Focused Fraud Investigator with highly developed skills that truly shine when interviewing witnesses or developing strong investigative teams. A valuable and committed professional with dynamic communication and analysis skills. Ready to take on a new role with a strong work ethic and pleasant demeanor will be appreciated.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fraud Investigator
Silver State Schools Credit Union
Las Vegas, NV
07.2021 - Current
In my current role as a fraud investigator, I perform multiple tasks such as inputting and investigating various types of fraud including, debit/credit card , check, online, person to person, wire, new account, and loan fraud.
I am able to research, review, and provide a non-bias decision to fraud causes.
I coordinate investigations, as well as work with law enforcement, and other financial institutions.
I analyze, review sensitive material and investigate accordingly.
I use multiple sources to recover detailed information on each fraud case.
Connected patterns for underlying account associations to discover undetected fraud.
Handle security including camera's, fob's, and alarms.
Assist with EDD reviews.
Monitoring of real-time queues and analyzing high-risk transactions from multiple outlets.
Served as primary contact for fraud claim inquiries.
Tracked chargeback activity to identify best practices for determining fraud.
Communicated with customers and company personnel, utilizing active listening and interpersonal skills.
Updated each claims suspension annually to promote continuity.
Prepared, documented and assembled evidence for potential prosecution and civil litigation.
Participated in group discussions with team members to develop new ways to combat fraud.
Senior Member Service Representative
Silver State Schools Credit Union
Las Vegas, NV
10.2016 - 07.2021
Managed customer conflicts and challenging situations by staying calm and accessing internal knowledge bases to develop strategic solutions.
Helped members resolve account problems and navigate internal systems to handle routine needs.
Review accounts and inform products and services that are beneficial to our members.
Enhanced member relationships by providing excellent service during each interaction.
Achieved goals for member experience, transaction accuracy and product cross-sell, resulting in consistent growth.
Assisted with colleagues and provided guidance and assistance during escalated situations.
Collections Officer
One Nevada Credit Union
Las Vegas, NV
11.2015 - 10.2016
Assist members with delinquencies on accounts and loans.
Handled inbound phone calls and answered customer inquiries.
Evaluated customer accounts to determine adherence to repayment schedules.
Negotiated payment plans and arrangements.
Processed payments over phone and set up recurring drafts.
Reached out to customer to pursue payments, remind of obligations and discuss default procedures.
Assistant Branch Manager
Silver State Schools Credit Union
Las Vegas, NV
08.2005 - 01.2015
Monitored daily operations and supported Branch Manager in necessary duties.
Provided personal banking services for members, including loan applications, banking transactions, and financial guidance.
Analyze, prepare, review, and fund loan applications.
Read and interpret credit reports.
Built client rapport through frequent individualized recommendations for financial products and services.
Trained and mentored highly effective teams to meet corporate service standards.
Supervised six branch team members and provided management with suggestions regarding performance assessments.
Developed strategy to achieve target sales goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
Skills
Account Information Review
Reporting and Alerts
Fraud Patterns
Trained in Microsoft products (Excel, teams, etc)
Risk Level Determination
Credit Card Fraud
Criminal Investigations
Interviewing Capabilities
Verbal and Written Communication
Critical Thinking
Organizational Skills
Good Work Ethic
Problem Resolution
Supervision & Leadership
Microsoft Office
Customer Service
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Reliable & Trustworthy
Certification
I received my Certified Financial Crimes Investigator certification in December 2022, that was provided by the IAFCI.
Timeline
Fraud Investigator
Silver State Schools Credit Union
07.2021 - Current
Senior Member Service Representative
Silver State Schools Credit Union
10.2016 - 07.2021
Collections Officer
One Nevada Credit Union
11.2015 - 10.2016
Assistant Branch Manager
Silver State Schools Credit Union
08.2005 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
I received my Certified Financial Crimes Investigator certification in December 2022, that was provided by the IAFCI.
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