Job Description

Requisition No: 866964 

Agency: Financial Services

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 43001451

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 43001451 

Salary: $54,631.32 

Posting Closing Date: 01/06/2026 

Total Compensation Estimator 

*****OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY*****

CLASS TITLE: GOVERNMENT ANALYST II (ACCREDITATION MANAGER) (NON-SWORN POSITION)

DIVISION: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION

BUREAU: DIRECTOR’S OFFICE

CITY: TALLAHASSEE

COUNTY: LEON

The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial Services. This advertisement is for the Director’s Office. This advertisement is for a Government Analyst II position which is a NON-SWORN position.

Click here for additional information about the Department of Financial Services, Criminal Investigations Division.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, SUBMIT A STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION VIA PEOPLE FIRST  AND SUBMIT A SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION TO THE FOLLOWING EMAIL ADDRESS:

cidhiring@myfloridacfo.com

Click here for Supplemental Application.

This supplemental application MUST be received no later than five (5) business days after the closing date of this advertisement in order to be considered for this position.

THIS IS NOT A TELEWORK POSITION. CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK IN THE OFFICE.

QUESTIONS:

Job Line Phone number: (850) 413-4063

SPECIAL NOTES:
A high school diploma or its’ equivalent is   required .

Additional requirements:

• Completion of Accreditation Manager Training and Assessor Training
• Experience working directly for in a Law Enforcement Agency
• Experience developing policies and procedures
• VALID Driver’s License from the Florida Department of Safety and Motor Vehicles by time of employment.

Preferences:

• A degree from an accredited college or university.

• Special consideration may be given to eligible candidates who have bilingual verbal and written skills that meet a critical need of the agency’s mission.

People First Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Please read below:

• Please include the names and phone numbers for the supervisor(s) and/or Human Resource Department for all periods of employment.
• Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.

• Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume”.
• Each field (address, city, and state, dates, phone numbers, etc.) should be completed.
• If claiming Right to Interview, candidate  MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying.
• Upon the selection of the top candidate, a current supervisory reference contact will be required.

Experience and education requirements must be met at the time of application submission to be considered.

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS?

Selection is a   three-to-six-month   process where the successful applicants   MUST PASS   the Oral and Written Exam, as well as a Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) background prior to beginning.

If selected for an interview, interview will be conducted in person.

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 employee benefits including:

• State Group Health Insurance Coverage.
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (100% paid by employer).
• Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options available.
• Annual and Sick Leave benefits,
• 10 paid holidays each year.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click
• Flexible Spending Accounts; and
• Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities!

For a more complete list of benefits, click 

Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.

This position requires a security background check which includes a financial credit report, fingerprinting, and a drug screen. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of CFA standard and accreditation process.
• Knowledge of Florida Statutes, law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Knowledge of evidence processes including intake, preservation, and disposition requirements.
• Knowledge of various office equipment; including computer, copier, fax machine, multi-line telephone, etc.
• Ability to use proper spelling, punctuation, grammar, arithmetic, and business English.
• Ability to learn and apply technical terminology and information specifically related to police work.
• Ability to understand and interpret rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to multi-task and work under minimum supervision.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Ability to communicate and articulate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow and give verbal and written instruction.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to understand “chain of custody” requirements.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality and integrity.
• Skill in PowerDMS software programs and Microsoft Office applications.
• Skill in proof-reading documents and making appropriate corrections.
• Skill in word processing, typing, and filing. 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

  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.

Independently manages the daily operations of the accreditation process for the Division. This is a highly responsible, professional position that coordinates, oversees, and plans the Division’s adherence to the standards set forth by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA).

Accreditation

This position independently oversees the Division’s Accreditation processes; this requires the incumbent to develop and monitor policies and procedures and provide recommendations to the Division Director and/or Assistant Directors/Chiefs.

• Ensures the CFA CORE Competencies of the Commission for Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc. is followed within our Division.
• Responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining policies and procedures for the Division as they relate to law enforcement, state law, and CFA standards. Responsible for reviewing and revising current polices to ensure compliance with CFA standards, state law, and best practices.
• Keeps informed about changes in CFA standards and current laws. Interprets policies and procedures and provides recommendations to the Division Director and/or Assistant Directors/Chiefs.
• Disseminate new CFA Core CFA Standard and new laws changes to Division staff.
• Performs a variety of planning, coordinating and managing the maintenance and adherence to the Division’s accreditation through CFA.
• Enforces work deadlines as they apply to accreditation requirements.
• Responsible for maintaining all files and data entry for compliance with the accreditation process.
• Ensures all annual and/or time sensitive reviews, reports, audits, and inventories are completed as required by CFA. Prepares and submits annual agency reports to CFA.
• Collaborate with other accredited statewide law enforcement agencies to share best practices in their organizations.
• Assesses other law enforcement agencies within the State of Florida to determine if they meet the requirements and standards for Accreditation.

Trai ning

• Represents the Division at CFA conferences and stays informed about changes in CFA standards and current laws.
• Coordinates with and advises the training section on accreditation standards and implementing required training to Division personnel.
• Trains new employees on the accreditation process and the expectations of employees.

Supervisory

• Responsible for the supervision and oversite of the Division's Evidence Coordinator.
• Directs the work of the Evidence Coordinator to ensure the best use of time and resources.
• Provides supervision to ensure that policy, procedure and accreditation standards are being met.
• Meets with the Evidence Coordinator on a regular basis to ensure established criteria are met and discuss any potential issues.

Other

• Performs related 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.

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 clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

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