Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Within the Office of Law Enforcement support and under the supervision of the Supervising Special Investigator I (SSI I) or designee, the investigator is responsible for investigating criminal and administrative cases of employee misconduct at the Department of State Hospitals (DSH) and the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), to ensure that laws, proper policies, and protocols are followed.

The investigator must be organized and adept at utilizing law enforcement databases to obtain police, court and medical reports. The investigator will prepare reports on all assigned cases, knowing that OLES and/or the respective Department may take legal action based on evidence obtained. The investigator must perform the full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in accordance with the California Penal Code, Section 830.3(v).

This advertisement is posted as until filled. Applications will be reviewed, and candidates may or may not be selected for interviews . However, the Job Control will remain open until the vacancy is filled.

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Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.

Please Note:  A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

The SOQ is a narrative of how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify you for the position. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed with no more than two (2) pages in length, with one-inch margins and should have a font size of no smaller than Arial 11.

Resumes do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications.

This is a peace officer position pursuant to Penal code 830.3(v).

The applicant MUST POSSESS a California Peace Officer Standard and Training BASIC CERTIFICATE and INCLUDE a copy of the BASIC CERTFICATE with the application. Applications that do not include a copy of the Basic Certificate will not be accepted.

Applicants will be required to successfully complete a POST background investigation prior to appointment.

Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's license.

This position is designated under the Conflict of  Interest Code.

This position is subject to fingerprinting clearance by the Department of Justice.

You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!  The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program.

TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT

• Public transit (mass transit) passes.
  • 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
  • 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
• Vanpool drivers and riders
  • 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.

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

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 - Salaries do not reflect reductions from the Personal Leave Program, please see the applicable for additional information on the length and percentage of reductions.

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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  (SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.

• Other -

  POST Basic Certificate

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Work at office,

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