INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST I

Min 1 yrs required

Full-time

No

The organization is currently seeking an Investigation Specialist I for their Employment Investigations Section. This is a full-time, career service position with a hiring rate of $36,. This position is eligible for telework, offering a flexible work schedule and the option to work from home. The successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience in legal or paralegal work, investigative work, human relations, human resources, regulatory inspections, social work, personnel, education, counseling, affirmative action (AA), equal employment opportunity (EEO), or in working in the juvenile or adult criminal justice system. This experience can be substituted for a college education on a year-for-year basis.

Some key responsibilities of the Investigation Specialist I include conducting independent investigations into discrimination cases within the state of Florida, gathering and accurately recording information through interviews and correspondence with parties involved, and writing detailed investigative reports within statutory timeframes. The incumbent will also be responsible for testifying and appearing before Commission panels and in civil court proceedings and administrative hearings to present findings and recommendations.

The Florida Commission on Human Relations is the state agency responsible for enforcing civil rights laws and promoting fair treatment, equal opportunity, and mutual respect among all individuals. The Commission investigates complaints of discrimination in areas such as employment, housing, public accommodations, and state employee whistle-blower retaliation. The organization offers a stable work environment with regular schedules and a generous benefits package, including vacation and sick leave, retirement, health insurance, life insurance, 10 holidays per year, and tuition waivers.

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, both oral and written, and be able to handle sensitive and confidential situations with integrity and professionalism. They should also have critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, as well as the ability to manage a busy workload and adapt to changing priorities. The candidate must also have a strong work ethic and be able to work independently with a sense of commitment and urgency.

The minimum qualifications for this position include a bachelor’s degree and one year of relevant experience. The successful candidate will also have experience conducting fact-finding interviews, writing detailed reports, and analyzing large amounts of documentation. All responses provided to the qualifying questions for this vacancy must be verifiable on the State of Florida Employment Application.

The State of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center in advance. The State also supports a drug-free workplace and all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing.

Overall, this is a great opportunity to join a dynamic organization that is dedicated to promoting fairness and equality for all individuals in Florida. Apply today and make a difference in your community!

Not applicable

Vacation and sick leave, retirement, health insurance, life insurance, holidays, flexible work schedules, tuition waivers, student loan forgiveness, telework program, employee assistance program, tax deferred savings program.

Not specified

Active Listening, Logic and Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Judgment, Discretion, Time Management, Communication, Organization, Flexibility, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Report Writing, Public Speaking, Conflict Resolution, Investigation, Interviewing, Research, Data Analysis, Testimony

Bachelor's degree

Submit a State of Florida Employment Application and provide verifiable responses to qualifying questions.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree, experience in legal or investigative work, human relations, human resources, or criminal justice system, knowledge of employment laws and procedures, proficiency in report writing and public speaking, ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently.

Legal