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FINANCIAL CRIME INVESTIGATOR I (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION) - 43061939

State of Florida, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336


FINANCIAL CRIME INVESTIGATOR I (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION) - 43061939

Date: Sep 4, 2024Requisition No: 836424****OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY*****DIVISION: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISIONBUREAU: PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUDCITY: FT. LAUDERDALECOUNTY: BROWARDThe

Criminal Investigations Division

encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial Services. With this broad responsibility, the division investigates a wide range of fraudulent and criminal acts including:Insurance Fraud InvestigationsWorkers’ Compensation Fraud InvestigationsFire, Arson, and Explosives InvestigationsTheft/Misuse of State FundsFire and Explosives Sample AnalysisPublic Assistance FraudMission StatementServing and safeguarding the public and businesses operating in the State of Florida against acts of fraud, arson, and the misuse of state funds.SPECIAL NOTES:Four (4) years of experience in Criminology, Social Sciences, or Business is

required.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.Preference

may be given to applicants who are bilingual.This position requires a security background check which includes a financial credit report, and fingerprinting.Special consideration may be given to eligible candidates who have bilingual verbal & written skills that meet a critical need of the agency’s mission.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.Experience and/or degree requirements must be met at the time of application submission to be considered.WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS?Selection is a

three-to-six-month process

that consists of the following:Completed State of Florida Employment ApplicationCompleted Department of Financial Services, Criminal Investigations Division Supplemental ApplicationInterviewFinancial credit reportOUR SALARY & BENEFITSThis position will hire at $40,000.08 per year (plus CAD of $1,248.00 per year).Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.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.$25,000.00 in automatic life insurance coverage.Affordable health insurance options starting as low as $30.00 per month.Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.Ability to establish effective working relationship with others.Ability to work as a part of a team with shared mission and goals.Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize assignments to ensure timely completion of tasks.Ability to use deductive reasoning.Ability to analyze and evaluate information.Ability to be flexible and adjust investigative plans based on developments.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.Travel may require use of your personally owned vehicle.Incumbent must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:The Financial Crimes Investigator I is an entry level position that supports the mission of the Bureau of Public Assistance Fraud by conducting the following investigative activities under the direct supervision of an Investigations Manager:Administer oaths and affirmations in accordance with Chapter 414.411, Florida Statutes.Serve department-issued subpoenas in accordance with Chapter 414.411, Florida Statutes.Review case files related to suspected fraud in public assistance programs.Identify documentary evidence pertinent to the suspected fraud.Prepare investigative plans.Gather information necessary to investigate allegations.Utilize public and private data systems as part of the investigative process.Interview targets of the investigation and other community contacts as needed.Obtain written and/or verbal statements as required.Document investigative efforts in automated information system.Apply Florida Statutes and public assistance policy as appropriate.Prepare affidavits with supporting documentary evidence and witness testimony.Work closely with Investigation Manager to determine outcome of investigations based on available evidence.Provide testimony in court, depositions, and hearings.TrainingThe Financial Crimes Investigator I is in training status to ensure the incumbent acquires specific knowledge of investigative techniques; public assistance program policy, and Departmental procedures to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position. As part of that process, the incumbent is expected to:Successfully complete all required training programs.Work closely with the Investigation Manager and experienced investigators as appropriate to develop skills.Administrative ActivitiesFollow all Department of Financial Services Administrative Policies and Procedures.Document investigative hours and expenses for cost accounting purposes.Utilize automated information systems to enter, track, and update assigned cases.Performs other duties as required.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.

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