LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43001789

State of Florida•Miami, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Law Enforcement Investigator II is a sworn insurance fraud detective in the Florida Department of Financial Services’ Criminal Investigations Division, Bureau of Insurance Fraud, based in Miami. The incumbent conducts extensive criminal investigations, including following up on leads, interviewing witnesses and suspects, executing search warrants, making arrests, gathering and preserving evidence, and preparing cases for prosecution. The role includes surveillance and undercover work as needed, managing confidential sources, providing expert testimony, supporting other public safety entities, and conducting background investigations into potential Department employees. The investigator develops investigative plans and targets, gathers and evaluates information, and allocates resources to support efficient case completion. The position requires maintaining Florida law enforcement certification, carrying a firearm, and being available on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The incumbent is also part of the Department’s Disaster Response Team and may be required on short notice to travel and support disaster relief efforts. The position requires residence within 50 miles of the assigned duty station, measured by direct-line distance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three or more years of sworn law enforcement experience for Law Enforcement Investigator II.
Active Florida law enforcement certification, or completion of Florida Equivalency of Training (CJSTC 76) and eligibility to receive certification under Section 943.13, Florida Statutes.
Valid Florida driver’s license by the time of employment.
Maintain law enforcement certification pursuant to Chapter 943, Florida Statutes.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, prepare accurate and grammatically correct reports, and complete required administrative documentation.
Ability to exhibit sound mediation and negotiating skills, work as a team member, respond with tact and diplomacy, adapt to change, and behave ethically and professionally.
Ability to understand and apply relevant Florida statutes, administrative rules, policies, procedures, industry trends, and case law.
Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations and handle critical situations effectively.
Ability to gather and preserve evidence, describe facts and events accurately, plan and coordinate work, analyze and interpret data, and interview suspects, complainants, and witnesses effectively.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to carry firearms and remain available on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Ability to reside within 50 miles, measured by direct-line distance, of the assigned duty station.
Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test, oral interview, written exam, and CJSTC background process before beginning employment.
Successful completion of a security background check, including fingerprinting.
Correctional Officer and Correctional Probation Officer certifications do not satisfy the law enforcement certification requirement.
College education may substitute for required experience at a rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours per year, up to a maximum of one year.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a major in criminal justice, accounting, finance, fire science, or computer science.
Bilingual verbal and written skills that meet a critical agency need.

Responsibilities

Conduct extensive investigations, including following leads, interviewing individuals, executing search warrants, and making arrests.
Conduct follow-up investigations, interview witnesses, and interrogate suspects to obtain background information.
Identify and arrest criminal suspects; prepare and present information and evidence to prosecuting attorneys.
Provide expert testimony and assist with preparing witnesses, victims, and evidence for prosecution.
Identify, recruit, document, and supervise confidential sources in accordance with Division policies and procedures.
Collect, seize, protect, maintain, transport, and document evidence in accordance with statutes, case law, and Division policies and procedures.
Use surveillance techniques and undercover capabilities as needed.
Provide investigative support to Division personnel and other public safety entities.
Apply research methods and develop strategic and tactical intelligence.
Monitor arrests, prosecutions, and forfeitures, and maintain liaison with prosecutors.
Conduct thorough background investigations into potential Department employees.
Establish and maintain liaison with other entities.
Perform disaster-related duties as requested, including short-notice travel in support of disaster relief.
Collect, evaluate, and disseminate complete and accurate data and information.
Plan, organize, and conduct investigative activities; develop and implement investigative plans and case targets.
Focus investigations on objectives needed for prosecution and case closure, and seek effective, innovative resolutions.
Meet goals, objectives, and assignments efficiently and on time; allocate resources effectively and monitor expenditures.
Maintain and safely use state-issued equipment and approved firearms in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
Complete mandated training and provide training and technical assistance to new investigators and public safety personnel.

Benefits

Paid holidays, vacation, and one personal holiday.
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee.
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually.
Pension and investment retirement plan options through MyFRS.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Tax-deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts.
State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program, subject to acceptance by a Florida college or university.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program, subject to eligibility.
$25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage.
Health insurance options, with individual and family plans starting at stated monthly costs.
Supplemental insurance options, including dental, vision, and disability coverage.
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay of up to $1,560 annually.
Clothing allowance of up to $500 annually.
Take-home car.
Specialty pay additives, including FTO.
Competitive Area Differential of up to $5,000 for Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.