation.
• This position will have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and is subject to the provisions of IRS Publication 1075 (Pub 1075) which requires you to pass an enhanced background check prior to beginning employment. Under Pub 1075, acceptance of a conditional offer of employment will require submission to and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to: a fingerprint-based federal records check; a PA State Police clearance; a check of local law enforcement agencies where you have lived, worked, and/or attended school within the last five (5) years; and a citizenship/residency verification.
• Please note : Due to Act 29, the selected candidate will have limited law enforcement powers, which require all employees with access to agency systems to undergo fingerprinting and an in-depth background check to include criminal, tax, and credit history.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.