[Core] [25% incumbents] Gather financial documents related to investigations.
  DWAs: Gather financial records.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Interview witnesses or suspects and take statements.
  DWAs: Interview witnesses, suspects, or claimants. | Prepare legal or investigatory documentation.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Prepare written reports of investigation findings.
  DWAs: Prepare legal or investigatory documentation.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Document all investigative activities.
  DWAs: Document information related to legal proceedings.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Create and maintain logs, records, or databases of information about fraudulent activity.
  DWAs: Maintain data in information systems or databases.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Coordinate investigative efforts with law enforcement officers and attorneys.
  DWAs: Investigate legal issues.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Lead, or participate in, fraud investigation teams.
  DWAs: Investigate legal issues. | Supervise employees.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Testify in court regarding investigation findings.
  DWAs: Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Prepare evidence for presentation in court.
  DWAs: Collect evidence for legal proceedings.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Recommend actions in fraud cases.
  DWAs: Advise others on business or operational matters. | Advise others on legal or regulatory compliance matters.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Review reports of suspected fraud to determine need for further investigation.
  DWAs: Investigate legal issues.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Design, implement, or maintain fraud detection tools or procedures.
  DWAs: Develop business or financial information systems.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Analyze financial data to detect irregularities in areas such as billing trends, financial relationships, and regulatory compliance procedures.
  DWAs: Analyze business or financial data.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Maintain knowledge of current events and trends in such areas as money laundering and criminal tools and techniques.
  DWAs: Update professional knowledge.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Evaluate business operations to identify risk areas for fraud.
  DWAs: Assess risks to business operations. | Analyze business or financial data.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Conduct in-depth investigations of suspicious financial activity, such as suspected money-laundering efforts.
  DWAs: Investigate legal issues.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Advise businesses or agencies on ways to improve fraud detection.
  DWAs: Advise others on business or operational matters.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Train others in fraud detection and prevention techniques.
  DWAs: Train personnel to enhance job skills.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Conduct field surveillance to gather case-related information.
  DWAs: Collect evidence for legal proceedings.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Negotiate with responsible parties to arrange for recovery of losses due to fraud.
  DWAs: Negotiate contracts with clients or service providers.

[Core] [25% incumbents] Research or evaluate new technologies for use in fraud detection systems.
  DWAs: Update professional knowledge.

[Supplemental] [25% incumbents] Arrest individuals to be charged with fraud.
  DWAs: Detain suspects or witnesses. | Apprehend criminal suspects.

