What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Investigator position at California Department of Justice?
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 investigative 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 Search and Seizure course is required, which may be performed after hire.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-499510
Position #(s):
423-667-8612-001
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:
Los Angeles County
Telework
In Office
Job Type
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift
Day
Work Week
Monday - Friday
Department Information
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
Benefits of working for the State of California:
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 investigative 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 Search and Seizure course is required, which may be performed after hire.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-499510
Position #(s):
423-667-8612-001
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:
Los Angeles 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 Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Investigations Section, West Covina Regional Office.
- 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.
- 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 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
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 : $5,528 - $9,037
