LAW ENFORCEMENT CAPTAIN

Requisition No: 826346

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: LAW ENFORCEMENT CAPTAIN - 77073000

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77073000

Salary: $84,125.34 annually

Posting Closing Date: 04/15/2024

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FWC Office of Inspector General

Law Enforcement Captain

$3,235.59 Biweekly

620 S. Meridian Street

Tallahassee, FL

Office of Inspector General/OED

Law Enforcement Captain - CS 7707300

Tallahassee, Florida - $84,125.34 Annually

*Anticipated Vacancy*

Our organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

Office Overview:

As mandated by Section 20.055, Florida Statutes (FS), the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Office of Inspector General (OIG) coordinates activities that promote accountability, integrity, and efficiency in government. The OIG conducts performance and compliance audits of agency programs and investigates fraud, waste, abuse, mismanagement, and misconduct allegations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current Florida certified law enforcement officer as defined in Section 943.10(1), FS; and
• Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license; and
• Must be able to type 35 correct words per minute; and
• Must obtain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) certification within 30 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three or more years assigned full-time to an investigative unit of a law enforcement agency; and
• One or more years of supervisory or management experience; and
• Possession of a current Certified Inspector General Investigator credential or documented completion of a 40-hour course in law enforcement internal investigations.

Proof of qualifications must be articulated in the applicant’s State of Florida Employment Application and resume. Failure to communicate these qualifications in the application and resume, including years of experience, may disqualify the applicant from consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position requires a certified law enforcement officer, pursuant to section 943.10(1), FS, subject to call for 24 hours a day, seven days a week, requiring the regular bearing of firearms. This position is certified by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as a law enforcement position with the primary duty to enforce all laws of the State of Florida, protecting the citizens' life, limb, and property, preventing violations, and apprehending and arresting violators. This position assists other agencies upon request in controlling and securing areas during civil disturbances and natural disasters.

Conducts criminal and administrative investigations involving FWC employees, contractors, applicants, and recipients of FWC funds concerning alleged violations of state law, Florida Administrative Code, FWC policies and procedures, and other allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, and misconduct. These investigations may involve complaints under section 112.3187(5), FS, the Whistle Blower Act. Interviews and secures sworn statements from complainants, witnesses, and subjects. Obtains, analyzes, and appraises documents and other evidence. Prepares affidavits, testifies at administrative hearings and court proceedings, and assists attorneys in trial/hearing preparation. Prepares professional and detailed investigation reports for submission to the Director of Investigations, Inspector General, Executive Director, and other FWC management. Such investigations routinely involve overnight travel throughout the state.

Maintains liaison with State Attorneys throughout the state and other criminal justice agencies. Performs joint investigations with other criminal justice agencies as necessary. May be called to assist other state agency OIGs with complex investigations that call for sworn officers. Takes appropriate law enforcement action when required. May serve as the accreditation manager for the OIG.

Conducts inspections and investigations of FWC employees and systems to aid in developing, revising, and implementing FWC policies and procedures. Participates in the discussion, development, revision, implementation, and follow-up of FWC programs through meetings, conferences, and other forums with first-line supervisors and management.

Conducts other assignments as required.

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement. As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

• Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
• No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
• Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year
• 4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued Biweekly
• Retirement Plan Options
• State University and College Tuition Waiver Program
• On the Job Trainings
• Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.

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

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.