Program Investigator

4 weeks ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time
Job Summary

Program Investigator role at the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration - Immigration & Population Growth (IPG) involves leading investigations into immigration fraud, implementing program integrity standards, and providing expert advice to prevent and detect fraud.

About the Job

The Program Investigator is a critical role in the office to ensure the long-term success of immigration programs and service delivery. The successful candidate will report to the Manager, Investigations & Compliance at IPG and will be responsible for demonstrating leadership, direction, and guidance on matters of program fraud risk prevention.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead investigations into cases of suspected fraud or fraud risk across all immigration programs.
  • Create and implement clear policies, processes, and standards related to anti-fraud and program integrity.
  • Work closely with staff of all provincial immigration programs and government partners to prevent, detect, and address issues of fraud or suspected fraud.
  • Provide expert advice to the Director, Manager, and to IPG staff to prevent, detect, and address issues of fraud or suspected fraud.
  • Collaborate with internal Program Managers and Program Officers, as well as colleagues in the Atlantic Region, to identify regional issues of immigration risk and integrity.
  • Conduct compliance verification activities, including participant monitoring, financial capacity analysis, document authenticity analysis, and site visits to businesses in relation to program case files.
  • Work with program participant employers and employees to provide education and guidance on appropriately participating in Immigration & Population Growth programs.
  • Provide coaching and job shadowing to new officers or officers with less experience with a program area.
Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in investigations, regulatory audits or inspections, or law enforcement. A university degree in a related field, such as business, public administration, political science, or law, is also required.

Key Skills and Competencies
  • Demonstrated competencies in the LEADS framework.
  • Ability to manage complex issues, large workloads, and take decisive action with tact and diplomacy.
  • Excellent communication skills (oral and written), focusing on case analysis and reporting.
  • Strong time management, with the ability to handle competing demands and meet deadlines.
  • Collaborative team player with a focus on aligning work to organizational goals.
What We Offer
  • Career development opportunities, including access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training.
  • An engaging workplace with forward-thinking policies and strategies.
  • Countless career paths and opportunities for growth and development.
Benefits

The Government of Nova Scotia offers a wide range of benefits, including a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

Working Conditions
  • May be required to work outside of normal business hours as required.
  • Will be required to travel throughout the province.
  • Will be required to use your personal vehicle in adherence with the Provincial travel policy.
  • Will be required to work full-time out of the Branch office as a base of operations.

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