Hillsborough County Civil Service Board

CHILD PROTECTION INVESTIGATOR

Recruitment #A3522-00-o11588

Date Opened:

6/8/2007 8:01:00 AM

Filing Deadline:

Extended

Salary:

$41,038.00 - $62,649.00/year

Department:

SHERIFFS OFFICE

Job Type:

Open Recruitment

Employment Type:

Full-Time

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MAJOR FUNCTION

Performs duties investigating alleged child abuse, neglect, and/or abandonment in accordance with Chapter 39, Florida Statutes.

MAJOR DUTIES

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

Investigates alleged abuse, neglect, and/or abandonment of children to determine if abusive or unsafe conditions exist and takes appropriate action to ensure the safety of children.

Interviews children and adults concerning allegations of abuse, neglect and/or abandonment to ascertain the validity of allegations, document living conditions, and determine the need to remove children from an unsafe environment.

Informs clients of available social service programs to assist them with their needs.

Conducts followup visits to ensure the safety of children is being maintained and support programs are inplace.

Testifies in court to accurately relate the circumstances of cases investigated.

Establishes and maintains case management files, to include computer databases, to provide accurate recording and availability of case information.

Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of the theories and practices used in child protection and family support.
Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing child protection.
Working knowledge of professional ethics related to child protection investigations.
Working knowledge of federal, state, county and community social service programs available for child protection and family support.
Working knowledge of investigative techniques.
Working knowledge of court procedures related to child protection proceedings.
Ability to collect, organize, and evaluate information and develop logical conclusions.
Ability to interview children and adults to determine the validity of allegations.
Ability to apply crisis intervention techniques.
Ability to maintain composure during court testimony and cross
examination.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work under stressful conditions.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Ability to work nights, week
ends and holidays.
Ability to use a computer and related software.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Note: Minimum Qualifications MUST be attained before the recruitment ending date.

Graduation from an accredited four year degree granting college or university; and
One year of experience investigating child abuse allegations; assessing client's needs and eligibility for social services, community services, legal or medical services; or counseling clients; and
Possession of a valid State of Florida Child Protection Professional Certification; and
Possession of a valid Driver License.

OR

An Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university; and
Two years of experience investigating child abuse allegations; assessing client's needs and eligibility for social services, community services, legal or medical services; or counseling clients; and
Possession of a valid State of Florida Child Protection Professional Certification; and
Possession of a valid Driver License.

OR

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; and
Four years of experience investigating child abuse allegations; assessing client's needs and eligibility for social services, community services, legal or medical services; or counseling clients; and
Possession of a valid State of Florida Child Protection Professional Certification; and
Possession of a valid Driver License.

OR

Successful completion of the Sheriff's Office Training Program; and Possession of a valid State of Florida Child Protection Professional Certification; and
Possession of a valid Driver License.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AT TIME OF APPLICATION

If you believe that you qualify for this position based upon education or training you have received, you will be required to provide a copy of your official transcripts or degree (including seal) from the accredited college/university, and/or a copy of a certificate indicating your successful completion of any required training before your qualifications will be evaluated.

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Please indicate how you will provide these documents to the Civil Service Office via the �Other� tab in your electronic application.� Note: If you will be faxing copies to the Civil Service Office, please include your Name and Social Security Number, and fax the required documents to (813) 272 - 5620.

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APPOINTING AUTHORITY REQUIRES

A background investigation prior to initial hiring.

BENEFITS

SALARY RANGE:� This job announcement could be used to fill a multitude of available positions with other Hillsborough County departments. The appropriate salary range is determined at the time of hiring based on the salary schedule of the position (Job Title/ Class Code) being filled.� All salary range information is located on the web @ CLICK HERE.

Other salary ranges may be appropriate for future vacancies.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:� Preference will ONLY be entitled upon initial appointment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.� Documentation to support entitlement to preference MUST be provided at the time of application.

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DRUG-FREE WORK PLACE:� The employers of Hillsborough County have implemented a drug-free workplace and all offers of employment are conditioned on job applicants successfully passing a drug test.

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NOTE: Depending on the agency of employment, individuals hired may be required to review Hillsborough County driving eligibility criteria and acknowledge their understanding of its provisions.

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NOTE: Employees are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters affecting the County.� They are required to work in their normal job duties or other activities within their skills and capabilities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with existing rules and procedures.

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EXAMINATION: Applicants will be competitively rated on the basis of their training and experience.�

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A N� E Q U A L� O P P O R T U N I T Y� E M P L O Y E R

SELECTION PROCESS

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STEP #1
Submit Application online.
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STEP #2
Civil Service Board Review for Minimum Qualifications and Supporting Documentation Requirements.
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STEP #3
Pre-Screen Status Notification via Email: Pending, Qualified, OR Not-Qualified.
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STEP #4
If Required: Invited to our office for TESTING
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STEP #5
Placed on Eligibility list ONLY if ALL Minimum Qualifications are met AND all required documentation has been submitted and processed.
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STEP #6
During the recruitment period the Civil Service Board will ONLY send Eligible candidate names to the associated Hiring Agency/Department as they are evaluated.
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STEP #7
Hiring Agency/Department will review Published/ Active Eligibility list.
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STEP #8
Hiring Agency/Department personnel representative may invite candidates to interview from the associated Eligibility List for the position. Hillsborough County Departments
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Notice:
Qualified Candidates will remain on the Eligibility List for:
(CLOSED Promotional) 60 Days OR
(OPEN Recruitment) 90 Days.

CLICK ON A LINK BELOW TO APPLY FOR THIS JOB. PLEASE NOTE: 1) Applicants are encouraged to use the online application -- once completed, you may re-use it "as is" for any number of additional jobs or you may customize it for additional jobs. 2) If you choose to use the paper application, you will be required to complete a separate paper application, from scratch, for each job.

	APPLY ON LINE
Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet.
	APPLY BY PAPER
Supplemental Questionnaire	This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire (SQ). If you choose not to apply online, you must print and complete this SQ. The SQ must be submitted at the end of the Application when you fax or mail your completed Application to us.
View and print the Employment Application.	A Hillsborough County Civil Service Board application form is required for this recruitment. If you choose not to apply online, you must print and complete this employment application and fax or mail your completed employment application to us. Unlike the SQ, no cover sheet is required for the employment application. See note concerning Acrobat Reader below.
	ASK A QUESTION
Contact us via conventional means.	You may contact us by phone at (813) 272-5621 x362 or send us an e-mail at civilservicejobs@hillsboroughcounty.org. Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public-records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing.

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