Job Posting: Special Investigator

Department of Justice

JC-507591
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Special Investigator
SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR

$5,528.00 - $9,037.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 3/2/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Special Agent Supervisor, the Special Investigator (SI) evaluates and investigates civil and criminal allegations and violations of law on behalf of the Office of the California Attorney General, Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA). The SI selected will be assigned to the Facilities Enforcement Team (FET), which plays a unique and critically important role in ensuring the safety and care of elderly and dependent persons residing in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities by prosecuting allegations involving systemic fraud, abuse, and neglect in criminal and/or civil state court actions.

The SI conducts civil investigations independently and as a part of an interdisciplinary team of Special Agents and Deputy Attorney Generals to detect and investigate suspected violations that fall under the jurisdiction of DMFEA; obtaining and verifying evidence to support civil enforcement; interviewing witnesses and victims, reviewing and analyzing documents; conducting and completing investigations; testifying in civil proceedings; maintaining accurate case files; providing technical assistance and training; preparing clear, concise and accurate reports. The SI independently performs assigned tasks skillfully, professionally, courteously, and efficiently, exercises independence, initiative, and excellent judgment. The SI may be required to conduct collateral duties as necessary. This is a statewide response team and potential for travel may be necessary. Successful completion of a California POST PC 832 Laws of Arrest course is required, which may be performed after hire.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Telework is available but is contingent on DMFEA's operational needs. Telework requires California residency.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-507591
Position #(s):
423-652-8612-901
Working Title:
Special Investigator
Classification:
SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR
$5,528.00 - $6,863.00 A
$6,310.00 - $8,217.00 B
$6,924.00 - $9,037.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
DMFEA Personnel
Work Shift:
Day
Work Week:
Monday-Friday

Department Information

This position is located in the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Investigations Section, Sacramento Regional Office.

Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the Office of the Attorney General. To access the Special Investigator Examination and obtain list eligibility, please click HERE. Additional exams and information can be found at: http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams.

Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at https://oag.ca.gov.

Please note that the SI classification contains multiple salary ranges. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. New-to-State employees will be given the minimum salary Range A, unless you meet Alternate Range Criteria 156 as follows: 

Range A: This range shall apply to individuals who do not meet the criteria for payment in Range B or Range C.

Range B: This range shall apply to individuals who have satisfactorily completed the equivalent of 12 months of experience in Range A of the same class and may apply to persons who have the equivalent of 12 months of satisfactory experience outside of State service performing duties similar to those of the class beyond the experience required to meet the minimum qualifications of the class.

Range C: This range shall apply to individuals who have satisfactorily completed the equivalent of 24 months of experience in Range B of the same class and may apply to persons who have the equivalent of 36 months of satisfactory experience outside of State service performing duties similar to those of the class beyond the experience required to meet the minimum qualifications of the class.

 

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Candidates who are interested in the Special Investigator position must meet the minimum qualifications in order to be considered. The minimum qualifications for the Special Investigator Classification can be found at: https://calcareers.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/1PB03.PDF

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications must have a list, reinstatement, or lateral transfer eligibility.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 3/2/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Justice
DMFEA Personnel
Attn: Anthony Doss (JC-507591)
2329 Gateway Oaks Drive
Sacramento, CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Justice
DMFEA Personnel
Anthony Doss (JC-507591)
2329 Gateway Oaks Drive
Sacramento, CA 95833
08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Applicants who do not submit an SOQ will not be considered for this position. The SOQ prompt is listed below.


Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Applicants should have excellent writing skills. Must be able to exercise good judgment, be willing to work odd and unusual hours, and travel throughout the State of California.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Anthony Doss
(916) 917-4865
DMFEA_Personnel@doj.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information on Application Filing

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure the timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

Statement of Qualifications

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion of the candidate’s experience. The SOQ must describe your experience relevant to each of the factors listed below.  Responses must contain specific examples to justify the experience described. You must provide individual responses, not to exceed one page, numbered and in the following order:

 

  1. Working successfully in a multi-discipline team environment
  2. Performing complex investigations independently

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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