PROTECTIVE OPERATIONS SPECIAL AGENT - 71002539

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

1d • $60,000

About The Position

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is currently seeking sworn law enforcement officers to fill multiple Protective Operations Special Agent (POSA) positions in the Protective Services Division (PSD) in Tallahassee, Florida. PSD is a specialized operational component primarily dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the Governor and First Family, the Governor’s Mansion and grounds and the Executive Office of the Governor. PSD also provides protective services to visiting public officials/figures, particularly other United States governors and their families.

Requirements

• Meet the minimum qualifications pursuant to s. 943.13, Florida Statutes & CJSTC Requirements
• Have two years of experience in customer service, administrative work, analysis, military, or criminal justice.
• College education from an accredited institution can substitute at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours for the required experience.
• Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations
• Ability to probe and obtain critical facts
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to describe facts and events accurately
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Ability to effectively interview suspects, complainants, and witnesses
• Applicants must reside within 50 miles of FDLE Headquarters in Tallahassee, Florida.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants who possess law enforcement or military experience.

Responsibilities

• Protect the Governor and First Family, while in Tallahassee, as well as other locations.
• Travel within Florida, nationally and internationally.
• Work shifts, including holidays, nights and weekends.
• Accept flexible schedule as well as extensive travel requirements.

Benefits

• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
• HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, disability and more
• Pension and investment retirement plan options
• Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts

What This Job Offers

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