CIVILIAN INVESTIGATOR, FINANCIAL CRIMES

The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for the position of CIVILIAN INVESTIGATOR, FINANCIAL CRIMES.

This position involves specialized work responsible for performing investigative work in the protection of life and property.

REQUIRED DOCUMENT

Each applicant must complete a NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver (Download PDF reader). Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the pre-screen application. A link for the form has been provided in red above.

Applications must be submitted before the closing date of May 26, 2026.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES: The duties listed below are in addition to the duties assigned under the associated job description. The omission of specific work statements does not necessarily exclude them from being performed by the position and is for illustrative purposes only.

Review of all case material, formulating questions for subjects, possibly interviewing subjects and researching Sheriff's Office general orders/policies as required. Maintains strict confidentiality.

Prepares reports providing a summary of findings, statements from subjects, and other documents pertinent to the job assignment.

Answers incoming calls and responds to emails and general inquiries.

May plan, produce and conduct programs to educate others depending on job assignment.

May act as a liaison for the agency or division; may serve as an active participant in various committees.

May act as a proctor for various functions depending on job assignment.

Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

REFERENCE CIVILIAN INVESTIGATOR VIA JOB DESCRIPTIONS

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of responsible experience in a personnel office environment, criminal justice work.
• Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must obtain FCIC/NCIC Certification within six (6) months of employment.
• Internal applicants must have completed the Seminole County Sheriff's Office one-year probationary period.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

REFERENCE CIVILIAN INVESTIGATOR VIA JOB DESCRIPTIONS

• Strong analytical, investigative, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate ethical, professional conduct and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Competence in modern investigative methods, documentation, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple cases, and produce accurate, timely results.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is generally performed in an office environment but may include limited fieldwork or courtroom attendance. The incumbent may be required to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, or respond to critical incidents when necessary.

Unclassified Position

Seminole County Sheriff's Office

Human Resources Division

Sanford FL 32773
mmcnamara@seminolesheriff.org

(689) 355-2627

External applicants for employment will submit to a thorough background investigation, which includes, but not limited to, past employment/education verification, driver license review, credit history, prior drug use history, arrest/conviction record, and computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testing. A certified examiner administers the CVSA with questions addressing illegal drug use and general questions of honesty and criminal history. Any dishonesty or deception on the Employment Application will disqualify your application.

The background investigation process may take 3-6 months depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which you've applied. Applicants selected for employment will be provided a conditional offer and required to submit to a medical examination with drug screening.

Candidates must also comply with the Agency's current Tattoo and Body Ornamentation Policy. A copy of General Order 28 - Dress and Appearance can be accessed here (Download PDF reader). An applicant's tattoos and body ornamentation must be disclosed at the time of application and will be documented as part of the agency's review process, even if otherwise meeting the Agency's policy.

Applicants not selected for employment will receive notification from the Human Resources Division, to include justification based on the following disqualifiers: negative background, failure to meet minimum qualifications as outlined in the specific job description, or any additional information discovered during the interview process. Applicants will be eligible to reapply with the Seminole County Sheriff's Office after one year from date of notification.

The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is committed to a diverse work force, is a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly support our military veterans and their families, and encourage them to consider applying to agency job announcements for which they may qualify. Preference-Eligible Applicant service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additionally, certain Preference-Eligible Applicants may also be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment.