State of Florida
Job Title
LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II (SWORN ARSON DETECTIVE)
Division Criminal Investigations Division – Fire, Arson & Explosives Investigations, Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, United States of America
Responsibilities
Conduct extensive investigations, following up on leads, conducting interviews, executing search warrants, making arrests.
Conduct follow‑up latent investigations, interviewing witnesses and interrogating suspects as appropriate to secure background information on suspect(s).
Identify and arrest criminal suspects, prepare and present evidence to the prosecuting attorney.
Provide expert testimony at legal proceedings and assist in preparation of witnesses, victims, 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.
Develop strategic and tactical intelligence.
Monitor arrests, prosecutions and forfeitures. Maintain liaison with the 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 skill in conducting investigative activities.
Prepare and implement investigative plan.
Focus investigation on objectives necessary for prosecution and closure of cases.
Display creative planning and seek innovation resolutions.
Meet goals, objectives and assignments efficiently and in a timely manner.
Consistently allocate resources to maximize efficiency and successful case completion.
Demonstrate fiscal responsibility and monitor expenditures.
Develop case targets.
Assign specific tasks to team members.
Qualifications
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 Department of Motor Vehicles.
Three (3) or more years of sworn law enforcement experience.
A degree from an accredited college or university (preferred).
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.
Benefits
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 college/university).
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 $180.00 per month for family.
Multiple supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, disability and more.
Enhanced Pay Additives
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay – up to $1,560 annually.
Clothing allowance up to $500.00 annually.
Take‑home car savings – approximately $10,000.00 annually.
Specialty pay additives: FTO and Lead Detective.
Professional Development Programs
Participation on state and federal task forces.
Community Outreach.
Honor Guard.
Disaster Fraud Action Strike Team (DFAST).
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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.
Accommodation and Drug‑Free 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.
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Division Criminal Investigations Division – Fire, Arson & Explosives Investigations, Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, United States of America
Responsibilities
Conduct extensive investigations, following up on leads, conducting interviews, executing search warrants, making arrests.
Conduct follow‑up latent investigations, interviewing witnesses and interrogating suspects as appropriate to secure background information on suspect(s).
Identify and arrest criminal suspects, prepare and present evidence to the prosecuting attorney.
Provide expert testimony at legal proceedings and assist in preparation of witnesses, victims, 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.
Develop strategic and tactical intelligence.
Monitor arrests, prosecutions and forfeitures. Maintain liaison with the 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 skill in conducting investigative activities.
Prepare and implement investigative plan.
Focus investigation on objectives necessary for prosecution and closure of cases.
Display creative planning and seek innovation resolutions.
Meet goals, objectives and assignments efficiently and in a timely manner.
Consistently allocate resources to maximize efficiency and successful case completion.
Demonstrate fiscal responsibility and monitor expenditures.
Develop case targets.
Assign specific tasks to team members.
Qualifications
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 Department of Motor Vehicles.
Three (3) or more years of sworn law enforcement experience.
A degree from an accredited college or university (preferred).
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.
Benefits
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 college/university).
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 $180.00 per month for family.
Multiple supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, disability and more.
Enhanced Pay Additives
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay – up to $1,560 annually.
Clothing allowance up to $500.00 annually.
Take‑home car savings – approximately $10,000.00 annually.
Specialty pay additives: FTO and Lead Detective.
Professional Development Programs
Participation on state and federal task forces.
Community Outreach.
Honor Guard.
Disaster Fraud Action Strike Team (DFAST).
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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.
Accommodation and Drug‑Free 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.
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