Senior Special Investigator: Complex & Multi-Agency

Join CAL FIRE; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CAL FIRE is seeking a Special Investigator to conduct independent criminal, civil, and administrative investigations, verify evidence, and assist with administrative actions and prosecutions.

Investigation responsibilities become more complex at higher ranges; candidates interview witnesses, obtain warrants, and may oversee a small team in multi‑agency investigations while producing clear, concise reports.

Qualifications

• Criminal, civil, or administrative investigations experience.
• Ability to collect and verify evidence for action or prosecution.
• Familiarity with interview techniques and legal processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent investigations and develop investigation plans.
• obtain and verify evidence and prepare reports detailing findings.
• lead or supervise a small investigative team on complex cases.

Skills

Investigation

Interviewing

Warrants

Team leadership

Education

College degree

Job description

Join CAL FIRE is seeking a Special Investigator to conduct independent criminal, civil, and administrative investigations, verify evidence, and assist with administrative actions and prosecutions.

Investigation responsibilities become more complex at higher ranges; candidates interview witnesses, obtain warrants, and may oversee a small team in multi‑agency investigations while producing clear, concise reports.