Detective Jobs in Florida

A Detective is a crucial part of the Law Enforcement industry that plays an important role in solving crimes and ensuring public safety. Detectives are responsible for conducting extensive investigations, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and apprehending suspects. They also must work closely with other law enforcement officials and contribute to court proceedings by presenting the evidence they have gathered. In many cases, detectives have a specific area of expertise, such as homicide, narcotics, or cybercrime.

Important skills for a detective to possess include strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to observe and remember details. Detective work also requires resilience, integrity, and a keen sense of judgment. Certifications may vary, but a degree in Criminal Justice or a related field is often beneficial. Prior to becoming a detective, one might serve as a police officer, a crime scene investigator, or a law enforcement analyst, gaining valuable field experience and knowledge of law enforcement practices and procedures. It's also common for detectives to have passed a police academy training course.

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Forensic Crime Scene Technician I

  • Ocala, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 11 hours ago

Examples of Duties Abide by the "Law Enforcement Code of Ethics." Take photographs of crime scenes, evidence and persons....

Crime Scene Technician I

  • Tampa, FL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 20 hours ago

Introduction Perform duties conducting major crime scene investigations to locate, identify, preserve, photograph, and prepare evidence for submission to crime laboratories for analysis. Nature Of...

Forensic Crime Scene Technician I

  • Ocala, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 1 day ago

Abide by the "Law Enforcement Code of Ethics." B. Take photographs of crime scenes, evidence and persons. C....

Financial Crime Investigator I (Pending Reclassification)

  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago

INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION BUREAU: PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD CITY: ORLANDO COUNTY: ORANGE SPECIAL NOTES: The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing...

INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION BUREAU: PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD CITY: ORLANDO COUNTY: ORANGE SPECIAL NOTES: The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing...

Financial Investigator-Consumer Protecti - 41001225

  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago

enforcement agency....

Senior Financial Investigator

  • Miami, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 5 days ago

Ideally, you will also have: Experience in law enforcement. Experience in analyzing, organizing, and presenting a large volume of data using common software programs....

Financial Crime Investigator I - 43061912

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 7 days ago

INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION BUREAU: PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD CITY: TALLAHASSEE COUNTY: LEON The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the...

Financial Crime Investigator I - 43061893

  • Oakland Park, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Oakland Park, FL
  • 7 days ago

INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION BUREAU: PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD CITY: FT LAUDERDALE COUNTY: BROWARD The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within...

Financial Crime Investigator I (Pending Reclassification) - 43061910

  • Temple Terr, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Temple Terr, FL
  • 7 days ago

INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION BUREAU: PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD CITY: TAMPA COUNTY: HILLSBOROUGH The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within...

Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Group Supervisor)

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 8 days ago

Summary ATF is a law enforcement agency in the U.S....

Crime Scene Technician I

  • Miami Beach, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Miami Beach, FL
  • 8 days ago

A minimum of one (1) year work experience with a law enforcement agency (on the job and/or internship in crime scene investigation), OR Equivalent combination of education and experience: Bachelor's...

Clinical Fraud Investigator II - Registered Nurse and CPC - Calrelon Payment Integrity SIU Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and...

Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Group Supervisor)

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 11 days ago

ATF is a law enforcement agency in the U.S....

Police Crime Scene Technician (Sheriff's Office)

  • Miami, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 12 days ago

Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED and two (2) years experience in forensic scene evidence collection, forensic investigation and/or fingerprint identification processing OR an...

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Detective Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Detective positions.



Highest Education Level

Detectives in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
19.2%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
High School or GED
9.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
2.5%
Some High School
0.4%


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