Hybrid Special Investigator - Lottery Integrity

State of California; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California – California Lottery is seeking a Special Investigator to conduct criminal investigations and enforcement activities related to the Lottery and its retailers. The role requires strong investigative skills, good communication, and the ability to work in a hybrid schedule with in-office days at Sacramento headquarters.

Applicants must have a current Special Investigator exam. Final Filing Date is 11/12/2026, with online CalCareers applications encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience in criminal investigations or law enforcement context.
• Ability to read and interpret laws and regulations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts criminal investigations and enforcement activities related to crimes against the Lottery and Lottery retailers.
• Assists in ensuring the integrity, honesty, fairness and security in Lottery operations.
• Hybrid telework with required in-office days at Lottery Headquarters in Sacramento.

Skills

Investigation skills

Written communication

Field work

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

State of California – California Lottery is seeking a Special Investigator to conduct criminal investigations and enforcement activities related to the Lottery and its retailers. The role requires strong investigative skills, good communication, and the ability to work in a hybrid schedule with in-office days at Sacramento headquarters.

Applicants must have a current Special Investigator exam. Final Filing Date is 11/12/2026, with online CalCareers applications encouraged.