Crime Intelligence Analyst I

The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial Services. With this broad responsibility, the division investigates a wide range of fraudulent and criminal acts including:

• Insurance Fraud Investigations
• Workers’ Compensation Fraud Investigations
• Fire, Arson, and Explosives Investigations
• Theft/Misuse of State Funds
• Fire and Explosives Sample Analysis
• Public Assistance Fraud

Mission Statement

Serving and safeguarding the public and businesses operating in the State of Florida against acts of fraud, arson, and the misuse of state funds.

Available links to the Agency and Division:

• MyFloridaCFO
• Criminal Investigations Division

SPECIAL NOTES:

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, SUBMIT A STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION ONLINE IN PEOPLE FIRST AND EMAIL IN A SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW. THE SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION CAN BE FOUND AT:

https://www.myfloridacfo.com/division/cid/career-opportunities

Email Address: cidhiring@myfloridacfo.com

Job Line Phone number: (850) 413-4063

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

Requirements:

• Two (2) years of professional experience in criminal intelligence, military intelligence, or in a law enforcement agency. An associate degree from an accredited college or university may be used as an alternative for the years of required experience.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Preferences:

• Experience in criminal intelligence, financial analysis, military intelligence, investigative analysis, and/or working in a law enforcement agency.
• Experience in any of the following components of analysis: financial analysis, forensic analysis, statistical analysis, crime analysis.

Special consideration may be given to eligible candidates who have bilingual verbal & written skills that meet a critical need of the agency’s mission.

This position requires a security background check which includes a financial credit report, and fingerprinting.

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.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS?

Selection is a three-to-six-month process that consists of the following:

• Completed State of Florida Employment Application
• Completed Department of Financial Services, Criminal Investigations Division Supplemental Application
• Interview
• Fingerprinting
• Background Investigation
• Financial credit report

Our Salary & Benefits

The starting salary for this position is $36,000.00.

Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.

Benefits include:

• Paid holidays, vacation and one personal holiday
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually
• Pension and investment retirement plan options (MyFRS)
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts
• Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program (must be accepted by a Florida college/universities)
• Public Service Student Forgiveness Program (PSLF) - (Eligibility required) https://studentaid.gov/sites/default/files/public-service-application-for-forgiveness.pdf
• Career training opportunities
• $25,000.00 in automatic life insurance coverage
• Affordable health insurance options starting as low as $30.00 per month
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability, and more

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

Minimum Qualifications for this position include the following REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of record writing techniques.
• Knowledge of research and intelligence analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of the procedures and techniques for effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to use personal computer.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and summarize criminal intelligence data.
• Ability to review large amounts of criminal intelligence data and to determine the significance, completeness, and usefulness of the data.
• Ability to write reports, investigative summaries, and memoranda resulting from information analysis.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to report information clearly, concisely, and accurately, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

OTHER KSAs (Incumbent may learn on job):

• Ability to coordinate the dissemination of information.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively by radio and telephone.
• Ability to use personal computer and computer software (Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Power Point, and other software)
• Knowledge of the Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) terminal procedures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain FCIC/NCIC certification.
• Ability to travel and work outside assigned area.
• Knowledge of criminal intelligence or military intelligence procedures.
• Ability to testify in court.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

If applicable, (Incumbent of position is a member of DFS’ Disaster Response Team and, in that capacity, may be required on short notice to perform duties and necessary attendant travel in support of disaster relief efforts.)

The Division of Investigative and Forensic Services encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial Services. With this broad responsibility, the division investigates a wide range of fraudulent and criminal acts including insurance fraud, workers' compensation fraud, fire, arson, and explosive investigations, misuse of State funds, and fire and explosive sample analysis.

• Direct Assistance to Investigators

• Performs criminal history and intelligence checks with reference to investigations for all sworn personnel as directed. Directly supports and assists investigators in the compilation and analysis of confidential information regarding insurance fraud and arson investigations and recommends specific investigative directions based upon such information. Performs detailed research of criminal investigations and documents relating to insurance fraud and arson.

• Compiles, analyzes, and disseminates information and criminal intelligence from various agencies, the public, and other sources, and utilizes these sources to maintain the exchange of pertinent information among law enforcement agencies. Coordinates inter-state and intra-state information pertaining to criminal activity involving insurance fraud and arson, and exercises judgment to ensure that accurate and reliable information is disseminated.

• Evaluates and analyzes criminal intelligence information to predict the capabilities, intentions, and vulnerabilities of individuals and groups engaged in insurance fraud and recommends investigative strategies.

• Prepares Written Reports and Recommendations

• Prepares oral briefings, written reports, and recommendations in the form of intelligence assessments and detailed factual reports used by agency management and field supervisors to evaluate investigative priorities in case development.

• Determines structure and operation of insurance/arson operations by thoroughly researching and analyzing intelligence information relating to patterns, trends, and movements of the groups for use by management.

• Participates in search warrants by sketching site diagrams, logging evidence, and printing evidence labels and inventory lists.

• Resource Coordinator

• Serves as Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC) for FCIC/NCIC terminal, ensuring proper procedures are followed regarding security and dissemination of criminal history information.

• Serves as a resource person and responds to requests for information from other agencies and represents the Division in meetings.

• This position may require participation on the disaster team, overtime, and the ability to attend meetings, training, conferences, and seminars, which may require extended travel to other areas.

Other

Performs related work as required.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will 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.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

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 (1-866-663-4735). 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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.