[Supplemental] [24% incumbents] Obtain and serve subpoenas.
  DWAs: Obtain documentation to authorize activities. | Inform individuals or organizations of status or findings.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:4.12 lvl:4.25) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Writing (imp:4.12 lvl:4.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Mathematics (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  English Language (imp:4.36 lvl:5.08) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Economics and Accounting (imp:4.04 lvl:5.16) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Law and Government (imp:4.04 lvl:4.32) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.64 lvl:4.76) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administration and Management (imp:3.60 lvl:4.40) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mathematics (imp:3.56 lvl:4.60) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.52 lvl:4.80) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Education and Training (imp:3.52 lvl:4.72) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.12 lvl:3.64) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administrative (imp:2.96 lvl:4.24) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.92 lvl:3.84) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Psychology (imp:2.84 lvl:3.24) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Communications and Media (imp:2.84 lvl:3.44) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Telecommunications (imp:2.71 lvl:2.88) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Production and Processing (imp:2.52 lvl:3.28) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Geography (imp:2.52 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.48 lvl:3.12) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Foreign Language (imp:2.32 lvl:2.20) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Transportation (imp:2.28 lvl:2.44) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.24 lvl:2.16) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.24 lvl:2.72) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Design (imp:2.08 lvl:2.16) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.00 lvl:2.08) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Building and Construction (imp:1.92 lvl:1.64) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.84 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Mechanical (imp:1.68 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Biology (imp:1.64 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  History and Archeology (imp:1.64 lvl:1.60) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.64 lvl:1.20) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Chemistry (imp:1.60 lvl:1.32) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Food Production (imp:1.48 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Physics (imp:1.48 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Fine Arts (imp:1.48 lvl:0.92) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Written Expression (imp:4.25 lvl:4.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:4.25) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Near Vision (imp:3.62 lvl:4.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Information Ordering (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Memorization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Visualization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Trunk Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Depth Perception (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Control Precision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Static Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Stamina (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.71 lvl:5.28) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.54 lvl:5.56) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Working with Computers (imp:4.48 lvl:3.68) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.40 lvl:5.28) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Processing Information (imp:4.36 lvl:5.24) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.36 lvl:5.04) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.33 lvl:5.04) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.28 lvl:4.40) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.17 lvl:5.32) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.12 lvl:5.12) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.12 lvl:5.28) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.08 lvl:4.36) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:4.08 lvl:4.96) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.92 lvl:4.00) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.64 lvl:4.36) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.64 lvl:4.36) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.64 lvl:4.40) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.60 lvl:4.40) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.60 lvl:4.33) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.52 lvl:4.12) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.46 lvl:4.32) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.44 lvl:4.12) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.42 lvl:4.52) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.36 lvl:4.00) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.28 lvl:4.08) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.24 lvl:3.48) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.24 lvl:4.00) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.21 lvl:4.32) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.08 lvl:3.96) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.80 lvl:3.44) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.75 lvl:2.96) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.72 lvl:3.12) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.71 lvl:2.80) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.42 lvl:2.64) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.24 lvl:2.12) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.08 lvl:1.52) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.00 lvl:2.40) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.80 lvl:1.24) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.56 lvl:1.28) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.44 lvl:0.80) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.20 lvl:0.44) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:9.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:8.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:5.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:4.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Self-Control (imp:3.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:2.93) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.58) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.20) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Perseverance (imp:2.19) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:2.14) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Control (imp:2.14) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.06) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.94) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Initiative (imp:1.93) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.70) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.54) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.39) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:1.25) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Social Orientation (imp:1.09) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Cooperation (imp:0.90) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Empathy (imp:0.47) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:0.27) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.24) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Optimism (imp:-0.04) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Persuasion (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Instructing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:3.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 132,130
  annual_median    : $81,100
  annual_pct10     : $48,460
  annual_pct25     : $61,290
  annual_pct75     : $110,410
  annual_pct90     : $151,490
  annual_mean      : $93,810
  hourly_median    : $38.99

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : District of Columbia ($125,110)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($39,270)
  dispersion_ratio : 3.186x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (51 total) ---
  Finance and Insurance                    emp:   44,600  median: $  78,410
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   33,620  median: $  95,910
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    9,770  median: $ 100,780
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    9,310  median: $  84,220
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    7,270  median: $  65,440
  Educational Services                     emp:    6,800  median: $  65,920
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    5,480  median: $  45,800
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    4,210  median: $  66,710
  Information                              emp:    2,290  median: $  81,140
  Manufacturing                            emp:    2,220  median: $  97,290

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (19 total) ---
  Finance and Insurance                    emp:   44,600  median: $  78,410
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   33,620  median: $  95,910
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    9,770  median: $ 100,780
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wikipedia_url      : N/A
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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: 2020s Minnesota fraud scandals (similarity: 0.3562)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2020s_Minnesota_fraud_scandals
  QID: Q137661762
  Extract: A series of fraud scandals and allegations concerning federal funds to Minnesota state-administered social services programs occurred during the 2020s. The largest and earliest case is the Feeding Our Future case, in which charges were first brought in 2022. Feeding Our Future was a nonprofit that c

  Title: Sherri Papini kidnapping hoax (similarity: 0.2500)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sherri_Papini_kidnapping_hoax
  QID: Q28136251
  Extract: Sherri Louise Graeff-Papini is an American woman who disappeared on November 2, 2016, reportedly while out jogging a mile from her home in Redding, California. Papini was 34 years old at the time. She reappeared three weeks later on Thanksgiving Day, November 24, having been reportedly freed by her 

