The Director’s Office has an opening for a Senior Non-Commissioned Investigator within the Welfare Investigation Eastern Unit. Semi-monthly salary: The current rate for this position is $2,369.70. Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay). Annual Salary: $56,872.81 Job Posting: 4007 8900267 Job Location: This position is Statewide. All internal promotional applicants are encouraged to apply as there may be alternate office space available. The Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives. Why you’ll love this position: Welfare Fraud Investigators don’t just sit behind a desk pushing papers and answering telephones; they are active problem solvers. Investigators get to use a mix of digital forensics, data matching and interview techniques to connect the dots and uncover the truth. Directs and/or conducts investigations of suspected violations and incidents; interviews, or directs the interview of staff, victims, and witnesses to obtain evidence; and ensures adherence to chain of custody standards. Locates, interviews, and prepares statements from victims, witnesses, and persons suspected of violating statutes, policies and/or procedures, or program requirements administered by the assigned agency. Locates and interviews individuals and representatives of business or governmental entities to obtain evidence of suspected violations or diversion efforts. Serves as liaison with staff, law enforcement agencies, prosecuting attorneys'' offices, and other governmental entities in the conduct of investigative and surveillance activities. Compiles, analyzes, evaluates, and preserves facts, statements, affidavits, and other evidence for use in legal actions; reviews background investigations; and prepares detailed reports of investigative findings. Examines and analyzes a variety of records to secure information concerning suspected violations of federal and state laws and/or regulations. Traces funds through banking systems and other institutions, and analyzes complex financial transactions. Trains and/or provides direct or functional supervision to lower level investigators and others involved in investigative activities. Testifies in criminal, civil, or administrative proceedings. Exercises independence and initiative in the performance of responsibilities; receives general administrative direction. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, 2 or more years of relevant experience, and relevant certification/licensure. Preferred Qualifications: Eligibility case workers possess a unique, highly transferable skill set that makes them exceptionally good fraud investigators. They spend their days operating at the intersection of complex regulations, human behavior, and data analysis—which is exactly where fraud is uncovered. Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant. The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here. If you have questions about this position please contact: Laura King at [email protected] If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at [email protected]. Recruitment Area: All qualified applicants. Application Deadline: June 9, 2026