LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43001782

State of Florida•Doral, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Department of Financial Services, Criminal Investigations Division, is hiring a sworn insurance fraud detective for the Bureau of Insurance Fraud in Miami. The position conducts investigations of insurance fraud and other criminal matters, including gathering and preserving evidence, interviewing witnesses and suspects, executing search warrants, making arrests, and preparing cases for prosecution. The investigator may provide expert testimony, manage confidential sources, conduct surveillance or undercover work, develop intelligence, and coordinate with prosecutors and other public safety entities. The role also includes thorough background investigations into prospective Department employees and disaster-response duties as assigned. The incumbent is a constituted law enforcement officer who must maintain Florida law enforcement certification, carry firearms, and be available on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. As a member of the DFS Disaster Response Team, the investigator may be required to travel on short notice to support disaster relief efforts. The position requires residence within 50 miles, measured by direct geodesic distance, of the assigned duty station. Selection includes a physical abilities test, oral interview, written exam, and CJSTC background process.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least three years of sworn law enforcement experience. College education may substitute for experience at 30 semester or 45 quarter hours per year, up to a maximum of one year.
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 Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles driver's license by the time of employment.
Maintain law enforcement certification under Chapter 943, Florida Statutes.
Carry firearms and be available on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Reside within 50 miles, measured by direct geodesic distance, of the assigned duty station.
Pass the physical abilities test, oral interview, written exam, and CJSTC background process.
Undergo a security background check, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
Demonstrate effective written and oral communication, mediation, and negotiation skills; document investigations and complete administrative documentation in accordance with Division policies.
Demonstrate flexibility, professional conduct, tact, diplomacy, ethical behavior, teamwork, and the ability to provide guidance and leadership to assisting personnel.
Apply working knowledge of relevant Florida statutes, administrative rules, policies, procedures, industry trends, and case law.
Successfully complete mandated training required by Florida statute, DFS, and the Division.
Demonstrate or develop the ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations; understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; gather and preserve evidence; accurately describe events; plan and coordinate assignments; analyze and interpret data; interview suspects, complainants, and witnesses; and safely operate a motor vehicle.
Correctional Officer and Correctional Probation Officer certifications do not satisfy the law enforcement certification requirement.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Conduct extensive investigations, follow leads, interview witnesses, interrogate suspects, execute search warrants, and make arrests.
Conduct follow-up and latent investigations to obtain background information about suspects.
Identify and arrest criminal suspects; prepare and present information and evidence to prosecuting attorneys.
Provide expert testimony and assist in 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 compliance 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, including short-notice travel in support of disaster relief efforts.
Plan, organize, and implement investigations; develop case targets and focus investigations on objectives necessary for prosecution and case closure.
Collect, evaluate, and disseminate complete and accurate data and information.
Allocate resources efficiently, meet goals and assignments in a timely manner, and monitor expenditures.
Maintain state-issued equipment and firearms in a safe, ready, and proficient condition.
Document investigative activity and prepare detailed, accurate, logically comprehensive, and grammatically correct reports.
Provide training and technical assistance to new investigators and instruct public safety personnel and others on state laws, rules, and investigative techniques.
Perform other related duties as required.

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.
Affordable health insurance options, with individual and family coverage rates described in the posting.
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 pay of up to $5,000 for Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.