SPECIAL AGENT - 71000029

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is currently seeking experienced law enforcement investigators to fill multiple Special Agent positions within the Protective Service 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

• Four years of sworn law enforcement experience, two of which must be investigative
• Active law enforcement certification or eligible to be certified in the state of Florida per s. 943.13, Florida Statutes & CJSTC Requirements
• Successful completion of FDLE Special Agent Trainee Program
• 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
• 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
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license
• Possess and maintain a United States passport throughout employment
• Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

Nice To Haves

• Current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and investigating organized and multi-jurisdictional crimes
• Apprehending fugitives
• Collecting and disseminating criminal intelligence information
• Investigating public corruption
• Seizing illegally obtained assets
• Dismantling criminal organizations
• Assisting in locating missing persons
• Providing protective services to Florida's Governor and other dignitaries
• Travel within Florida, nationally, and internationally
• Work shifts, including holidays, nights and weekends
• Adjust work schedules on a regular basis
• Accept flexible schedules and 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
• Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
• Pension and investment retirement plan options
• Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree