ARIZONA BOARD OF NURSING

1740 West Adams Street Suite 200

Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Hourly Pay Range: $17.68 - $24.70

Grade: 19

This position will remain open until filled  

The Board of Nursing seeks a highly skilled Senior Investigator to join our Education team.

This role investigates applicants and nursing programs, including those potentially listed on the FBI Nightingale List.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity of nursing regulation and protecting public health and safety.

• Investigation Management: Conduct thorough investigations into nursing applicants and programs. Gather, analyze, and evaluate evidence and documentation of suspected fraudulent activities. Collaborate with law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, to address fraud concerns involving the Nightingale List. Prepare detailed investigative reports and present findings to the Board of Nursing and relevant stakeholders

• Compliance Enforcement: Ensure adherence to nursing licensure standards and regulatory requirements. Develop and implement strategies to detect and prevent fraud in nursing applications. Provide expert testimony in administrative hearings and court proceedings as needed

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with nursing schools, employers, and law enforcement to identify and address potential fraud. Educate stakeholders on fraud prevention and regulatory compliance. Maintain ongoing communication with other regulatory bodies and enforcement agencies

• Policy Development: Contribute to developing and revising policies and procedures related to licensure and fraud prevention. Monitor emerging trends and promising practices in fraud investigation and nursing regulation

• Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge:

• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of nursing licensure requirements, regulatory standards, and relevant laws

Skills:

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting complex information clearly and concisely

• Investigative Skills: Strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to gather and assess evidence critically

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders

Ability:

• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in using investigative software, databases, and other relevant tools

• Problem-Solving: Proactive and resourceful in identifying issues and developing effective solutions

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness

• A Bachelors degree in criminal justice, nursing, healthcare administration, or a related field is required; a master's degree is preferred

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fraud investigation, regulatory compliance, or a related field

• Prior experience working with law enforcement or regulatory agencies is highly desirable

• Certification in fraud examination (CFE) or a related certification is preferred

• Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.)

• Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

• Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year

• Health and dental insurance

• Retirement plan

• Sick leave

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

• Please note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Shawn McConnell at staffing@azdoa.gov for assistance