Requisition No: 879488
Agency: Financial Services
Working Title: LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43005155
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 43005155
Salary: $60,000.00 - $63,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 08/07/2026
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*****OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY*****
CLASS TITLE: LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II (SWORN INSURANCE FRAUD DETECTIVE)
DIVISION: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION
BUREAU: INSURANCE FRAUD
CITY: LAKELAND
COUNTY: POLK
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.
SPECIAL NOTES:
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, SUBMIT A STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION VIA PEOPLE FIRST AND SUBMIT A SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION TO THE FOLLOWING
EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]
This supplemental application MUST be received no later than five (5) business days after the closing date of this advertisement to be considered for this position.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM (SSS) AND REQUIREMENT
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire.
QUESTIONS:
Job Line Phone number: (850) 413-4063
Requirements:
High School Diploma or its equivalent.
For Law Enforcement Investigator II
Three (3) or more years of sworn law enforcement experience*
ACTIVE Certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer; or have you completed the Florida Equivalency of Training (CJSTC 76) and are eligible to receive the Law Enforcement Certification in accordance with Section 943.13, Florida Statutes.
VALID Driver’s License from the Florida Department of Safety and Motor Vehicles by time of employment.
Preference:
Special consideration may be given to eligible candidates who have bilingual verbal and written skills that meet a critical need of the agency’s mission.
- NOTE: Correctional Officer and Correction Probational Officer Certifications DO NOT meet the requirements of the job description.
College education can be substituted at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours per year for a maximum of one year required experience.
Individuals that have less than three years of sworn law enforcement experience may be considered at a Law Enforcement Investigator I, depending upon the agency’s needs.
The Division requires you to live no more than 50 miles from your residence to your assigned duty station (office). The mileage will be determined by geodesic distance (direct line) from their address of residents to the address of their assigned office.
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 education requirements must be met at the time of application submission to be considered.
This position requires a security background check, including fingerprint as a condition of employment.
A CAD (Competitive Area Differential) of $4,999.80 will apply only to those applying for positions in the following counties Palm Beach, Broward and Dade.
LEI I Salary $60,000.00
LEI II Salary $63,000.00
Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.
Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.
WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS?
Selection is a three-to-six-month process where the successful applicants MUST PASS the Physical Abilities Test, Oral and Written Exam, CJSTC background prior to beginning.
If selected for an interview, interview will be conducted in person.
To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools at any stage of the process is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification for the position.
Our Salary & Benefits – CAREER SERVICE SPECIAL RISK
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
State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program (must be accepted by a Florida colleges/universities)
Public Service Student Forgiveness Program (PSLF) - (Eligibility required)
https://studentaid.gov/sites/default/files/public-service-application-for-forgiveness.pdf
$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
Programs
Participation in state and federal task forces
Community Outreach
Honor Guard
Disaster Fraud Action Strike Team (DFAST)
Minimum Qualifications for this position include the following REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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.
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.
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.
OTHER KSAs (Incumbent may learn on job):
Knowledge of investigative, undercover, and surveillance principles and techniques. Knowledge of searches and seizures. 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.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Incumbent of position is a member of DFS’ Disaster Response Team and, in that capacity, 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.
Investigative Activities
Conduct extensive investigations. Responsibilities to include following up on leads, conducting interviews, executing search warrants, making arrests.
Conduct follow-up latent investigations, interviewing witnesses and interrogation of suspects as appropriate in order 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 assists in preparation of witnesses, victim, and evidence for use by the prosecution.
Identifies, recruits, documents, and supervises confidential sources as per DIVISION Policies and Procedures.
Collects, seizes, protects, maintains, transports and documents evidence consistent with statutes, current case law, and DIVISION Policies and Procedures.
Displays sound surveillance techniques.
Plans and conducts undercover operations.
Provides investigative and undercover operational support to DIVISION personnel and to other public safety entities.
Assist DIVISION personnel with investigations, arrests, surveillance, and raids related to UC operations.
Determine involvement of suspects in other crimes.
To prepare and maintain detailed case files for criminal prosecution and or civil forfeiture.
To develop sources of information which may be of assistance in conducting mid to upper-level investigations of organizations, fraudsters, etc.
Applies diverse knowledge and research methods.
Development of strategic and tactical intelligence.
Monitors arrests, prosecutions, and forfeitures. Maintains liaison with Prosecutor.
Conduct thorough background investigations on potential Department employees.
Establish and maintain liaison with other entities.
Performs disaster related duties as requested.
Planning and Organizing
Provides complete and accurate collection of data/information, evaluation and dissemination.
Displays initiative and organizational 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.
THE INCUMBENT OF THIS POSITION IS CONSIDERED TO HAVE REGULATORY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IS SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 60L-32.
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.
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. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
LAKELAND, FL, US, 33801
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Nearest Major Market: Lakeland
