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Special Agent-in-Charge - Special Skills

California Department of Justice
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2026
Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of the Division of Law Enforcement (DLE), Assistant Chief, the Special Agent-in-Charge (SAC) is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the activities of the programs within the Protection Section (PS), including: the Dignitary Protection Unit (DPU), Threat Assessment Group (TAG) and Facilities Protection Unit (FPU). The incumbent will oversee sensitive and complex investigations against the Attorney General (AG) and/or their family. This position is also responsible for establishing and updating policies and maintaining oversight of departmental training.

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

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-531837

Position #(s):

419-710-8523-901

Working Title

Special Agent-in-Charge - Special Skills

Classification

SPECIAL AGENT-IN-CHARGE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

$12,430.00 - $16,279.00

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

In Office

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift

Day

Work Week

Monday - Friday

Department Information

  • This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Office of the Chief, Protective Services.
  • 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 www.oag.ca.gov .
  • 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 .

Benefits of working for the State of California:
  • Work-life balance
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Flexible paid leave options
  • Consistent wage increases
  • Pension retirement
  • Job stability
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!

Salary : $12,430 - $16,279

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