INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST II - 79001462
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.
This position is located within the Bureau of Compliance of the Division of Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes. This in-office position is a part of the investigative team, and is responsible for analyzing and investigating incoming complaints for alleged violations of Florida Statutes and Board Rules regulated by the Department.
Your Specific Responsibilities :
- Conducts investigations of more complex issues to determine regulated parties' compliance with the Florida Statutes and Administrative Code.
- Reviews and analyzes jurisdictional issues, prepares investigative plans, interviews witnesses, gathers and maintains physical evidence, conducts authorized travel, maintains investigative files properly.
- 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.
- Develops and maintains a network of contacts among members and representatives of regulated industries.
- Maintains a wide range of general knowledge of the Department and other agencies' functions in order to provide referral information to the public as needed.
- Performs other related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.Knowledge of investigative techniques.Ability to read, interpret and apply statutes and administrative rules to specific fact scenarios.Ability to conduct fact-finding interviews and take statements.Ability to collect and analyze evidence.Ability to conduct thorough investigations.Ability to write accurate investigative reports.Skilled with attention to detail and critical thinking.Skilled with strong oral and written communication.Skilled with customer service etiquette.Minimum Requirements :
Two years of investigative experience in researching and analyzing statutory issues.Two years in preparing investigative reports.Valid Florida Driver LicenseCase and non-related case TravelPreferred :
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university; ORAssociate's Degree from an accredited college or university and two years investigative experience;Who are bilingual in both English and Spanish.The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida :
State of Florida retirement package : 3% employee contribution required.Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holidayAbility to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave annually as a new employee with the State of FloridaAbility 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 UniversityApplicant 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.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.