Special Investigator

California Lottery; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The California State Lottery seeks a Special Investigator to ensure integrity, honesty, fairness and security in gaming systems and personnel systems under the supervision of the Supervising Lottery Agent. The incumbent must read and interpret codified laws, rules, and regulations and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento with a hybrid telework option.

Qualifications

• Current Special Investigator exam is required.
• Hybrid telework with headquarters in Sacramento; report to assigned HQ.
• Travel across the state may be required; valid California driver’s license.
• Strong written and oral communication; ability to read and interpret codified laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity, honesty, fairness and security in gaming systems and personnel systems.
• Enforce general and specific enforcement and security-related functions.
• Read and interpret codified laws, rules, and regulations.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Occasional overtime and travel to various locations across the state.

Skills

Security investigations

Interviews/witnesses

Oral & written comms

Reading/interpreting laws

Job description

Under the supervision of the Supervising Lottery Agent, Special Investigations & Gaming Security, the Special Investigator assures the integrity, honesty, fairness and security in the operation and administration of all gaming systems and personnel systems of the California State Lottery (Lottery), pursuant to Penal Code 830.3(p). Responsible for both general and specific enforcement and security related functions. Incumbent must communicate effectively orally and in writing; read and interpret various codified laws, rules, and regulations.

This position requires a current Special Investigator exam.

This position is headquartered in 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

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

• Schedule: 8am-5pm M-F
• Other: The Special Investigator must be willing to work overtime, odd and irregular hours, nights, weekends, and holidays, in various locations throughout the State; possess a valid California driver’s license and be willing to travel at any time (out-of-state or country travel may be required); be familiar with computer and security hardware systems.

Required Application Package Documents

• 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this recruitment. Failure to submit the SOQ or submitting a SOQ that does not directly answer the prompt will result in disqualification from this recruitment. Please see the below section for further instructions.

Desirable Qualifications

• Proficiency in computer systems and software
• In-depth knowledge of investigative procedures and techniques and have an aptitude for evaluating information (including computer data) and problem solving
• Experience with conducting interviews and/or interrogations of suspects, witnesses and victims, and properly documenting investigations in writing
• Experience in conducting and writing reports on complex administrative and criminal investigations, assisting allied agencies in criminal investigations, and filing cases in criminal court
• POST Certificates desired but not required
• Ability to work overtime and travel at any time (including out-of-state and overnight)
• Bilingual skills are desirable but not required