FINANCIAL CRIME INVESTIGATOR I - 43061933

State of Florida • West Palm Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This advertisement is for the Division of Public Assistance Fraud. This advertisement is for a Financial Crime Investigator I position which is a NON-SWORN position. The mission of the Division of Public Assistance Fraud is to aggressively identify and eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse to safeguard the integrity of taxpayer funded public assistance programs administered by the State of Florida. The Financial Crimes Investigator I is an entry level position that supports this mission by conducting investigative activities under the direct supervision of an Investigations Manager. The incumbent of this position is a member of DFS’ Disaster Response Team and, in that capacity, may be required on short notice to perform duties and necessary attendant travel in support of disaster relief efforts.

Requirements

• A minimum of four (4) years of professional work experience in one or more of the following areas: criminal justice, law enforcement, conducting research/interviews, data analysis, investigations, financial auditing, or public assistance programs, is required. A post-secondary degree from an accredited university/college may be used as an alternative for the years of professional work experience on a year-for-year basis.
• VALID Driver’s License from the Florida Department of Safety and Motor Vehicles by time of employment.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish effective working relationship with others
• Ability to work as a part of a team with shared mission and goals
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize assignments to ensure timely completion of tasks
• Ability to use deductive reasoning
• Ability to analyze and evaluation information
• Ability to be flexible and adjust investigative plans-based developments
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety.
• Please include the names and phone numbers for the supervisor(s) and/or Human Resource Department for all periods of employment.
• Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.
• Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume”.
• Each field (address, city, and state, dates, phone numbers, etc.) should be completed.
• If claiming Right to Interview, candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying.
• Upon the selection of the top candidate, a current supervisory reference contact will be required.
• Experience and education requirements must be met at the time of application submission to be considered.
• This position requires a security background check, including fingerprint as a condition of employment.
• Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

Nice To Haves

• Special consideration may be given to eligible candidates who have bilingual verbal and written skills that meet a critical need of the agency’s mission.
• Experience working in law enforcement agency, law firm, fire service industry, or government investigative agency.

Responsibilities

• Administer oaths and affirmations in accordance with Chapter 414.411, Florida Statutes
• Serve department-issued subpoenas in accordance with Chapter 414.411, Florida Statutes
• Reviews case files related to suspected fraud in public assistance programs
• Identifies documentary evidence pertinent to the suspected fraud
• Prepares investigative plans
• Gathers information necessary to investigate allegations
• Utilizes public and private data systems as part of the investigative process
• Interviews targets of the investigation and other community contacts as needed
• Obtains written and/or verbal statements as required
• Documents investigative efforts in automated information system
• Applies Florida Statutes and public assistance policy as appropriate
• Prepares affidavits with supporting documentary evidence and witness testimony
• Works closely with Investigation Manager to determine outcome of investigations based on available evidence. Cases may be referred to the States Attorney for criminal prosecution or to an administrative hearing process managed by the social service agency. Should the investigation result in a lack of evidence to support referral for either criminal or administrative process, the investigation may be terminated.
• Provides testimony in court, depositions, and hearings
• Successfully complete all required training programs
• Work closely with the Investigation Manager and experienced investigators as appropriate to develop skills
• Follows all Department of Financial Services Administrative Policies and Procedures
• Documents investigative hours and expenses for cost accounting purposes
• Utilizes automated information systems to enter, track, and update assigned cases
• Performs other Duties as Required.

Benefits

• State Group Health Insurance Coverage
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (100% paid by employer)
• Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options available
• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• 10 paid holidays each year
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree