People First Service Center
LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43000680
People First Service Center, West Palm Beach, Florida, United States, 33412
Overview
LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43000680 Date: Oct 11, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website. Requisition No: 857030 Working Title: LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43000680 Position Number: 43000680 OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CLASS TITLE: LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II (SWORN INSURANCE FRAUD DETECTIVE) DIVISION: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION BUREAU: INSURANCE FRAUD CITY: WEST PALM BEACH COUNTY: PALM BEACH 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. Click here for additional information about the Department of Financial Services, Criminal Investigations Division 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 This supplemental application MUST be received no later than five (5) business days after the closing date of this advertisement in order to be considered for this position. Qualifications
Requirements: High School Diploma or its equivalent. ACTIVE Florida Law Enforcement Compliance/Certification of Equivalency of Training from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. VALID Driver’s License from the Department of Motor Vehicles. For Law Enforcement Investigator II Three (3) or more years of sworn law enforcement experience. Preferences: 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 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 resident to the address of their assigned office. Experience and education requirements must be met at the time of application submission to be considered. Responsibilities
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. Conduct extensive investigations, including following up on leads, conducting interviews, executing search warrants, and making arrests. Conduct follow-up latent investigations, interviewing witnesses and interrogation of suspects to secure background information. Identify and arrest criminal suspects; prepare and present information and evidence to the prosecuting attorney. Provide expert testimony at legal proceedings and assist in the preparation of witnesses, victims, and evidence for the prosecution. Identify, recruit, document and supervise confidential sources as per Division Policies and Procedures. Collect, seize, protect, maintain, transport and document evidence in accordance with statutes, 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; develop 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
Provide complete and accurate collection of data/information, evaluation and dissemination. Display initiative and organization skills in conducting investigative activities. Prepare and implement investigative plan. Focus investigations on objectives necessary for prosecution and closure of cases. Display creative planning and seek innovative resolutions. Meet goals and assignments efficiently and in a timely manner. Allocate resources to maximize efficiency and successful case completion. Demonstrate fiscal responsibility and monitor expenditures. Develop case targets. Benefits and Other Information
Paid holidays, vacation and one personal holiday Up to 104 hours of paid annual leave 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 in automatic life insurance coverage Affordable health insurance options starting as low as $50 per month for individuals or $180 per month for family Supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, disability and more Criminal Justice Incentive Pay - up to $1,560 annually Clothing allowance up to $500 annually Take home car – approximately $10,000 in savings annually Specialty pay additives: FTO and Lead Detective Programs Participation on state and federal task forces Community Outreach Honor Guard Minimum Qualifications
ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Communication: Displays good written and oral communication skills; mediating and negotiating; documents investigation activity in compliance with Division Policies and Procedures; prepares reports that are clear and grammatically correct. Interpersonal Skills: Flexible, diplomatic, team-oriented; provides guidance and motivation; ethical and professional. Training and Proficiency: Uses state-issued equipment safely; understands Florida Statutes, Administrative Code, AP&P, Division Policies; completes mandated training; provides training to others. Knowledge areas: investigative and surveillance principles; criminal justice system; ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations; apply laws, rules and procedures; gather and preserve evidence; interview suspects, witnesses and others. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Incumbent is a member of DFS Disaster Response Team and may be required on short notice to perform duties and travel in support of disaster relief efforts. Conduct extensive investigations; follow up on leads; interview witnesses; execute search warrants; make arrests. Conduct follow-up latent investigations; interview witnesses; interrogation of suspects. Identify and arrest suspects; present information to prosecutors; provide expert testimony as needed. Identify, recruit and supervise confidential sources; collect and preserve evidence. Display surveillance and undercover capabilities as needed; provide support to Division personnel and other agencies. Plan and organize investigations; develop strategic intelligence; coordinate with prosecutors. Perform disaster-related duties as requested. Other notes The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Veterans’ Preference applies as described; accompanying documentation must be submitted with each submission. Location: WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33401 Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach Nearest Secondary Market: Miami 