Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Supervising Special Investigator I (non-peace officer), the Special Investigator (SI) evaluates and investigates criminal allegations and conduct within the mission 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 Investigations Section, conducting complex and interjurisdictional schemes, and assists in the prosecution of such matters.  

The SI conducts criminal 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; identifies, locates and gathers records and evidence to further criminal investigations; assist with search warrants and other official legal papers; organize, review, and analyze evidence, including voluminous banking, business, digital, medical, and paper records;  utilize various databases (e.g. DMV, CLETS, Lexis-Nexis) to gather evidence and information related to investigations; collect and secure evidence to preserve the chain of custody; identify, locate, contact and interview suspects, witnesses and victims; prepare and testify in court and grand jury proceedings; maintaining accurate case files; provides technical assistance and training; prepares 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. Travel is required, throughout the state or nation as necessary. Successful completion of a California POST PC 832 Search and Seizure course is required, which may be performed after hire.

For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website  .

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Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

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: CalHR

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: 2/6/2026

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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 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: Kittiya Jaikaew (JC-504476)

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

Kittiya Jaikaew (JC-504476)

2329 Gateway Oaks Drive

Sacramento , CA 95833

08:00 AM - 05:00 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 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 - A Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required. Applicants who do not submit a SOQ will not be considered. Please see below for the SOQ prompt and note that resumes, letters, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters, and other materials will not take the place of the SQO.

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.

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:
Kittiya Jaikaew
(916) 597-3661
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.

Statement of Qualifications

In 1-2 paragraphs per question, not to exceed 2 pages, write a narrative (i.e., essay format, no lists or bullets, double space, 12 font), please address the prompts below. Please address each prompt individually and clearly label (e.g., “Prompt 1”, “Prompt 2”, “Prompt 3”) which prompt you are responding to in your submission.

Please note that failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications and/or failure to follow the specific instructions noted above may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

• Describe your training and experience and how it has prepared you to conduct and coordinate criminal/fraud investigations. Describe how you gathered, organized, and analyzed records or evidence.
• Describe your experience leading large-scale or complex projects. In your response, provide an example of how you organized the project(s), how you delegated tasks to others, and ensured timely completion.

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