Senior Adult Protective Investigator

Overview

Requisition No:869748

Agency:
Children and Families

Working Title:

SENIOR ADULT PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR -

Pay Plan:
Career Service

Position Number:

Salary: AGENCY TO UPDATE

Posting Closing Date: 02/08/2026

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Senior Adult Protective Investigator

Florida Department of Children and Families

Circuit 20

Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy.

• This is a professional position conducting confidential investigations of alleged abuse, neglect, self-neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.
• Conduct investigations regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, self-neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.
• Serve as a mentor to unit adult protective investigators; mentor new API staff by shadowing prior to preservice training, orienting to community and state agency partners, and serving as the new API’s mentor and contact during the probationary period.
• Inform the API supervisor, Operations Program Administrator, and APS region program office of potential issues including staffing, need for training, and higher level coaching of unit staff.
• Refer vulnerable adults to appropriate service providers as determined during the investigation, which may be initiated at any point during the investigation.
• Attend scheduled in-service and/or pre-service training as required; participate in conferences, staffings and meetings as required.
• Act as Acting Supervisor when the supervisor is unavailable by reviewing new intakes for appropriateness; assign investigations; complete thorough review of safety assessments, 30-day reviews and closures in a timely manner.
• Keep APS region program office informed of staffing and training needs.

• Experience in emergency, tactical or customer/public complaint interactions using communication technology; basic computer and typing skills.
• Knowledge of interviewing and observation techniques; knowledge of family dynamics and functioning.
• Skill in researching and utilizing internet sites to gather information.
• Ability to assess service needs and facilitate appropriate service delivery; write professional, accurate investigative reports.
• Ability to conduct fact-finding interviews; understand and apply relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to collect and synthesize evidentiary materials; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Active listening and effective communication; establish and maintain working relationships with others.
• Proficiency in using computer systems and working in a paperless environment.
• Maintain tact, patience, and courtesy when dealing with vulnerable adults; maintain a calm, professional demeanor for emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Demonstrate independent judgment and initiative to complete field assignments; typing and time management skills are necessary.

• Application must be completed in full; include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment.
• Explain any gaps in employment to avoid delays in the hiring process.
• Document experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and abilities verifiably to meet minimum qualifications; avoid using See Resume statements.
• If experiencing problems applying online, contact the People First Service Center at .

Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: The State’s total compensation package includes a competitive set of employee benefits. For a complete list of benefits, visit the benefits site at myflorida benefits.

Growth Opportunities: With 12,000 employees across the state, DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are challenging, complex, and rewarding. All employees are encouraged to pursue advancement and professional development.

Florida is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. You are never more than 60 miles from a body of saltwater, and there are 175 state parks to explore. The state is diverse and welcoming; we invite you to join our team.

Mission: The mission is to protect the vulnerable, promote…