FINANCIAL INVESTIGATOR-ECONOMIC CRIMES - 43004631

Requisition No: 828063 

Agency: Financial Services

Working Title: FINANCIAL INVESTIGATOR-ECONOMIC CRIMES - 43004631

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 43004631 

Salary:  $62,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 05/09/2024 

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*****OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY*****

DIVISION: INVESTIGATIVE AND FORENSIC SERVICES

BUREAU: WORKER’S COMPENSATION FRAUD - OFFICE OF FISCAL INTEGRITY

CITY: TALLAHASSEE

COUNTY: LEON

The Division of Investigative and Forensic Services encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial Services. With this broad responsibility, the division investigates a wide range of fraudulent and criminal acts including:

• Insurance Fraud Investigations
• Workers' Compensation Fraud Investigations
• Fire, Arson, and Explosives Investigations
• Theft/Misuse of State Funds
• Fire and Explosives Sample Analysis

Mission Statement

Serving and safeguarding the public and businesses operating in the State of Florida against acts of fraud, arson, and the misuse of state funds.

Available links to the Agency and Division:

• MyFloridaCFO
• Division of Investigative and Forensic Services

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, SUBMIT A STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION ONLINE IN PEOPLE FIRST AND EMAIL IN A SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW. THE SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION CAN BE FOUND AT:

https://www.myfloridacfo.com/division/difs/career-opportunities

Email Address:  hiringdifs@myfloridacfo.com

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.

Job Line Phone number: (850) 413-4063

SPECIAL NOTES:

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Additional requirements:

• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certificate or five (5) years of professional experience in insurance fraud, finance, or securities fraud.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, to include Word, Excel, and Outlook, and the ability and skills to effectively use this software.
• Valid Florida driver's license.

Preferences:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university

• Analyzing bank records.
• Producing analytical financial reports.

Special consideration may be given to eligible candidates who have bilingual verbal & written skills that meet a critical need of the agency’s mission.

All successful candidates will be contacted for an interview by email that is provided on your state application.

This position requires a security background check which includes a financial credit report, and fingerprinting.

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 that consists of the following:

• Completed State of Florida Employment Application
• Completed Department of Financial Services, Division of Investigative and Forensic Services Supplemental Application
• Interview
• Fingerprinting
• Background Investigation
• Financial credit report

Our Salary & Benefits

The minimum salary for this position is $62,000.00.

Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.

Benefits include:

• 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  
• Career training opportunities.
• $25,000.00 in automatic life insurance coverage.

• Affordable health insurance options starting as low as $30.00 per month.
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, disability and more.

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of basic accounting and auditing principles. Knowledge of the methods of compiling and analyzing data. Knowledge of monitoring techniques. Knowledge of basic mathematics. Knowledge of advanced investigative techniques. Knowledge of the rules and evidence. Knowledge of court procedures and requirements.
• Ability to review, analyze and evaluate financial data. Ability to examine and audit financial records. Ability to prepare financial audit reports. Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to conduct research and prepare reports. Ability to probe and obtain critical facts. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to conduct investigations. Ability to prepare exhibits and schedules for presentation in court. Ability to present information in a concise and organized manner. Ability to provide expert testimony in state and federal court.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

 If applicable, (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.)

1. Conducts financial investigations in insurance fraud, finance, and securities fraud cases.
2. Investigates violations of state fiscal laws, rules, and regulations.
3. Interviews and secures statements from principals, employees, and other witnesses.
4. Performs cash flow analysis, collects, and evaluates documents and other evidence.
5. Prepares final reports on financial investigations, setting forth information and evidence obtained.
6. Testifies at administrative, civil, and criminal court hearings and trials resulting from these investigations.
7. Maintains liaison and performs joint investigations with federal, state, and local law enforcement.
8. Prepares documents, exhibits, schedules, and other pertinent information for use in criminal prosecution of economic fraud cases in a court of law.
9. Assists state attorneys in the prosecution of economic fraud cases.
10. Performs related work as required.

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.