INSPECTOR - 71000942

State-of-Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

FDLE in Orlando seeks an Inspector under the Special Agent Supervisor to conduct complex investigations from various origins, including the Governor's Office and internal complaints against dept employees. The role requires professional conduct in line with FDLE policies.

Duties include reviewing whistle-blower complaints, resolving non-investigative matters, documenting findings, and ensuring compliant administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of investigative techniques and procedures.
• Understanding of criminal and administrative law as it applies to investigations.
• Familiarity with Officer’s Bill of Rights and state whistle-blower provisions.
• Ability to document findings clearly and professionally.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply state policies and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Review or investigate all Whistle-Blower complaints and complaints alleging violations by FDLE members.
• Maintain proper control of assigned departmental property and conduct transfers with documentation.
• Research, review, and recommend actions; ensure documents and referrals are accurate.
• Maintain mandatory retraining and firearm qualification as required.
• Demonstrate professional image and timely completion of administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with dress code and professional interaction standards.
• Submit weekly reports, vehicle logs, briefing documents, and travel vouchers on time.

Skills

Investigation skills

Criminal law

Administrative procedure

Officer’s Rights

Reporting skills

Communication skills

Policy understanding

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Special Agent Supervisor, this position is responsible for conducting complex investigations from various origins including but not limited to, Office of the Governor, Chief Inspector General’s Office and internal investigations of complaints against departmental employees. The Inspector will at all times conduct himself in a courteous, diplomatic, and professional manner. Special attention and complete adherence will be made to all policies and procedures of FDLE, especially as it relates to personal conduct. Even the appearance of impropriety must be avoided.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for reviewing or investigating all Whistle-Blower complaints and complaints that allege a member of FDLE has violated law, policy, procedure or otherwise has failed to conduct themselves in a manner expected of FDLE members;
• Resolving various complaints made to FDLE which are not immediately subject to investigation by the Office of Inspector General, maintains required levels for sworn members and maintains proper control of assigned departmental property;
• Demonstrating the ability to research, review and recommend appropriate action to resolve complaints. Complaints will be properly documented, and referral documents and correspondence will be prepared without spelling or grammatical errors;
• Mandatory retraining, firearm qualification and any required proficiency level for sworn personnel will be maintained at all times;
• Assigning departmental property will be kept in good working order with a high regard placed on proper maintenance, care, and close accountability on each item of property. Property transfers will be appropriately coordinated and documented;
• Demonstrating professional image through appropriate dress, demeanor and overall interaction with fellow members, Command Staff, officials, and professional counterparts; and will complete all administrative tasks in an accurate and timely manner;
• Excepting as may be necessary in furtherance of an approved special investigative role, the Inspector will always dress in acceptable business attire consistent with those whom he daily interacts. Daily interaction may include Command Staff, Office of the Governor and Cabinet, State Attorneys, other agency heads, agency counterparts, etc. Other exceptions only by supervisory approval;
• All administrative tasks, i.e., weekly reports, vehicle logs, briefing documents, travel vouchers, etc., will be submitted accurately and in a timely fashion consistent with current departmental policy and procedure.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of and ability to utilize legal, acceptable, and effective investigative techniques;
• Working knowledge and understanding of law, criminal and administrative procedure applicable to general and internal investigations;
• Working knowledge and understanding of the governmental structure for the state of Florida;
• Knowledge and understanding of law, criminal and administrative procedures applicable to general & internal investigations;
• Ability to interpret and apply guidelines outlined in F.S. 112.532 (Officer’s Bill of Rights) and 112.3187(Whistle-blower Act).
• Ability to comprehend and retain critical facts;
• Ability to verbally communicate results/progress of investigative activity in an effective and efficient manner;
• Ability to establish investigative goals and objectives and to plan, prioritize and implement necessary steps to accomplish such;
• Ability to demonstrate a professional image in appropriate dress, demeanor, and personal interaction; and
• Skill in oral and written reporting and documentation.

Note: 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.

BASE SALARY:

• $69,709.64

NOTES:

Starting salary will be at the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE's pay policy. The elements of this selection process may include a work sample and/or interview. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

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.

Location

ORLANDO, FL, US, 32801 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32803 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32804 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32805 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32806 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32807 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32808 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32809 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32810 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32811 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32812 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32814 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32818 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32819 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32821 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32822 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32824 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32825 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32826 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32827 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32831 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32833 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32835

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