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 mission of the Bureau of Public Assistance Fraud is to aggressively identify and eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse to safeguard the integrity of taxpayer funded public assistance programs administered by the State of Florida. The Financial Crimes Investigator I is an entry level position that supports this mission by conducting the following investigative activities under the direct supervision of an Investigations Manager. Administer oaths and affirmations in accordance with Chapter 414.411, Florida Statutes Serve department-issued subpoenas in accordance with Chapter 414.411, Florida Statutes Reviews case files related to suspected fraud in public assistance programs Identifies documentary evidence pertinent to the suspected fraud Prepares investigative plans Gathers information necessary to investigate allegations Utilizes public and private data systems as part of the investigative process Interviews targets of the investigation and other community contacts as needed Obtains written and/or verbal statements as required Documents investigative efforts in automated information system Applies Florida Statutes and public assistance policy as appropriate Prepares affidavits with supporting documentary evidence and witness testimony Works closely with Investigation Manager to determine outcome of investigations based on available evidence. Cases may be referred to the States Attorney for criminal prosecution or to an administrative hearing process managed by the social service agency. Should the investigation result in a lack of evidence to support referral for either criminal or administrative process, the investigation may be terminated. Provides testimony in court, depositions, and hearings Training The Financial Crimes Investigator I is an entry level position that will be in training status to ensure the incumbent acquires specific knowledge of investigative techniques; public assistance program policy, and Departmental procedures to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position. As part of that process, the incumbent is expected to: Successfully complete all required training programs Work closely with the Investigation Manager and experienced investigators as appropriate to develop skills Administrative Activities Follows all Department of Financial Services Administrative Policies and Procedures Documents investigative hours and expenses for cost accounting purposes Utilizes automated information systems to enter, track, and update assigned cases Performs other Duties 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.