Detective

The California State Lottery is looking to fill the exciting role of a Detective!

If this opportunity would be a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply today and join our winning team!

People are drawn to the California State Lottery because we:

• We have a worthy mission that we’re sure you’ll take pride in too.
• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
• Recognize individual and team contributions
• Support the importance of work-life balance
• Invest in the professional development of our team members
• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state agencies that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding to California schools while simultaneously supporting local communities. Ninety-five cents of every dollar spent by players goes back to local communities in the form of contributions to public schools and colleges, prizes and retailer compensation.

In fiscal year 2023-24, the California Lottery provided over $2 billion in supplemental funding for California public schools, bringing the total contributions to more than $46 billion since we began in 1985. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state. Product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers games and several draw games such as Powerball, Mega Millions, and SuperLotto Plus and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot.

Job Description and Duties:

Under the direction of the Supervising Lieutenant, Bay Region, the incumbent conducts complex and sensitive administrative, civil and criminal investigations and other law enforcement activities for the California State Lottery (Lottery) with direct or minimal supervision. This position also provides technical advice to local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to assure the integrity, honesty, and fairness in the operation of the Lottery, pursuant to Penal Code 830.3(p). Incumbent may work alone, as part of an investigative team, or as a lead person, and coordinate the work of other enforcement staff. Incumbent must communicate effectively orally and in writing; read and interpret various codified laws, rules, and regulations.

This position requires a current Investigator exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.

This position is headquartered at the Milpitas Office and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

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

Working Conditions

1. Schedule: 8AM-5PM M-F
2. Travel: Some travel required
3. Other: The Investigator must be willing to work overtime, odd and irregular hours, nights, weekends, and holidays, in various locations throughout the State; possess a valid California driver’s license and be willing to travel at any time (out-of-state or country travel may be required); be familiar with computer and security hardware systems; possess facility and plant systems security expertise.

Desirable Qualifications

• Valid (RBC or SIBC) POST academy certification or a POST Basic Certificate listed in certifications. Active or current POST-Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, or higher POST Certificates.
• Experience with conducting interviews and/or interrogations of suspects, witnesses and victims.
• In-depth knowledge of investigative procedures and techniques, and have an aptitude for evaluating information (including computer data) and problem solving.
• Ideal candidate will be able to work independently or in a team environment.
• Bilingual skills are desirable, but not required.

*Important Note: A resume and Statement of Qualifications are required to submit with your application package in order to be considered

For more information about this opportunity, benefits, and instructions on how to apply -- click the Apply button.