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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for consumer protection in Florida is $34,778.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23,900.00 and $45,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a consumer protection professional?

Consumer Protection professionals typically investigate consumer complaints, analyze potential violations of consumer laws, and communicate with businesses and the public to resolve disputes. Their day often includes reviewing documents, conducting interviews, preparing reports or recommendations, and sometimes providing educational outreach to prevent future issues. Collaboration with legal teams, government agencies, and sometimes advocacy groups is common to ensure thorough investigations and fair outcomes. This role is essential for safeguarding consumer interests and maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the consumer protection position, and why are they important?

To excel in Consumer Protection, a candidate should have strong analytical skills, knowledge of relevant consumer laws and regulations, and typically a degree in law, public policy, or a related field. Familiarity with case management systems, legal research databases, and reporting tools like Microsoft Office is often required. Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities help professionals advocate effectively for consumers and navigate complex scenarios. These skills are crucial for ensuring that consumer rights are upheld and violations are addressed efficiently within regulatory frameworks.

What is a consumer protection?

A Consumer Protection job involves enforcing laws and regulations to safeguard consumers from unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent business practices. Professionals in this field investigate complaints, educate consumers about their rights, and ensure businesses comply with consumer protection laws. They may work for government agencies, nonprofits, or private organizations. Their goal is to promote fair trade, transparency, and ethical business practices to protect consumers from harm.

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Infographic showing various Consumer Protection job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,778 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Consumer Protection Investigator (Dispute Resolution)

Pinellas County Government

Clearwater, FL • Hybrid

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 10 days ago

Pinellas County rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

415th of 846 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Consumer Protection Investigator (Dispute Resolution)

Location: Pinellas County Justice Center, 14250 49th St. N., Suite 1000, Rm. 2, Clearwater, FL 33762

Schedule: Hybrid remote work after initial training

This position typically starts at the minimum of the salary range but offers a defined career ladder with opportunities for advancement. 

If you're passionate about advocacy, problem-solving, and making a meaningful difference in your community, this is your opportunity to be part of a team that truly makes an impact.

In today's ever-changing consumer marketplace, the Pinellas County Consumer Protection Team is dedicated to Protecting, Regulating, Investigating, and Educating. We're looking for a skilled professional to join our team in a specialized investigative role within our Dispute Resolution Section, focused on fair outcomes for consumers and accountability for businesses.

What Would You Do?

  • Prepare written reports.
  • Conduct informal mediations to assist parties in reaching a resolution.
  • Case management - ability to organize multiple/complicated cases.
  • Write warnings and citations for ordinance violations.
  • Negotiates with business or their legal counsel on behalf of consumers to achieve equitable resolutions of consumer business problems.
  • Initiates informal hearings with businesses or their legal counsel and prepares agreements reflecting assurances of compliance.
  • Performs other related job duties as assigned.

 

What Do You Need To Have?

Experience/Education - professional, technical, or administrative experience in law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, government, business or related field.

  • Minimum 4 years of experience as described above; or
  • Associate degree with major course work in law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, government, business administration or related field and 2 years' experience as described above; or
  • Bachelor's degree with major course work in law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, government, business administration or related field; or
  • An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Special Qualifications: 

  • Complete and satisfy background checks and fingerprinting as required by the County, FDLE, or FBI.
  • This position is required to work occasional evenings, Saturday and Sunday hours.
  • Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver's License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) driving report.
  • Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.

 

Highly Desirable:

  • Florida Supreme Court Certified County Mediator.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of legal documents, legal principles of investigations, and investigative techniques.
  • Skill in making informative and entertaining speeches and presentations to the general public, law enforcement and regulatory agency personnel, and County Boards.
  • Ability to objectively review facts, remain objective, be flexible, and judge cases on their merits and arguments.
  • Ability to interview and interrogate, gather, and evaluate evidence, and research legal documents.
  • Ability to initiate and carry out extensive contact with the general public and to present, under difficult circumstances, an attitude of diplomacy, impartiality, sympathy, and sound judgment.
  • Ability to prepare and present oral and written reports in an accurate, concise, and grammatically correct manner.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and various computer applications and online resources.

Our Benefits Rank Among The Top In The Area!

  • Our benefits rank among the top in the area! Check it out!
  • Looking for a strong retirement? We have you covered as members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options.
  • We have deferred compensation programs and wellness centers to name a few perks. Check out these and more!

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Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands, Working Conditions, and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities at the below link. 

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Employment Type: Full time

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