Investigator, Government, Government Agency

Requisition No: 845164

Agency:
Commission on Offender Review

Working Title:

Commission Investigator – CS

The Florida Commission on Offender Review, formerly known as the Florida Parole Commission, is looking to fill the position of Commission Investigator – CS. The Commission on Offender Review performs a vital role in Florida’s criminal justice system by preserving the autonomy needed in post‑release decisions affecting inmates and ex‑offenders. The commission functions as a quasi‑judicial, decision‑making body. Commissioners preside over weekly meetings at the central office in Tallahassee and various other state locations as required by statute.

During these public proceedings, the commissioners make a variety of determinations regarding parole and other releases.

• State Group Health Insurance Coverage through CHP and Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
• Various plans for dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options available.
• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Ten paid holidays each year.
• One Personal Holiday each year.
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (paid 100% by employer).
• Retirement plans that include employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida colleges and universities for up to six credit hours per semester.
• Seven paid weeks of Maternity Leave, plus two paid weeks of Care and Bonding Leave.

This is professional work conducting clemency investigations to provide the Florida Commission on Offender Review, and in the case of clemency investigations, the Executive Board of Clemency, with information pertinent to cases under consideration.

• Conducts comprehensive confidential clemency investigations for the Board of Executive Clemency for applicants seeking various types of clemency (example: firearm authority, pardon, commutation of sentence, remission of fines and forfeitures, and restoration of civil rights).
• These investigations, which are reviewed by the Florida Commission on Offender Review prior to submission to the Board of Executive Clemency, provide a broad picture of the applicant's history and activities.
• Conducts Restoration of Civil Rights Investigations without Hearing, which includes verifying the status of pecuniary penalties and restitution and determining whether the individual is eligible for clemency consideration under the Rules of Executive Clemency.
• Performs other duties as required.

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or four years equivalent work experience can substitute for the college education.
• Experience in Criminal Justice preferred.

• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System.
• Skills in conducting investigations, interviews, and the operation of personal computers.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships.

Preference may be given to applicants that possess a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

As part of the interview process, a work sample may be required.

It is the policy of the Florida Commission on Offender Review that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and, if applicable, Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background investigation results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Commission.

Background investigations shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. Also, employees are subject to background re‑screening at least every five (5) years.

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