INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST I - 72004057
Requisition No:
377004
Agency:
Florida Commission on Human Relations
Working Title:
INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST I - 72004057
Position Number:
72004057
Salary:
$33,000.00-$36,000.00
Posting Closing Date:
05/31/2021
Florida Commission on Human Relations
Housing Investigations Section
This advertisement may used to fill multiple positions
In order to be considered for a position, applicant responses to the qualifying questions, software systems, actual work experience, years of employment and hours worked per week must be clearly defined within your work history, or the application may not be considered for the position. All responses provided to the qualifying questions for this vacancy advertisement must be verifiable on your State of Florida, Employment Application.
Investigation Specialist I
Hiring Rate Range:
$33,000.00-$36,000.00
Contact Person:
Tiia Williams (850) 907-6830
About the Commission
The Florida Commission on Human Relations is the state agency charged with enforcing the state s civil rights laws and serves as a resource on human relations for the people of Florida. It is against Florida law to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status or familial status. The Commission investigates complaints of discrimination in the areas of areas of employment, housing, public accommodations and state employee whistle-blower retaliation.
The Commission is responsible for promoting fair treatment, equal opportunity and mutual respect among members of all economic, social, racial, religious and ethnic groups and works to eliminate discrimination against groups and their members.
The Commission is a great place to work!
INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST I:
The Investigation Specialist I is a highly professional position performed under the supervision of an Investigator Supervisor. The successful candidate conducts Fair Housing Investigations.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Gathering and recording information accurately and thoroughly through interviews and/or correspondence with parties involved in the investigation.
- Conducting research and collecting facts pertaining to any complaint assigned and must be able to write Investigative Memorandum reports within the statutory timeframes.
- Testifying and appearing before the Commission panels and in civil court proceedings and administrative hearings, regarding investigative findings and recommendations.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Knowledge of basic investigative techniques, rules of evidence, court procedures and requirements;
- Skilled in using logic and reasoning
- Skilled in utilizing techniques of active listening
- Ability to conduct fact-finding interviews and take statements.
- Ability to collect and analyze evidence
- Ability to use deductive reasoning
- Ability to analyze information and determine its validity.
- Ability to write accurate investigative reports and present detailed verbal presentations.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentially.
- Ability to make independent decisions.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Preferences
Preference will be given to those individuals who possess a bachelor s degree and one (1) year of experience in any of the following fields:
Investigative work, HUD Investigations.
The ideal candidate for this position will:
- Be a strong communicator; utilizing active listening skills to ensure understanding, as well as, excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively articulate and convey complex information so that it is readily understandable.
- Portray a positive, respectful, objective and professional image to diverse individuals at all levels and handle sensitive and confidential situations and information with integrity, impartiality, discretion and tact.
- Be a solutions oriented person with the ability to use critical thinking, judgment and discretion to synthesize information from a variety of sources, understand and identify root causes of a situation, apply a comprehensive knowledge of employment laws and procedures, and make sound decisions and effective recommendations.
- Possess a strong work ethic and drive to move things forward under their own initiative. Approach work with a sense of commitment, urgency and personal accountability.
- Be able to effectively organize and manage a busy workload while remaining flexible and able to effectively incorporate changing priorities or conditions.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment, oral, video, and/or phone interview
All positions with the Florida Commission on Human Relations are positions of special trust. Therefore, the selected candidate must successfully pass a level two background screening (which includes fingerprinting) as a condition of employment. Applicants being considered for employment will be required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation, which will include a check of the criminal history records of the FBI.
An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 907-6830. DMS requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow enough time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website:
http:
//www.sss.gov.
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 on the date of your retirement.
VETERANS PREFERENCE. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
The State is a major employer in Florida offering many challenging and rewarding careers. Included among the many advantages of working for the State are the diverse and interesting job opportunities as well as competitive salaries, benefits, and career mobility.
- State of Florida Retirement package 3% employee contribution
- 10 paid holidays & personal holidays annually
- State Employees accrual of Annual Leave and Sick Leave
- Telework program
- Flexible work schedule
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- State Employee Tuition Waiver Program - Six credit hours per semester with the state college/university system
- FRS Pension Plan and FRS Investment Plan
- Deferred Compensation Plan for State Employees
- Adoptions Benefits for State Employees
- Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
- Health Insurance for Individual or Family Coverage State pays 80% of premium
- Basic life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
- Life Insurance State pays 80% of premium
- State Group Insurance variety of health insurance options, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance products.
- Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available
- Tax Deferred Savings Program available through payroll deduction
- Employee Assistance Program
Making a Difference
One of the benefits of working for the State of Florida is the opportunity to serve your local community through volunteering.
Learn about the volunteer programs the State encourages employees to participate in from mentoring school children to volunteering in the community.
Learn about the 'Going Green' project and carpooling.
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. 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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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