INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST II - 79010048 Date: Aug 9, 2024 Location: GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32307 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 834849 Agency: Business and Professional RegulationsWorking Title: INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST II - 79010048Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 79010048 Salary: $1,438.74 - $1,520.00 Bi - Weekly Posting Closing Date: 08/23/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) Division of Certified Public Accounting Investigation Specialist IIPosition Number: 79010048 Hiring Salary: $1,438.74 - $1,520.00 Bi-Weekly OPEN COMPETITIVE Our Organization and Mission: This is a professional position within the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Certified Public Accounting. The Division of Certified Public Accounting oversees the licensing and regulation of Florida licensed Certified Public Accountants and licensed firms in the state of Florida. The incumbent in this position is responsible for the investigation of licensed complaints alleging violations of Florida Statutes (455 and 473), and Florida Administrative Code (61H1). The Work You Will Do:
Investigate licensed complaints of alleged violations of Florida Statutes and Board Rules involving the Certified Public Accounting profession.
Interview Complainants, Subjects, and appropriate Witnesses.
Collects evidence, reviews court records, and other essential documents.
Prepares and serves notices to cease and desist, notices of non-compliance, and citations.
Prepares comprehensive, organized, chronological reports of final and supplemental investigations.
Timely enters required time and activity tracking in Department database.
Consults with, assists and acts as a liaison between the Division of Certified Public Accounting, the public, governmental agencies, and other Divisions within the Department.
Refers cases to appropriate regulatory and/or criminal agencies as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of and ability to appropriately apply Chapter 455 and Chapter 473, Florida Statutes and 61H1 of the Florida Administrative Code.
Knowledge of computer programs specifically Microsoft Office
Knowledge of how to use a document imaging system
Knowledge of investigative techniques.
Ability to conduct a thorough investigation.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Minimum Requirements :
Two (2) years of professional work experience in an organization performing regulatory investigations, accounting, financial, legal or criminal justice work.
A valid driver license is required.
An advanced degree can be substituted for one year of professional experience.
Preferred :
Preference may be given to those possessing a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
Experience working with a regulatory agency, accounting/finance or investigative experience.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
“ Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
State of Florida retirement package: 3% employee contribution required.
Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holiday
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave annually as a new employee with the State of Florida
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually.
The State of Florida offers health insurance coverage (i.e. individual and family coverage) to eligible employees.
The State of Florida provides a $25,000 life insurance policy to eligible employees.
Additional supplemental insurance policies are available for dental, vision, hospital supplement, cancer, etc.
Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts are available.
Tuition waiver program to attend an approved State of Florida College or University
For additional benefit information, please visit the following website: http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com
Information contained in responses to Qualifying Questions concerning education, experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities must also be disclosed on the State of Florida Employment Application.
Applicant Note: If you are the selected candidate for this position and hold a current license through the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, you may be required to place your license in an inactive status.
NOTE : This position requires a security background check, physician assessment, drug screening, and participation in direct deposit. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and date of birth in order to conduct this background check.
Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online. All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement. If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.
The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DBPR Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 487-2074. DBPR requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
SPECIAL REMINDERS:
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 upon the date of your retirement.
The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation values the sacrifices veterans and their family members have given to our country and support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.
A candidate for veterans’ preference who believes he or she was not afforded employment preference may file a complaint in accordance with Rule 55A-7.016, F.A.C., with the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Veterans’ Preference Coordinator, 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL, 33778. The Department of Veterans’ Affairs has also established an email where people can electronically file claims or ask questions. The email is [email protected].
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation will only hire U. S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee