Special Investigator

California Lottery; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Lottery is seeking a Special Investigator to join the SLED/Theft Unit in Sacramento. Under general supervision, you will conduct criminal investigations and enforcement related to crimes against the Lottery and retailers, ensuring integrity, fairness, and security in operations.

This is a hybrid telework position with a minimum of 2 in-office days per week at Lottery Headquarters, Sacramento. The unit operates 365 days a year, 24/7.

Qualifications

• The ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to exercise a high degree of independence, initiative, and flexibility.
• Working knowledge of investigative procedures and techniques.
• Basic interview and interrogation experience.
• Report writing experience documenting criminal and/or administrative investigations.
• The ability to travel and conduct field work in the furtherance of investigations.
• Possess any Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) or other professional certifications involving investigative skills.

Skills

Multitask & time management

MS Word & Excel proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Independence and initiative

Investigative procedures knowledge

Interview & interrogation experience

Report writing experience

Adaptability to changing priorities

Travel for field work

POST or other investigative certs

Job description

Under the general supervision of the Supervising Lottery Agent (Lieutenant, Theft Unit), incumbent conducts criminal investigations and enforcement activities without exercising peace officer powers. Incumbent is responsible for both general and specific investigations related to crimes against the Lottery and Lottery retailers to ensure the integrity, honesty, fairness and security in the operation and administration of the California State Lottery (Lottery). Incumbent must communicate effectively orally and in writing; read and interpret various laws, rules, and regulations.

This is a hybrid telework position, requiring a minimum of (2) in-office days per week at Lottery Headquarters (Sacramento). The SLED / Theft Unit is operational (365) days a year, (24) hours a day, including weekends and holidays.

This position requires a current Special Investigator exam.

This position is headquartered at the Lottery Headquarters- Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?

People Are Drawn To The Lottery Because We:

• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
• Recognize individual and team contributions
• Support the importance of work-life balance
• Invest in the professional development of our team members
• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

May consider a Training & Development assignment.

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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

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:

• The ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
• Proficient with various computer programs such as MS Word and Excel.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to exercise a high degree of independence, initiative, and flexibility.
• Working knowledge of investigative procedures and techniques.
• Basic interview and interrogation experience.
• Report writing experience documenting criminal and/or administrative investigations.
• The ability to work under changing priorities.
• The ability to travel and conduct field work in the furtherance of investigations.
• Possess any Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) or other professional certifications involving investigative skills.