CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR - 60060250

Overview

Requisition No : 863260

Agency : Children and Families

Working Title : CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR - 60060250

Pay Plan : Career Service

Position Number : 60060250

Salary : $50,000.08 annually / $1,923.08 bi-weekly

Posting Closing Date : 10 / 19 / 2025

Department : Department of Children and Families

Location : Pensacola, Florida

Open Competitive

This posting will be used to fill position vacancies in OPS and Career Service.

Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy.

Child Protective Investigator

Mission : The Department of Children and Families protects the vulnerable, promotes strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advances personal and family recovery and resiliency.

Purpose : This role serves to safeguard children in crisis by ensuring safety through quick, compassionate actions. We seek individuals who are detailed-oriented, capable of good decision-making, and able to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

What you will do

• Conduct investigations of abuse, neglect, abandonment and / or special conditions for children;
• Collect information through observation and interviews with children, parents, relatives, and neighbors;
• Assess danger threats, child vulnerabilities and caregiver protective capacities to determine child safety;
• Arrange emergency placement for any child that cannot safely remain in their home;
• Notify state attorney, law enforcement and child protection teams;
• Provide families with service linkages to agency and community resources;
• Conduct initial / ongoing child present and impending danger assessments;
• Report indications of abuse, neglect and / or abandonment to the Florida Abuse Hotline.

Qualifications

Examples of professional work experience could include :

OR

Official documentation required : transcripts or proof of degree must be provided within 30 days of hire; degree requirements must be met.

Special Notes

Additional Information / Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of policy compliance, time management, planning, intervention, evaluation, documentation, engagement and teamwork related to domestic violence, mental health, and / or substance abuse; ability to establish effective relationships with colleagues.

Physical requirements : ability to ambulate on varied terrains, ascend / descend stairs, evacuate during emergencies, normal vision / hearing with or without correction, perform repetitive movements, lift up to 30 pounds, assist clients, and drive as needed. Long shifts (up to 16 hours) may occur.

Candidate Profile

Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

State benefits overview and a comprehensive total compensation package are provided.

For a complete list of benefits, visit the site : www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Growth Opportunities

With 12,000 employees statewide, DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Jobs are challenging, complex, and rewarding, with opportunities for advancement and professional development.

DCF is focused on investing in its workforce.

Work Location and Community

Florida offers diverse landscapes and communities. The department highlights the state's diversity and quality of life.

About Department of Children and Families

Mission : The mission is to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance recovery and resiliency.

Vision : A highly skilled workforce delivering world-class and continuously improving service focused on outcomes for those served.

Values : Integrity, accountability, transparency, diversity, and excellence in service.

Learn more at the department website.

Selective Service : Male candidates must be registered with SSS or have an exemption. Verification will be conducted prior to hire.

Background Screening Requirement : State and national criminal history checks are required. Drug testing is a condition of employment. Background checks include fingerprinting (FDLE / FBI) and may include local checks; employment may be terminated based on background results.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer and supports a Drug-Free workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available per ADA.

Veterans' Preference : Eligible candidates receive preference in Career Service vacancies. Documentation must accompany submission. More details available on the eligibility page.

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