Financial Crime Investigator ; Pending Reclass

Overview

FINANCIAL CRIME INVESTIGATOR I (PENDING RECLASS) -

Date:
Jan 23, 2026

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OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CLASS TITLE: FINANCIAL CRIME INVESTIGATOR I (NON-SWORN)

DIVISION: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION

BUREAU: PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD

CITY: MIAMI

COUNTY: MIAMI-DADE

The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components within the Department of Financial Services. This advertisement is for the Bureau of Public Assistance Fraud for a Financial Crime Investigator I position which is a NON-SWORN position.

Special Notes:

TO APPLY, SUBMIT A STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION VIA PEOPLE FIRST AND SUBMIT A SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION TO THE FOLLOWING.

This supplemental application must be received no later than five (5) business days after the closing date of this advertisement to be considered.

THIS IS NOT A TELEWORK POSITION. CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK IN THE OFFICE.

Training and qualifications:

Requirements:

• A minimum of four (4) years of professional work experience in one or more of the following areas: criminal justice, law enforcement, conducting research/interviews, data analysis, investigations, financial auditing, or public assistance programs. A post-secondary degree may be used as an alternative on a year-for-year basis.
• VALID Driver’s License from the Florida Department of Safety and Motor Vehicles by time of employment.

Preference:

• Special consideration may be given to bilingual candidates who meet a critical agency need.

Interview: If selected for an interview, it will be conducted in person.

Application details:

• Candidate profile must be completed in full. Include names and phone numbers for supervisors and the HR department for all periods of employment.
• Explain any gaps in employment. Do not use the phrase “See Resume.”
• All fields (address, city, state, dates, phone numbers, etc.) must be completed.
• If claiming Right to Interview, attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying.
• Upon selection of the top candidate, a current supervisory reference contact will be required.

Notes: Experience and education requirements must be met at the time of application submission to be considered. This position requires a security background check, including fingerprinting.

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application. Omission, falsification, or misrepresentation will result in immediate elimination from the process.

Selection process:

Selection is a three-to-six-month process. Applicants must PASSthe Physical Abilities Test, Oral and Written Exam, and CJSTC background prior to beginning.

The annual salary is $41,000. A CAD of $1,248 applies for positions in Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties.

Employees are paid on a monthly pay cycle.

Benefits

The State of Florida offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• State Group Health Insurance Coverage
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (employer-paid)
• Dental, vision, and other options; leave benefits; 10 holidays
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts; tuition waivers for state colleges

For a full list of benefits, visit the state benefits website.

Minimum qualifications (entry level knowledge, skills, and abilities):

• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to work with others and as part of a team
• Strong planning, organization, and prioritization
• Deductive reasoning and information analysis
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Brief description of duties:

The Financial Crimes Investigator I is an entry level position supporting the mission to identify and eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse in public assistance programs, under the supervision of an Investigations Manager.

Duties include:

• Administer oaths and serve subpoenas under Florida Statutes
• Review case files and identify documentary evidence
• Prepare investigative plans and gather information
• Utilize data systems and interview targets and witnesses
• Obtain statements and document investigative efforts
• Apply relevant statutes and policies; prepare affidavits
• Collaborate with the Investigations Manager on outcomes; cases may be referred to State Attorney or administrative processes
• Provide testimony in court, depositions, and hearings

Training and administrative activities:

• Complete required training programs and work with seasoned investigators
• Follow departmental policies, document hours and expenses, and use case management systems

Additional information:

• If you are a retiree, check how re-employment affects your benefits
• The State is an Equal Opportunity Employer; reasonable accommodations are available
• State supports a Drug-Free workplace and conducts drug testing

Veterans’ Preference: Veterans’ Preference applies to eligible candidates. Documentation must accompany submissions.

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