LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 42002650
Requisition No:
387421
Agency:
Agriculture and Consumer Services
Working Title:
LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 42002650
Position Number:
42002650
Salary:
$39,559.26-$58,447.74
Posting Closing Date:
06/14/2021
LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
OFFICE OF AGRICULTURAL LAW ENFORCEMENT
THIS IS AN OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY
The headquarters for this position is in Walton County.
Agricultural Law Enforcement Investigator II Duties “ The incumbent in this position is responsible for law enforcement investigations of criminal acts as specified in Section 570.65, Florida Statutes. These acts include, but are not limited to, criminal violations involving:
domesticated animals; livestock; poultry; aquaculture products; farms and farm equipment; livery tack; citrus and citrus products; trespass; littering; forests; theft of forest products; protection of consumers; all criminal laws and civil traffic laws committed on property owned, managed, or occupied by the department; any emergency situation in which the life, limb, or property of any person is placed in danger and any crime incidental to or related thereof. Each law enforcement investigator shall meet the qualifications of law enforcement officers established by Chapter 943, Florida Statutes. Each investigator is subject to and has the same arrest, jurisdiction and other authority provided for state law enforcement officers in Chapter 901, Florida Statutes. Each investigator also has the same right and authority to carry arms as do the sheriffs of this state.
Minimum Requirements
- United States Citizen.
- High school graduate or GED.
- 19 years of age.
- Have not been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement.
- Have not received a dishonorable or undesirable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
- Three (3) years of experience in sworn law enforcement, sworn investigations, fire and arson and/or fraudulent crimes investigations work.
- College education from an accredited institution can substitute at the rate of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours per year for a maximum of one (1) year of the required experience.
- Incumbent must possess active law enforcement certificate in compliance with Florida Statute 943.
- Applicants must possess and maintain a valid driver license
Additional Requirements “ The incumbent will be expected to have phone service for contact during non-duty hours. Investigative personnel are subject to being re-called to duty at any time. The incumbent will be expected to keep the agency informed of contact information in the event a call out is necessary.
The incumbent will be expected to work flexible hours and flexible schedules as the needs arise. This includes weekends and holidays. Investigators are assigned to a 160-hour, 28-day cycle. Investigators are expected to keep their supervisor aware of their time accumulation within a cycle.
The incumbent will be expected to dress in professional business type attire. Professional business type attire is always expected unless an exception is authorized by a supervisor. Cases assigned to the Bureau of Investigative Services are normally very complex involving suspect(s) who are very organized and who use deceptive tactics to perpetrate their crimes. The incumbent will be expected to investigate each case to the fullest extent possible. This will include conducting extensive research of documents, records, and analysis of that data.
In addition to conducting criminal investigations, the incumbent will be expected to conduct coordinated regulatory/civil investigations with other divisions of the Department and other agencies as required. This can include regulated and non-regulated industries.
The incumbent will be expected to document all investigations in a timely manner using the ACISS reporting system. Knowledge in the proper use of all areas of the ACISS reporting system is essential. The incumbent will be expected to keep the chain of command appraised of the progress of each investigation in a timely manner. This includes review of reports and arrest affidavits prior to filing.
The incumbent will be expected to successfully complete an in-depth orientation and training program during probationary status and will be subject to review in job performance.
Selection Process “ The OALE selection process takes approximately two to three months to complete. Steps to complete the selection process include, but are not limited to, 1. A complete State of Florida Employment Application; 2. A completed Office of Agricultural Law Enforcement Sworn Supplemental Application; 3. Oral Review Board; 4. Background Investigation; 5. Psychological Evaluation; 6. Medical Evaluation; 7. Drug Screening
Benefits - State of Florida Retirement package; Ten (10) Paid Holidays annually; Paid Annual Leave; Paid Sick Leave; Health Insurance for Individual or Family Coverage; Life Insurance ($25,000.00); Additional supplemental insurances are available such as dental, vision, etc.; Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available; Tax Deferred Savings Program available through payroll deduction; Post Tax Benefits available.
Uniforms and Dry-cleaning Allowance- All required uniforms, equipment and weapons are provided at no cost; Uniform maintenance allowance is $500 annually.
Duty Station and Assignments “ Defuniak Springs, FL
Education and Training Incentive Payments “ Sworn employees are eligible to receive up to $130 monthly for the completion of career development courses and/or an Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
Starting Salary - $39,559.26- $58,447.74
Contact- Carol Richards at (850) 245-1324 or (850) 274-7068 or AgLawRecruitment@fdacs.gov, with any questions or concerns.
ATTENTION CANDIDATES
To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
- All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed.
- Work history, hours worked, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
- Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Special Notes “
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. 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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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