SPECIAL AGENT

Special Agent - 71000029

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is currently seeking experienced law enforcement investigators to fill multiple Special Agent positions within the Protective Service Division (PSD) in Tallahassee, Florida. PSD is a specialized operational component primarily dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the Governor and First Family, the Governor's Mansion and grounds and the Executive Office of the Governor. PSD also provides protective services to visiting public officials/figures, particularly other United States governors and their families.

Special Agents are sworn law enforcement officers who assist the state's criminal justice community by providing a variety of services including identifying and investigating organized and multi-jurisdictional crimes; apprehending fugitives; collecting and disseminating criminal intelligence information; investigating public corruption; seizing illegally obtained assets; dismantling criminal organizations; assisting in locating missing persons; and providing protective services to Florida's Governor and other dignitaries.

Special Agents within the Protective Services Division have the opportunity to travel within Florida, nationally, and internationally. Special Agents on this detail will work shifts, including holidays, nights and weekends. Work schedules are adjusted on a regular basis and the applicant must be willing to accept this flexible schedule as well as extensive travel requirements. Applicants must reside within 50 miles of FDLE Headquarters in Tallahassee, Florida.

To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of sworn law enforcement experience, two of which must be investigative; and
• Active law enforcement certification or eligible to be certified in the state of Florida per s. 943.13, Florida Statutes & CJSTC Requirements; or successful completion of FDLE Special Agent Trainee Program.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling;
• Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations;
• Ability to probe and obtain critical facts;
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Ability to describe facts and events accurately;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
• Ability to analyze and interpret data;
• Ability to effectively interview suspects, complainants, and witnesses; and
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

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: Persons selected will be hired at $66,150.00 and increases are granted based upon appropriations as determined by the Florida Legislature.

FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four fundamental values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide – either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security.