INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST II - 79001410

State of Florida • Gainesville, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an opportunity to serve as an inspector for the Florida’s Division of Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco, Bureau of Enforcement. This important civilian position serves to educate our licensees on minor issues and file administrative cases against licensees committing more serious violations. As an inspector, you will be a source of intelligence to our sworn component by reporting activities you witness that you suspect are criminal in nature. You will have a take home assigned vehicle, uniforms and equipment needed to successfully complete your assignments. Employees demonstrating the abilities to self-govern, be inquisitive, and retain laws, rules, and ordinances routinely excel in this position.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver’s License or possess one by date of hire.
• Must have a safe driving history.
• Must be able to work independently and complete assigned inspections each workday.
• Must successfully complete an internal training program.
• Must pass a law enforcement level II background screening.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a daily basis.
• Must be able to stand and kneel for extended periods of time on a daily basis.
• Must reside within 70 air miles of the Gainesville District Office at the time of employment by the time of hire.
• The selected applicant must agree to participate in the Field Work Program.
• Ability to use deductive reasoning.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to collect and analyze evidence.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to write accurate investigative reports.
• Ability to present detailed verbal presentations.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to analyze information and determine its validity.
• Ability to conduct fact-finding interviews and take statements.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be awarded to candidates who are able to operate a portable electronic tablet/computer.
• Preference will be given to candidates who possess experience in regulatory compliance, conducting inspections, and/or quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Investigate violations of chapters 210, 561-565, and 567-569, Florida Statutes.
• Make frequent observations and inspections of business locations licensed to sell tobacco products and alcoholic beverages.
• Assess compliance with the State’s tobacco and alcoholic beverage laws. Report findings to supervisor.
• Assist the Bureau of Licensing with application site inspections.
• Prepare comprehensive written reports.
• Prepare administrative cases.
• Refer alleged criminal violations to sworn personnel for investigation and follow-up.
• Examine license records for compliance with applicable rules and laws relating to the purchase and sale of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products.
• Assist in preparing for prosecution, license discipline, administrative, and forfeiture reports; collects evidence to support findings of fact and conclusion of law; testifies in judicial proceedings.
• Examine cigarette tax stamps and invoices to detect indication of tobacco tax non-payment.
• Perform functions related to administration of Florida’s tobacco and alcoholic beverage laws, assisting the public, agency members, other government officials, industry members, and investigators.
• Attend training sessions related to alcoholic beverages and tobacco laws and rules, detection of counterfeit cigarette stamps, report writing, testifying in judicial and administrative proceedings, communication skills, and other related duties and responsibilities.

Benefits

• State of Florida retirement package: 3% employee contribution required.
• Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holiday
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave annually as a new employee with the State of Florida
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually.
• The State of Florida offers health insurance coverage (i.e. individual and family coverage) to eligible employees.
• The State of Florida provides a $25,000 life insurance policy to eligible employees.
• Additional supplemental insurance policies are available for dental, vision, hospital supplement, cancer, etc.
• Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts are available.
• Tuition waiver program to attend an approved State of Florida College or University

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees