Job Description

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10/26/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)

25-06277

Program Investigator III

Pay Grade

15

Salary

$3,600.84 - $5,401.34 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Transportation Cabinet | Office of the Secretary

Location

200 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40622 USA

Description

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes which support that delivery. To provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.


By joining our Office of Civil Rights and Small Business Development, Small Business Development Branch as a Program Investigator III in Franklin County, you’ll have the opportunity to conduct reviews and investigations to detect, document and refer for possible administrative action and criminal prosecution cases of fraud, abuse and other misconduct by cabinet clients, employees, providers, contractors or vendors.


Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following

• Reviewing and examining referral documents obtained during the course of the investigation.
• Obtain and review policies, procedures, regulations and statues relevant to the investigations.
• Obtain information or evidence relevant to investigations from various databases, through correspondence, including letter, telephone, facsimile, e-mail, interview and complainants, witnesses and subject and through on-site review of documents.
• Summarize investigation in standardized reports or through reports.
• Make formal recommendations as to the results of the investigation.

Ideal Candidate will have experience in:

• Administrative skills.
• Investigative skills.
• Business skills.
• Must have a proficient knowledge in the policies, procedures, regulations and statutes that guide cabinet programs and their functions.
• Research skills.

Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Employee wellness programs.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.


The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or


We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.


We look forward to reviewing your application!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have four years of experience in the field of investigation, administrative, business, or social work/eligibility experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study in the above fields will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in one of the above fields will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license prior employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Typical working conditions include both extensive field work in a variety of settings and normal office work. Travel throughout the state may be required to conduct interviews, perform surveillance activities, and to obtain information and evidence. Interviews may be confrontational. Overnight travel and working irregular hours may be required. Working outdoors for extended periods and working in all types of weather may be required.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Tylor Crawley at Tylor.Crawley@ky.gov or 502-782-4812.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, Work at office, Night shift,

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