Special Investigator

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Out-of-Scope
Permanent Full-Time
Location: Saskatoon
Pay Range: $99155 - $132187
Close Date: August 26th 2026

General Accountability

Responsible for investigating suspected fraudulent activities perpetrated against the corporation by insureds corporate agents motor licence issuers body shops and/or employees for SGI and its regional operations. Liaises with public law enforcement agencies and represents the corporation in court proceedings.

Key Accountabilities
Note: This section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Investigating & Interviewing

• Investigates and conducts interviews to determine if evidence of fraud exists in order to expedite claims settlements.

• Gathers evidence in support of a criminal investigation.

• Utilizes company systems internal and external data sources including open online data sources and available software to detect fraud and aid in investigations.

Reporting

• Provides formal reporting on results of investigations and follows-up with the line area where fraud is substantiated.

Internal & External Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Liaises with external partners such as the Canadian Society for Industrial Security International and Canadian Associations of Special Investigations Units and provincial law enforcement agencies to keep up to date with changes in the field.

• Liaises with Claims managers and senior adjusters on suspicious claims.

• Provides advice and direction to employees/management on claim issues when consulted.

• Provides training on insurance fraud at in-house training seminars for adjusters underwriters and law enforcement agencies training programs.

Leadership

• Actively contributes to and supports a culture of a high performing workforce.

• Participates in divisional succession plans ensuring ongoing professional and career development and supports development in others.

• Supports a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic and corporate strategies.

• Is actively committed to leadership development across the company supporting team and workforce readiness through mentoring training and developmental opportunities.

Corporate Management

• Enables the success of programs and policies that are in alignment with corporate and divisional strategies.

• Manages risk in area of authority.

• Ensures that the Health Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility.

Education & Experience

• A four-year degree from an accredited post-secondary education institution in a relevant field of study such as Business Social Sciences or Health.

• Specialized investigation training in the law enforcement field in accordance with the standards and requirements approved by the Saskatchewan Police Commission to be appointed a Special Constable and Peace Officer in and for the Province of Saskatchewan.

• Required to meet the background screening requirements of law enforcement agencies to qualify for access to police information systems.

• Six years of directly related experience as a criminal investigator in the field of interviewing fraud theft and arson.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the use of investigation best practices and investigative techniques with an emphasis on interviewing.

• Knowledge of Federal Provincial and Municipal laws crime prevention and investigation techniques as well as service policies and procedures and the equipment used by law enforcement agencies.

• Knowledge of procedures and practices in business operations.

• Knowledge of acts regulations and legislation as it relates to the insurance industry.

• Knowledge of best practices in conducting complex and sensitive investigations.

• Ability to collect and analyze open source data available online.

• Ability to conduct complex and sensitive investigations.

• Ability to write technical reports.

Working Conditions

Physical Effort: Driving a motor vehicle for extended periods (30%). Perform scene examinations where bending crawling and climbing is required (10%).

Physical Environment: Attending to and examining fire scenes in buildings vehicles and sites where the potential of inhaling toxic fumes and chemicals is present (10%). The presence of physical hazards at scenes (10%). The possibility of being struck by collapsing structures or falling debris (10%). Driving a motor vehicle for extended periods in inclement weather or adverse conditions (10%).

Sensory Attention: Operating a motor vehicle for long distances in unfamiliar environments requiring an increased level of concentration. (10%).

Mental Stress: Conducting interviews with confrontational customers interviewing and meeting unknown persons in isolated locations (10%).

At SGI we are committed to a workplace where people feel respected valued and able to contribute fully. Through fair consistent and transparent people practices we attract skilled talent with varied lived experiences and offer meaningful work opportunities for growth anda strong senseof belonging. Our commitment to reconciliation includes inclusive hiring practices that create meaningful opportunities for Indigenous peoples and support a workforce reflective of the communities we serve. Join us in building a culture where contributions are valued and shared success is shaped by our people.

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