INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST II - 79001459

Requisition No: 837372 

Agency: Business and Professional Regulations

Working Title: INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST II - 79001459

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 79001459 

Salary:  $42,748.16 - $46,748.00 (CAD Included) 

Posting Closing Date: 11/28/2024 

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Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes

Investigation Specialist II

Position Number: 79001459

Hiring Salary: $42,748.16 – $46,748.00 (CAD Included)

** Open Competitive **

Our Organization and Mission:

The Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) is the agency charged with licensing and regulating State of Florida businesses and professionals, such as cosmetologists, veterinarians, condominiums, hotels, and restaurants. Our mission is to license efficiently and regulate fairly, and we strive to meet this goal in our day-to-day operations.

The Work You Will Do:

This position is located within the Bureau of Compliance of the Division of Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes. This position is a part of the criminal referral unit and is responsible for reviewing cases related to alleged criminal activity related to the operations of a condominium.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Conducts reviews of incoming case files related to alleged criminal activity related to the operations of a condominium. Identifies documentary evidence pertinent to the suspected criminal activity. Prepares investigative reports and referrals. Gathers information necessary to investigate allegations. Utilizes public and private data systems as part of the investigative process. Interviews parties of the investigation and other contacts as needed. Obtains written and/or verbal statements as required. Documents investigative efforts in automated information system. Prepares affidavits with supporting documentary evidence and witness testimony.
• Works closely with the Attorney Supervisor to determine cases that may be referred to the States Attorney and other local law enforcement agencies for criminal prosecution.

• Provides written and telephonic responses to complaints and inquiries from the public concerning issues regulated by the Division’s program areas.  Communicates with the public in a timely manner, and is knowledgeable in applying the statutes and administrative rules enforced by the division to varying factual scenarios. 

• Generates appropriate documentation and maintains appropriate files in response to complaints and inquiries from the public.

• Prepares cases for administrative action, trial and related hearings or proceedings. Testifies in proceedings as needed.

• Develops and maintains a network of contacts among members and representatives of regulated industries. 

• Performs other related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work independently. 
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. 
• Ability to communicate effectively to members within and outside of the organization. 
• Skilled in writing and reading comprehension. 
• Skilled in customer service etiquette.
• Ability to manage time working on various assignments. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to prepare correspondence and administrative reports.
• Proficient in the use of technology including software, hardware, and data systems.   
• Knowledge and the ability to apply Florida Statutes, rules and procedures for licensing of professionals.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or the equivalent; and
• Two (2) years of administrative office experience or customer service experience.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

 “Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• State of Florida retirement package: 3% employee contribution required.
• Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holiday
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave annually as a new employee with the State of Florida
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually.
• The State of Florida offers health insurance coverage (i.e. individual and family coverage) to eligible employees.
• The State of Florida provides a $25,000 life insurance policy to eligible employees.
• Additional supplemental insurance policies are available for dental, vision, hospital supplement, cancer, etc.
• Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts are available.
• Tuition waiver program to attend an approved State of Florida College or University

For additional benefit information, please visit the following website: http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

 
***Information contained in responses to Qualifying Questions concerning education, experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities must also be disclosed on the State of Florida Employment Application. ***

Applicant Note: If you are the selected candidate for this position and hold a current license through the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, you may be required to place your license in an inactive status.
 
NOTE: This position requires a security background check, physician assessment, drug screening, and participation in direct deposit. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and date of birth in order to conduct this background check.
 
Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online.  All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement.  If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.

 
The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes. 
 

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DBPR Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 487-2074. DBPR requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

SPECIAL REMINDERS:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.  For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov .

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.

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.  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.