CRIME INTELLIGENCE ANALYST I - 43001608

State of Florida • Tampa, FL

3d • $39,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Crime Intelligence Analyst I is a non-sworn position in the Bureau of Insurance Fraud, Criminal Investigations Division, with the Florida Department of Financial Services. The position is based in the office in Tampa, Florida, and is not telework eligible. The incumbent supports investigators by researching, analyzing, and disseminating criminal intelligence related to insurance fraud and arson investigations, and may recommend investigative directions and strategies based on analysis. The employee also serves on the department’s Disaster Response Team and may be called on short notice to support disaster relief efforts, including necessary travel.

The role prepares intelligence assessments, factual reports, recommendations, and oral briefings for agency management and field supervisors. It also involves serving as a resource coordinator and Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC) for the FCIC/NCIC terminal, responding to information requests from other agencies, and representing the Division in meetings. Duties may include assisting with search warrants by preparing site diagrams and handling evidence logs, labels, and inventories. The position may require overtime and extended travel for disaster response, meetings, training, conferences, or seminars. Employment is contingent on a security background check, including fingerprinting; selected candidates must also pass an oral interview and written exam and complete a CJSTC background process.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of professional work experience in one or more of the following areas: criminal justice, military intelligence, law enforcement, conducting research or interviews, data analysis, investigations, or administrative/executive assistance. A post-secondary degree from an accredited college or university may substitute year-for-year for the required experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Valid Florida driver’s license by the time of employment.
• Knowledge of research and intelligence analysis techniques.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing, including preparing reports, summaries, and memoranda.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and summarize criminal intelligence data.
• Ability to review large amounts of criminal intelligence data and assess its significance, completeness, and usefulness.
• Ability to make independent decisions and plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel and work outside the assigned area, as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain FCIC/NCIC certification.
• Ability to testify in court.
• Must pass the required security background check, including fingerprinting; the selection process also requires passing an oral interview and written exam and completing a CJSTC background process.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual verbal and written skills that meet a critical agency mission need.
• An active Florida Crime Information Center or National Crime Information Center certificate.
• Experience working in a law enforcement agency, law firm, fire service industry, or government investigative agency.
• Knowledge of criminal intelligence.
• Knowledge of Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) terminal procedures.
• Ability to coordinate dissemination of information.
• Ability to use computer software such as Access and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criminal history and intelligence checks related to investigations for sworn personnel as directed.
• Assist investigators with compiling and analyzing confidential information regarding insurance fraud and arson investigations, and recommend investigative directions based on the information.
• Research criminal investigations and documents relating to insurance fraud and arson.
• Compile, analyze, and disseminate information and criminal intelligence from agencies, the public, and other sources; support information exchange among law enforcement agencies.
• Coordinate interstate and intrastate information concerning insurance fraud and arson activity, using judgment to ensure accurate and reliable dissemination.
• Analyze criminal intelligence to assess the capabilities, intentions, and vulnerabilities of individuals and groups engaged in insurance fraud, and recommend investigative strategies.
• Prepare oral briefings, written reports, intelligence assessments, factual reports, and recommendations for management and field supervisors.
• Research and analyze patterns, trends, and movements to determine the structure and operation of insurance and arson operations.
• Assist with search warrants by sketching site diagrams, logging evidence, and preparing evidence labels and inventory lists.
• Serve as Terminal Agency Coordinator for the FCIC/NCIC terminal and ensure proper procedures for security and dissemination of criminal history information are followed.
• Respond to information requests from other agencies, serve as a resource person, and represent the Division in meetings.
• Participate in disaster response activities and perform related work as required.
• Attend meetings, training, conferences, and seminars, which may involve overtime and extended travel.

Benefits

• State group health insurance coverage.
• $25,000 life insurance policy, 100% paid by the employer.
• Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Annual and sick leave benefits.
• 10 paid holidays each year.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers for State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED