FINANCIAL CRIME INVESTIGATOR I (PENDING RECLASS) - 43061944
Date: Nov 5, 2025
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Requisition No: 864675
Agency: Financial Services
Working Title: FINANCIAL CRIME INVESTIGATOR I (PENDING RECLASS) - 43061944
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 43061944
Salary: $41,000.00 (Plus $1,248.00 CAD)
Posting Closing Date: 11/25/2025
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OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CLASS TITLE: FINANCIAL CRIME INVESTIGATOR I (NON-SWORN)
DIVISION: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION
BUREAU: PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD
CITY: MIAMI
COUNTY: MIAMI-DADE
The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial Services. This advertisement is for theBureau of Public Assistance Fraud. This advertisement is for aFinancial Crime Investigator Iposition which is aNON-SWORNposition.
Click here (https://www.myfloridacfo.com/division/cid/home) 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
EMAIL ADDRESS: cidhiring@myfloridacfo.com
Click here for Supplemental Application.
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.
THIS IS NOT A TELEWORK POSITION. CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK IN THE OFFICE.
Requirements:
A minimum of four (4) years of professional work experience in one or more of the following areas: criminal justice, law enforcement, conducting research/interviews, data analysis, investigations, financial auditing, or public assistance programs, isrequired.A post-secondary degree from an accredited university/college may be used as an alternative for the years of professional work experience on a year-for-year basis
"Professional work experience" generally includes roles with administrative, supervisory, analytical, or operational responsibilities in structured or corporate settings. Entry-level roles in the service or retail industry (e.g., McDonald's, Publix) typically do not qualify.
VALID Driver's License from the Florida Department of Safety and Motor Vehicles by time of employment.
Preference:
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.
If selected for an interview, interview will be conducted in person.
Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Please read below:
Please include the names and phone numbers for the supervisor(s) and/or Human Resource Department for all periods of employment.
Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.
Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume".
Each field (address, city, and state, dates, phone numbers, etc.) should be completed.
If claiming Right to Interview, candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying.
Upon the selection of the top candidate, a current supervisory reference contact will be required.
Experience and education requirements must be met at the time of application submission to be considered.
This position requires a security background check, including fingerprint as a condition of employment.
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 where the successful applicantsMUST PASS the Physical Abilities Test, Oral and Written Exam, CJSTC background prior to beginning.
The annual salary for this position is $41,000.00. A C ompetitive Area Differential ( CAD) of $1,248.00 will apply only to those applying for positions in the following counties Palm Beach, Broward and Dade.
Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.
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 employee benefits including:
State Group Health Insurance Coverage;
$25,000 Life Insurance Policy (100% paid by employer);
Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options available;
Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
10 paid holidays each year;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
Flexible Spending Accounts; and
Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities!
For a more complete list of benefits, click https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.
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Minimum Qualifications for this position include the following REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish effective working relationship with others.
Ability to work as a part of a team with shared mission and goals.
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize assignments to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Ability to use deductive reasoning.
Ability to analyze and evaluation information.
Ability to be flexible and adjust investigative plans-based developments.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
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 mission of the Bureau of Public Assistance Fraud is to aggressively identify and eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse to safeguard the integrity of taxpayer funded public assistance programs administered by the State of Florida.
The Financial Crimes Investigator I is an entry level position that supports this mission by conducting the following investigative activities under the direct supervision of an Investigations Manager.
Administer oaths and affirmations in accordance with Chapter 414.411, Florida Statutes
Serve department-issued subpoenas in accordance with Chapter 414.411, Florida Statutes
Reviews case files related to suspected fraud in public assistance programs
Identifies documentary evidence pertinent to the suspected fraud
Prepares investigative plans
Gathers information necessary to investigate allegations
Utilizes public and private data systems as part of the investigative process
Interviews targets of the investigation and other community contacts as needed
Obtains written and/or verbal statements as required
Documents investigative efforts in automated information system
Applies Florida Statutes and public assistance policy as appropriate
Prepares affidavits with supporting documentary evidence and witness testimony
Works closely with Investigation Manager to determine outcome of investigations based on available evidence. Cases may be referred to the States Attorney for criminal prosecution or to an administrative hearing process managed by the social service agency. Should the investigation result in a lack of evidence to support referral for either criminal or administrative process, the investigation may be terminated.
Provides testimony in court, depositions, and hearings
Training
The Financial Crimes Investigator I is an entry level position that will be in training status to ensure the incumbent acquires specific knowledge of investigative techniques; public assistance program policy, and Departmental procedures to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position. As part of that process, the incumbent is expected to:
Successfully complete all required training programs
Work closely with the Investigation Manager and experienced investigators as appropriate to develop skills
Administrative Activities
Follows all Department of Financial Services Administrative Policies and Procedures
Documents investigative hours and expenses for cost accounting purposes
Utilizes automated information systems to enter, track, and update assigned cases
Performs other Duties 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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
MIAMI, FL, US, 33128
Nearest Major Market:Miami
