Job Description
LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43001832
Date: Oct 16, 2025
Requisition No: 863029
Working Title: LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43001832
CLASS TITLE: LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II (SWORN INSURANCE FRAUD DETECTIVE)
DIVISION: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION
BUREAU: INSURANCE FRAUD
CITY: ST. PETERSBURG
COUNTY: PINELLAS
The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial Services. This advertisement is for a Bureau of Insurance Fraud detective.
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Submit a State of Florida employment application via People First and a supplemental application to peoplefirst@fdf.state.fl.us . Supplemental application must be received no later than five (5) business days after the closing date.
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
ACTIVE Florida Law Enforcement Compliance/Certification of Equivalency of Training from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement
VALID Driver’s License from the Florida Department of Safety and Motor Vehicles by time of employment
Preference:
A degree from an accredited college or university
Special consideration may be given to eligible candidates who have bilingual verbal and written skills that meet a critical need
Law Enforcement Investigator II requirement:
Three (3) or more years of sworn law enforcement experience
Applicants that have less than three (3) years of sworn law enforcement experience may be considered as a Law Enforcement Investigator I, depending upon agency needs
College education can be substituted at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours per year for a maximum of one (1) year required experience
Selection Process: The selection is a three-to-six-month process where successful applicants MUST PASS the Physical Abilities Test, Oral and Written Exam, CJSTC background prior to beginning.
Benefits include:
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 (MyFRS)
Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts
Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts
Public Service Student Forgiveness Program (PSLF) - eligibility required
$25,000.00 in automatic life insurance coverage
Affordable health insurance options starting as low as $50.00 per month for individuals or $180 per month for family
Multiple supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, disability and more
Pay Additives and Competitive Area Differential (CAD):
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay - up to $1,560 annually
Clothing allowance up to $500.00 annually
Take home car - approximately $10,000.0 in savings annually
Specialty pay additives: FTO and Lead Detective
Programs:
Participation on state and federal task forces
Community Outreach
Honor Guard
Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Please read below:
Please include the names and phone numbers for the supervisor(s) and/or Human Resource Department for all periods of employment.
Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.
Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume”.
Each field (address, city, and state, dates, phone numbers, etc.) should be completed.
If claiming Right to Interview, candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying.
Upon the selection of the top candidate, a current supervisory reference contact will be required.
Minimum Qualifications for this position include the following required entry level Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of investigative and surveillance principles and techniques.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations.
Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to deal with individuals’ critical situations in an effective manner.
Ability to gather and preserve evidence.
Ability to describe facts and events accurately.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to analyze and interpret data.
Ability to effectively interview suspects, complainants and witnesses.
Communication:
Displays good written and oral communication skills.
Exhibits good mediation and negotiating skills.
Documents investigation activity in compliance with Division Policies and Procedures.
Complies with all administrative documentation as prescribed by Division Policies and Procedures.
Ensures that all reports are logically comprehensive and grammatically correct.
Prepares detailed and accurate reports of findings and ensures that they are filed and properly reported.
Training and Proficiency:
All state-issued equipment is utilized and maintained in a safe and ready manner consistent with AP&P and Division Policies and Procedures.
All state-issued and personally approved firearms are maintained and utilized in a safe and proficient manner consistent with Division Policies and Procedures.
Applies a working knowledge of current Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, AP&P, Division Policies and Procedures, industry trends, and current case law relevant to all Job-related functions.
Successfully completed mandated training programs required by Florida Statute, DFS, and Division.
Provide training and technical assistance to new investigators on the requirements and duties associated with the Bureau.
Train and instruct public safety personnel and others on State laws, rules and current investigative techniques.
Interpersonal Skills:
Exhibits flexibility to respond to change.
Exhibits demeanor which is appropriate for the situation.
Functions well as a team member.
Responds to others using tact and diplomacy.
Provides guidance, direction, leadership and motivation to assisting agents, analysts and others as applicable.
Displays ethical and responsible behavior.
Always conducts daily business in professional manner with respect, quality, service and commitment to excellence.
Brief Description of Duties:
Incumbent is a member of DFS’ Disaster Response Team and may be required on short notice to perform duties and necessary attendant travel in support of disaster relief efforts.
The duties of this position require a constituted law enforcement officer subject to be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The incumbent is required to bear firearms. The incumbent is required to maintain certification as a law enforcement officer pursuant to Chapter 943, Florida Statutes.
Conduct extensive investigations: follow up on leads, conduct interviews, execute search warrants, make arrests.
Conduct follow-up latent investigations, interview witnesses and interrogate suspects as appropriate to secure background information on suspect(s).
Identify and arrest criminal suspects. Prepare and present information and evidence to the prosecuting attorney.
Provide expert testimony at legal proceedings and assist in preparation of witnesses, victim, and evidence for use by the prosecution.
Identify, recruit, document and supervise confidential sources as per Division Policies and Procedures.
Collect, seize, protect, maintain, transport and document evidence consistent with statutes, current case law, and Division Policies and Procedures.
Display sound surveillance techniques and undercover capabilities as needed.
Provide investigative support to Division personnel and to other public safety entities.
Apply diverse knowledge and research methods.
Development of strategic and tactical intelligence.
Monitor arrests, prosecutions and forfeitures. Maintain liaison with Prosecutor.
Conduct thorough background investigations on potential Department employees.
Establish and maintain liaison with other entities.
Perform disaster related duties as requested.
Planning and Organizing:
Provides complete and accurate collection of data/information, evaluation and dissemination.
Displays initiative and organization skills in conducting investigative activities.
Prepares and implements investigative plan.
Focuses investigation on objectives necessary for prosecution and closure of cases.
Displays creative planning and seeks innovative resolutions.
Goals, objectives and assignments are met efficiently and in a timely manner.
Consistently allocates resources to maximize efficiency and successful case completion.
Demonstrates fiscal responsibility and monitors expenditures.
Develops case targets.
Performs other related duties as required.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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