Investigator; Part Time

Commission Investigator (Part Time)

The Florida Commission on Offender Review is looking to fill the Commission Investigator – CS position. 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. 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.

This position conducts clemency investigations. The investigative reports are then provided to the Commissioners of the Florida Commission on Offender Review (FCOR) and the Board of Executive Clemency.

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.

This position also 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.

Knowledge of the criminal justice system. Ability to work independently. Ability to interact with victims. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Ability to initiate and conduct interviews and investigations. Ability to communicate effectively – verbally and in writing. Skilled in using personal computers. Time management. Problem solving. Ability to create and maintain cooperative working relationships.

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

Background screening requirement:
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 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.

Location:

Tampa, FL, US