Investigator Specialist II - 79001458 1

State of Florida • Largo, FL

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Investigator Specialist II is an in-office position in the Criminal Referral Unit of the Bureau of Public Engagement, Division of Condominiums, Timeshares, and Mobile Homes. The position reviews cases involving alleged criminal activity related to condominium operations and prepares investigative materials and referrals. The role also responds to public complaints and inquiries, prepares cases for administrative or legal proceedings, and may testify as needed. Case and other work-related travel are required.

The position works closely with an Attorney Supervisor to determine which cases may be referred to the State Attorney or local law enforcement for criminal prosecution. It applies statutes and administrative rules enforced by the Division when addressing public inquiries and complaints.

Requirements

• Two years of investigative work and experience preparing affidavits.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people inside and outside the organization.
• Strong writing and reading-comprehension skills.
• Customer-service etiquette.
• Ability to manage time across various assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to prepare correspondence and administrative reports.
• Proficiency with technology, including software, hardware, and data systems.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply Florida statutes, rules, and procedures for licensing professionals.

Nice To Haves

• Former law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming case files related to alleged criminal activity involving condominium operations.
• Identify documentary evidence relevant to suspected criminal activity.
• Prepare investigative reports and referrals.
• Gather information needed to investigate allegations, including using public and private data systems and interviewing involved parties and other contacts.
• Obtain written and/or verbal statements as required.
• Document investigative efforts in an automated information system.
• Prepare affidavits supported by documentary evidence and witness testimony.
• Work with the Attorney Supervisor to determine cases for referral to the State Attorney and other local law enforcement agencies for criminal prosecution.
• Provide written and telephone responses to public complaints and inquiries concerning issues regulated by the Division.
• Communicate with the public in a timely manner and apply Division statutes and administrative rules to varying factual scenarios.
• Generate documentation and maintain files in response to complaints and inquiries.
• Prepare cases for administrative action, trials, and related hearings or proceedings.
• Testify in proceedings as needed.
• Develop and maintain contacts among members and representatives of regulated industries.
• Conduct case-related and other travel.
• Perform other related work as required.

Benefits

• State of Florida retirement package, with a required 3% employee contribution.
• Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holiday.
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave annually as a new State employee.
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually.
• Health insurance coverage, including individual and family coverage, for eligible employees.
• $25,000 life insurance policy for eligible employees.
• Additional supplemental insurance policies are available, including dental, vision, hospital supplement, and cancer coverage.
• Tax-deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts.
• Tuition waiver program for attendance at an approved State of Florida college or university.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed