STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 15TH CIRCUIT- INVESTIGATOR I - 21015100

Requisition No:884094 Agency: Justice Administrative Commission Working Title: STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 15TH CIRCUIT- INVESTIGATOR I - 21015100 Pay Plan: State Attorneys JAC Position Number:21015100 Salary: $64,900.00 plus $10,000.00 CAD Posting Closing Date: 10/16/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Office of the State Attorney, 15th Judicial Circuit The State Attorney’s Office, 15th Judicial Circuit, is currently accepting applications for an INVESTIGATOR I. This is an AT WILL POSITION.

SPECIAL NOTES:

ONLY APPLICANTS WITH CURRENT LAW ENFORCEMENT CERTIFICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED . A high school diploma or equivalency and four (4) years of sworn investigative or sworn law enforcement experience in one of the following areas is required: Financial/Elderly Abuse Investigations; Computer, Child Exploitation, Sex Crimes and or Special Victims Crimes; Internal Affairs and/or Public Corruption Investigations; Criminal Investigations to include Homicide and Major Crimes; or Crimes Against Persons Investigations. Special preference will be given to bilingual applicants with Florida Law Enforcement Certification and a college degree. This position requires a physician’s assessment (physical exam) to ensure the applicant is capable of performing the essential functions of a law enforcement officer; a security background check, including fingerprinting, verification of prior employment, a neighborhood check, and successful completion of a drug test as a condition of employment. Applicants who served in the military must submit a copy of their DD Form 214. Some travel required. REQUIRED ENTRY-LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations; to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; to deal with individuals critical situations in an effective manner; to gather and preserve evidence; to describe facts and events accurately; to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to analyze and interpret data; to effectively interview suspects, complainants and witnesses.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Conducts interviews with a wide range of persons. Secures documentary evidence. Takes sworn statements. Conducts physical surveillance. Prepares investigative reports. Assists prosecutors in preparation and presentation of misdemeanor and felony cases. Obtains and serves warrants and subpoenas and makes arrests.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Florida Statute 943 requires that any person employed in this class must: (1) Be at least 19 years of age. (2) Be a citizen of the United States, notwithstanding any laws of the State to the contrary. (3) Be a high school graduate or its “equivalent” as the term may be determined by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission of the Department of Law Enforcement. (4) Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, nor have received a dishonorable or undesirable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, not withstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication. (5) Have his/her processed fingerprints on file with the employing agency. (6) Have passed a physical examination by a licensed physician, based on specifications established by the Commission. (7) Have a good moral character as determined by a background investigation under procedures established by the Commission. (8) Possess a current certification as a Florida law enforcement officer. The certification will be confirmed with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). Salary and benefits: The starting salary for this position is $64,900.00 annually plus a Comparative Area Differential (CAD) of $10,000.00 per year and a comprehensive benefit package, including: Low cost health insurance plan options ($50.00 monthly for individual coverage and $180.00 monthly for family coverage) State paid life insurance policy Supplemental insurance plans offered including dental, vision, hospitalization and more Automatic enrollment in the Florida Retirement System in the Special Risk Class Paid County and State holidays Paid vacation and sick leave accrued on a monthly basis Qualifying employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Any offer of employment would be contingent upon the applicant passing a background records check and fingerprinting. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with s. 112.0455, Fla. Stat., Drug-Free Workplace Act. We also participate in the U.S. government’s employment eligibility verification program (E-verify). E-verify is a program that electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the employment eligibility verification form (I-9). The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicant requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at View phone number on click.appcast.io on how your current benefits may 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. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Socket.dev