CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR

Child Protective Investigator – 60002461 Date: Jul 7, 2026 Requisition No: 879012 Agency: Children and Families Position Number: 60002461 Salary: $50,000.08 annually / $1,923.08 bi-weekly How you will make an impact Children in crisis need quick action from strong, compassionate individuals dedicated to ensuring their safety. This demanding and challenging career could be your opportunity to speak for those with no voice and fight to help ensure the safety of those who cannot protect themselves. We are looking for people who are detail‑oriented, possess good decision‑making skills, and can thrive in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced environment. When seconds count, your career decision may be the critical difference in the life of a child. What you will do Conduct investigations of abuse, neglect, abandonment and/or special conditions for children; Collect information through observation and interviews with children, parents, relatives, and neighbors; Assess danger threats, child vulnerabilities and caregiver protective capacities to determine whether a child is safe; Arrange emergency placement for any child that cannot safely remain in their home; Notify state attorney, law enforcement and child protection teams; Provide families with service linkages to agency and community resources; Conduct initial/ongoing child present and impending danger assessments; Report indication of abuse, neglect and/or abandonment to the Florida Abuse Hotline. Qualifications A high school diploma or GED equivalent and four years of law‑enforcement experience or active military service (honorably discharged or current service reflecting honorable status); OR An associate degree or 60+ credit hours from an accredited college/university and two years of professional work experience (examples below) or two years of law‑enforcement experience or active military service (honorably discharged or current service reflecting honorable status); A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university. Examples of professional work experience that may meet the two years of professional work experience requirement: Guardian Ad Litem or similar child advocate role Family Support Worker Group Home Worker Teacher / Teacher’s Assistant / Aide Therapeutic Assistant Family Intervention Specialist Home Health Aide / CNA Healthcare Practitioner (LPN, RN) or similar profession Nursing Facility Assistant Paramedic / EMT Dispatcher Security/Safety Officer Emergency Management Deputy/Director or similar position Investigator (sworn/non‑sworn) for a government entity Other welfare, education, first responder, emergency management or medical professional jobs that occur in high‑paced, high‑stress environments requiring critical decision‑making. Additional Requirements Must obtain a Florida Child Protective Investigator Certification from the Florida Certification Board within 12 months after provisional certification; all investigators must maintain certification as a condition of employment. Valid driver license. Must possess an operational private vehicle for use in the performance of daily work activities; selected candidates must provide proof of vehicle registration and appropriate insurance coverage within 30 days of hire. The Department provides a Vehicle Insurance Allowance to assist with the cost of insurance coverage due to the use of a private vehicle for work purposes. Ability to attend an 8‑12‑week mandatory training course scheduled during day, weekend, and evening hours. Physical agility tasks: ambulate in varied terrains to enter residences/locations as well as up and down stairs, assist with evacuation during an emergency, have normal vision and hearing (including use of corrective devices), perform repetitive movements with arms, hands, neck and head, bend, twist, turn, kneel, stoop, squat, push, pull, lift and walk extended distances, lift and carry up to 30 pounds, assist clients in and out of properties, vehicles and safety equipment/devices, sit and/or stand for periods without a break, work 16‑hour shifts on occasion, remain alert while on duty, drive a vehicle (car or passenger van) to transport clients at daytime and nighttime. Special Notes Language proficiency may be considered in the selection process as determined by Agency needs at the time of selection. May require successful completion of pre‑interview assessment or work sample to be eligible for interview. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work or related field preferred. Additional Information / Requirements This position will require night, weekend, and holiday work. It has also been designated as an essential position. Incumbents are expected to work during emergency situations or natural disasters and may be required to work before, during and beyond normal work hours/days. Incumbents may be exposed to possible hazardous conditions in the field. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Following policy and procedures; managing time; assessing, planning, intervening, evaluating, documenting, engaging, teaming; taking appropriate actions related to domestic violence, mental health, and/or substance abuse; establishing effective relationships with colleagues; professional competencies. Candidate Profile (application completion) Candidate profile must be completed in its entirety, including supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment, explanation of any gaps in employment, and verifiable experience, education, training, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history. 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 features a highly competitive set of employee benefits, opportunities and training for all employees. Where you will work Orlando, FL. Location Orlando, FL, 32811 Additional application information For assistance, call the People First Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.to6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Selection Service Male candidates born on or after October1,1962, must register with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday or provide a Letter of Registration Exemption. Verification will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, visit Background Screening Requirement All candidates must successfully complete a state and national criminal history check, fingerprinting through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). No applicant may begin employment until background screening results are received, reviewed for disqualifying offenses, and approved. Veterans’ Preference applies and documentation must be provided. EEO Statement Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F.S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr