Job Description

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 .

Working Conditions

Telework is available but is contingent on DMFEA's operational needs. Telework requires California residency.

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:

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications must have a list, reinstatement, or lateral transfer eligibility.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Applicants should have excellent writing skills; experience in preparing  background investigation reports. Must be able to exercise good judgment, be willing to work odd and unusual hours, and travel throughout the State of California.

Benefits

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

Additional Information on Application Filing

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure the timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion of the candidate’s experience.  Failure to provide an SOQ and follow instructions can result in the applicant being disqualified from the hiring process.  The SOQ must describe your experience relevant to each of the factors listed below.  Responses must contain specific examples to justify the experience described. You must provide individual responses, not to exceed one page, numbered and in the following order:

  1. Working successfully in a multi-discipline team environment

  2. Performing complex investigations independently

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