Adult Protective Investigator — Emergency Response

My Florida CFO; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks an Adult Protective Investigator to handle investigations of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults. You will assess safety within 24 hours of a report, coordinate emergency services, and work with state agencies, law enforcement, and prosecutors to ensure protection and outcomes.

This essential position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus qualifying experience or college credits, and a

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED plus four years of law enforcement or active military service.
• An associate degree or 60+ credit hours plus two years of professional work experience or two years of law enforcement or military service.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Official degree verification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess safety within 24 hours of receiving a report.
• Coordinate emergency services when needed.
• Investigate abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation to prevent recurrence.
• Gather information through interviews, observations, and records analysis.
• Coordinate with state agencies, law enforcement, and prosecutors.
• Connect vulnerable adults with resources to improve quality of life.
• Build relationships with community organizations and service providers.

Skills

Interviewing skills

Emergency response

Criminal history analysis

Public safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 60+ credits

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks an Adult Protective Investigator to handle investigations of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults. You will assess safety within 24 hours of a report, coordinate emergency services, and work with state agencies, law enforcement, and prosecutors to ensure protection and outcomes.

This essential position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus qualifying experience or college credits, and a