  Title: New York business fraud lawsuit against the Trump Organization (similarity: 0.3048)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_business_fraud_lawsuit_against_the_Trump_Organization
  QID: Q116745419
  Extract: New York v. Trump is a civil investigation and lawsuit by the office of the New York Attorney General alleging that individuals and business entities within the Trump Organization engaged in financial fraud by presenting vastly disparate property values to potential lenders and tax officials, in vio

  Title: Cryptocurrency tracing (similarity: 0.1538)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryptocurrency_tracing
  QID: Q133694030
  Extract: Cryptocurrency tracing is a digital forensic technique used to track and analyze the flow of cryptocurrencies across blockchain networks. Law enforcement agencies, regulators, and cybersecurity experts use cryptocurrency tracing to identify and combat fraud.

  Title: Electoral fraud in the United States (similarity: 0.3038)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electoral_fraud_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q25245416
  Extract: 

In the United States, electoral fraud, or voter fraud, involves illegal voting in or manipulation of United States elections. Types of fraud include voter impersonation or in-person voter fraud, mail-in or absentee ballot fraud, illegal voting by noncitizens, and double voting. The United States g

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence supported by comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, skills, and wage information from BLS OEWS May 2025. The occupation profile is well-defined with clear task descriptions and established career pathways.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T13:44:58.810031+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,597
tokens_output        : 4,211
cost_usd             : $0.046292
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for fraud examiners as a distinct occupation. The closest candidate 'Bank examiner' represents a related but distinct regulatory role focused on institutional safety rather than fraud investigation.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts are specialized professionals who detect, investigate, and prevent financial crimes by analyzing data, gathering evidence, and coordinating with law enforcement. These professionals combine accounting knowledge with investigative skills to uncover fraudulent activities in financial institutions, government agencies, and private organizations. They serve as critical guardians of financial integrity, producing detailed reports and providing expert testimony in legal proceedings.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A fraud examiner begins the day by reviewing flagged transactions and suspicious activity reports in databases like Microsoft SQL Server or specialized anti-money laundering systems. They gather financial documents, interview witnesses or suspects, and meticulously document their findings using Microsoft Office tools. Mid-day activities often involve analyzing complex financial data to identify patterns of fraudulent behavior, coordinating with law enforcement officers and attorneys on active cases, and preparing detailed written reports of investigation findings. The workday frequently concludes with updating case management systems, maintaining fraud activity logs, and preparing evidence for potential court presentation.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this field possess exceptional attention to detail and unwavering integrity, as noted by the high importance ratings for dependability and attention to detail. They demonstrate strong analytical thinking capabilities, combining deductive and inductive reasoning to solve complex financial puzzles. Successful fraud examiners are naturally cautious and intellectually curious, traits essential for thorough investigations. These professionals typically have strong written and oral communication skills, enabling them to effectively interview suspects, collaborate with legal teams, and present findings clearly in both reports and courtroom testimony.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry into fraud examination typically requires a bachelor's degree, which represents 75% of professionals in the field according to education distribution data. Common degree backgrounds include accounting, finance, criminal justice, or business administration, providing foundational knowledge in economics, accounting, and law. Many professionals enhance their credentials with specialized certifications like Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or post-baccalaureate certificates in fraud investigation. Entry-level positions often begin in financial institutions, government agencies, or consulting firms where new hires learn investigative techniques and regulatory compliance under experienced mentors.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Fraud examiners can advance to senior investigator roles, fraud prevention managers, or compliance directors within their organizations. The strong foundation in financial analysis and legal procedures opens pathways to specialized roles such as Anti-Money Laundering (AML) managers or financial crimes investigators. Some professionals transition to consulting roles, providing fraud prevention expertise to multiple organizations, while others may pursue law enforcement careers or become expert witnesses in complex financial litigation cases.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The fraud examination field employs 132,130 professionals with a median annual salary of $81,100, ranging from $48,460 to $151,490 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Geographic variation is substantial, with the District of Columbia offering the highest median wages at $125,110 compared to Puerto Rico's $39,270, reflecting a 3.19x ratio difference. The largest employment sectors are Finance and Insurance (44,600 employed) and Federal, State, and Local Government (33,620 employed), indicating strong demand in both private sector financial institutions and regulatory agencies. Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services represents the third-largest employer (9,770), suggesting growing opportunities in specialized consulting firms.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The profession shows moderate automation resilience due to its heavy reliance on complex problem-solving, judgment, and human interaction elements that are difficult to automate. While data analysis tools and pattern recognition software may enhance efficiency in identifying suspicious activities, the core investigative work requiring interview skills, legal testimony, and nuanced decision-making remains fundamentally human-centered.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Financial Examiners (13-2061.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share high-level Economics and Accounting knowledge requirements and similar analytical work activities focused on financial compliance.
    data: Economics and Accounting knowledge (imp:4.0, lvl:5.2)
    data: Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.5, lvl:5.6)
  [task_similarity] Private Detectives and Investigators (33-9021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing investigative reports as core job functions.
    data: Interview witnesses or suspects task
    data: Prepare written reports of investigation findings task
  [transferable_skill] Detectives and Criminal Investigators (33-3021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both positions require high-level problem sensitivity abilities and coordination with law enforcement, though fraud examiners focus specifically on financial crimes.
    data: Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.1, lvl:4.0)
    data: Coordinate investigative efforts with law enforcement task
  [knowledge_overlap] Accountants and Auditors (13-2011.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Strong overlap in Economics and Accounting knowledge requirements and Mathematics skills, though fraud examiners add investigative components.
    data: Economics and Accounting knowledge (imp:4.0, lvl:5.2)
    data: Mathematics knowledge (imp:3.6, lvl:4.6)
  [riasec_cluster] Compliance Managers (11-9199.02) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles exhibit strong Conventional RIASEC profiles focused on rule-following and systematic evaluation of compliance standards.
    data: RIASEC C:5.62
    data: Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.3, lvl:5.0)

