Role Responsibilities Reporting to the Team Lead/Senior Investigator, this position investigates allegations of fraud or abuse of the various benefit programs administered by the Ministry of Assisted Living and Social Services, including the Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH), Income Support (IS), and Family Supports for Children with Disabilities(FSCD), to ensure compliance with government policies on social assistance programs under the applicable Government Acts and Regulations, policies, the Criminal Code of Canada, the Canada Evidence Act, Provincial Offences Procedure Act and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

In addition, investigations relating to emergency benefit programs are conducted under the Emergency Management Act.

As an investigator, you will conduct multifaceted, politically sensitive, high priority investigations in accordance with applicable legislation and policies and procedures.

Due to the nature of the investigations, interactions with suspects, witnesses, and program clients can be challenging.

At times it can be adversarial, therefore well-developed skills in communication,



problem solving, and professional conduct are essential for success in the role.

As a member of the provincial investigation team, this position promotes client accountability and appropriate use of public funds to meet clients benefit needs and entitlements, while maintaining public confidence in the integrity of social programs administered by the Ministry.

To be successful in this role, the candidate must possess the following: Case management and time management skills.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated conflict resolution and decision-making experience.

Experience and training with structured interviews and strong organizational skills.

Ability to respond to priorities under short timelines.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and a valuable working knowledge of computers to conduct queries and complete work in an electronic record management system.

The is provided for further details on this position.

📌 Investigator (Edmonton)
🏢 Government of Alberta
📍 Edmonton