Walton County Sheriff's Office - Child Protective Investigator

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Job Overview

Department Walton County Sheriff's Office
TypeCertified
Civilian
Job TitleChild Protective Investigator
Salary$45,759 to $50,521 annually (based on experience)
Contacthr@waltonso.org
Location Defuniak Springs , FL

Job Announcement

CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR

JOB SUMMARY:

The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Child Protective Investigator for the Walton County Sheriff’s Office, Child Protection Unit.  This position is non-sworn and involves the intervention, investigation, and case management of alleged crimes against children (including but not limited to abuse, abandonment, and neglect).  The position will be assigned to a day shift with rotating days off and applicants must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Applicant must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Education, Guidance/Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a closely related field; certification by the State of Florida is preferred.
  • Applicant must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and demonstrate good driving habits.
  • Applicant must obtain the State of Florida Child Protective Investigator certification within one (1) year of employment date.
  • Applicant may not have been convicted or adjudicated guilty of any crimes involving children.
  • Two years of work experience in social services or investigative experience as a sworn law enforcement officer is preferred.
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HIRING PROCESS:

Failure to complete required paperwork correctly will cause a delay in the application process and applications to potentially be placed in an "on-hold" status. Applicants will be required to successfully complete:

  • Background investigation which includes, but is not limited to: criminal history, driving history, credit check, previous employment verification. Your background waiver MUST BE SIGNED AND NOTARIZED. 
  • Polygraph Examination
  • Panel Interview
  • Pre-employment Drug Screen (including nicotine panel)

Applicants must list a valid telephone number and email address.  Applicants are responsible for contacting WCSO-HR to update any information.  Failure to respond to future emails requesting  additional information, or fail to submit a complete application and required documents as indicated above may result in disqualification.

The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace. If you need an accommodation because of a disability in order to participate in the application/ selection process, please notify the Hiring Authority or Human Resources in advance. 

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Pursuant to applicable state and federal law, preference and priority shall be given to certain service members and veterans (including spouses and family members of such service members and veterans), and certain service members may be eligible for waiver of post secondary educational requirements as provided in Chapter 295, Florida Statutes. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please direct questions regarding this position to hr@waltonso.org


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