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['fraud examiner', 'fraud investigator', 'fraud analyst', 'anti-money laundering', 'AML analyst', 'financial crimes investigator', 'BSA analyst', 'certified fraud examiner']
  exclude_keywords : ['general accountant', 'basic auditor', 'tax preparer', 'bookkeeper', 'financial advisor']
  title_patterns   : ['*Fraud*Examiner*', '*AML*Analyst*', '*Financial*Crimes*', '*Anti-Money*Laundering*', '*BSA*Analyst*']
  common_variations: ['CFE', 'Anti-Fraud Analyst', 'Detection Analyst', 'Investigation Analyst', 'Financial Intelligence Analyst', 'Casino Gaming Regulator', 'Confidential Investigator', 'AML Specialist']

total_terms    : 40
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source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
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tendency                   42  0.01472  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
fraud                      32  0.01122  inference            inference:41%  onet_tasks:31%  wikipedia:28%
financial                  23  0.00806  inference            inference:48%  onet_tasks:17%  dwas:17%
equipment                  23  0.00806  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
principles                 16  0.00561  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
legal                      16  0.00561  dwas                 dwas:69%  inference:25%  onet_dimensions:6%
activities                 14  0.00491  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  inference:21%  onet_tasks:7%
techniques                 13  0.00456  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  onet_tasks:15%  inference:8%
includes                   12  0.00421  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    12  0.00421  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00421  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                 11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  onet_tasks:18%  inference:9%
business                   11  0.00386  dwas                 dwas:55%  wikipedia:18%  onet_tasks:9%
ideas                      11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
providing                  10  0.00350  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:30%
materials                  10  0.00350  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00350  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
written                     9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  onet_tasks:11%
actions                     9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
tools                       9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  onet_tasks:22%  inference:22%
events                      9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
problems                    9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
investigation               8  0.00280  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:38%  wikipedia:12%
law                         8  0.00280  inference            inference:50%  wikipedia:25%  onet_tasks:12%
operations                  8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  dwas:12%
ways                        8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
attention                   8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
needs                       8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
management                  8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
production                  8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
services                    8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%