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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LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43000680 Date: Oct 11, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website. Requisition No: 857030 Working Title: LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43000680 Position Number: 43000680 OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CLASS TITLE: LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II (SWORN INSURANCE FRAUD DETECTIVE) DIVISION: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION BUREAU: INSURANCE FRAUD CITY: WEST PALM BEACH COUNTY: PALM BEACH 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. Click here for additional information about the Department of Financial Services, Criminal Investigations Division 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 This supplemental application MUST be received no later than five (5) business days after the closing date of this advertisement in order to be considered for this position. Qualifications
Requirements: High School Diploma or its equivalent. ACTIVE Florida Law Enforcement Compliance/Certification of Equivalency of Training from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. VALID Driver’s License from the Department of Motor Vehicles. For Law Enforcement Investigator II Three (3) or more years of sworn law enforcement experience. Preferences: 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 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 resident to the address of their assigned office. Experience and education requirements must be met at the time of application submission to be considered. Responsibilities
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. Conduct extensive investigations, including following up on leads, conducting interviews, executing search warrants, and making arrests. Conduct follow-up latent investigations, interviewing witnesses and interrogation of suspects to secure background information. Identify and arrest criminal suspects; prepare and present information and evidence to the prosecuting attorney. Provide expert testimony at legal proceedings and assist in the preparation of witnesses, victims, and evidence for the prosecution. Identify, recruit, document and supervise confidential sources as per Division Policies and Procedures. Collect, seize, protect, maintain, transport and document evidence in accordance with statutes, 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; develop 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
Provide complete and accurate collection of data/information, evaluation and dissemination. Display initiative and organization skills in conducting investigative activities. Prepare and implement investigative plan. Focus investigations on objectives necessary for prosecution and closure of cases. Display creative planning and seek innovative resolutions. Meet goals and assignments efficiently and in a timely manner. Allocate resources to maximize efficiency and successful case completion. Demonstrate fiscal responsibility and monitor expenditures. Develop case targets. Benefits and Other Information
Paid holidays, vacation and one personal holiday Up to 104 hours of paid annual leave 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 in automatic life insurance coverage Affordable health insurance options starting as low as $50 per month for individuals or $180 per month for family Supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, disability and more Criminal Justice Incentive Pay - up to $1,560 annually Clothing allowance up to $500 annually Take home car – approximately $10,000 in savings annually Specialty pay additives: FTO and Lead Detective Programs Participation on state and federal task forces Community Outreach Honor Guard Minimum Qualifications
ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Communication: Displays good written and oral communication skills; mediating and negotiating; documents investigation activity in compliance with Division Policies and Procedures; prepares reports that are clear and grammatically correct. Interpersonal Skills: Flexible, diplomatic, team-oriented; provides guidance and motivation; ethical and professional. Training and Proficiency: Uses state-issued equipment safely; understands Florida Statutes, Administrative Code, AP&P, Division Policies; completes mandated training; provides training to others. Knowledge areas: investigative and surveillance principles; criminal justice system; ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations; apply laws, rules and procedures; gather and preserve evidence; interview suspects, witnesses and others. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Incumbent is a member of DFS Disaster Response Team and may be required on short notice to perform duties and travel in support of disaster relief efforts. Conduct extensive investigations; follow up on leads; interview witnesses; execute search warrants; make arrests. Conduct follow-up latent investigations; interview witnesses; interrogation of suspects. Identify and arrest suspects; present information to prosecutors; provide expert testimony as needed. Identify, recruit and supervise confidential sources; collect and preserve evidence. Display surveillance and undercover capabilities as needed; provide support to Division personnel and other agencies. Plan and organize investigations; develop strategic intelligence; coordinate with prosecutors. Perform disaster-related duties as requested. Other notes The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Veterans’ Preference applies as described; accompanying documentation must be submitted with each submission. Location: WEST PALM BEACH, FL, US, 33401 Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach Nearest Secondary Market: Miami 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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