SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR

State of California; Sacramento, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite restaurant

Free gym

EV charging stations

Free parking

Job summary

The California Lottery in Sacramento is seeking a State Special Investigator to ensure integrity and security across gaming systems and personnel. Under supervision of the Supervising Lottery Agent, you will perform enforcement and investigative duties and communicate clearly in writing.

The position requires a current Special Investigator exam, willingness to travel, overtime, and the ability to report to headquarters.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements described for Special Investigator
• Desirable qualifications include investigative techniques and report writing
• Overtime and travel may be required; bilingual skills are a plus

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity, honesty, fairness, and security in gaming and personnel systems.
• Conduct general and specific enforcement and security-related functions.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally; interpret codified laws and rules.
• Prepare and file detailed investigative reports and assist allied agencies.

Skills

Investigative procedures

Interviewing / interrogations

Report writing

Computer systems

POST certificates

Overtime travel willingness

Bilingual (desirable)

Job description

$5,528.00 - $9,037.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/9/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

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. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.

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

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under “Minimum Requirements.”

It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. It is not necessary to return the contact letter if you applied electronically. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours for Personal Leave hours each month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

The Lottery is less than 30 minutes from all that Downtown Sacramento has to offer. Amenities include an onsite restaurant, free gym, close to the light rail station, electric car charging stations, and free parking!! Apply today to join a dynamic organization that is not only passionate about its mission, but also its people!!

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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR

SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR $5,528.00 - $6,863.00A $6,310.00 - $8,217.00B $6,924.00 - $9,037.00C New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location:

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state organizations that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding for California’s public schools and colleges. We are passionate about creating a better tomorrow - one child at a time. The mix of talented people within our workplace reflects the rich diversity inherent within the State of California.We celebrate the contributions of each individual and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming.We believe in California For All.

In fiscal year 2024-25, the California Lottery generated sales of more than $9.2 billion with approximately $1.9 billion earned for California public schools. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state, from independent neighborhood shops to convenience stores, liquor stores to supermarkets, and more. Retail product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers® games and several draw games, including jackpot games such as Powerball®, Mega Millions®, and SuperLotto Plus® and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot®.

• The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commission if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense.
• The positionrequiresa Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• If you are basing your eligibility on education, ( http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx ), provide your transcripts and/or diploma. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial ; official transcripts will be required upon appointment . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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

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

Contact Information

Department Website: http://www.calottery.com

Human Resources Contact:

Human Resources, JC-532601

[phone]

[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Equal Employment Opportunity Office

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Instructions for Statement of Qualifications

Please address your knowledge and experience regarding the desirable qualifications.

• Describe the education, training and experience which specifically qualifies you for the position of State Special Investigator for the California State Lottery. Please provide the employer name(s), dates of employment, and the name(s) and phone number(s) of the supervisor(s) where you obtained your work experience.
• Describe your experience writing reports (e.g., crime reports, arrest reports, reports to courts, department heads, attorneys, law enforcement or other outside agencies) and the frequency with which you performed this task (number of reports completed daily or weekly).
• Describe a complex case that you participated in investigating within the last five years. Explain the case, your role, the actions you took, and the outcome.
• Describe your experience interrogating suspects and/or interviewing victims and witnesses within the last five years. Outline the specific techniques and strategies used; the frequency with which you performed this task; and the steps you took to complete the interrogation from the planning stage to the conclusion of the interview.
• Identify the specific competencies that are necessary to maintain positive and effective working relationships. Include at least one example of how you have used these competencies during the course of your work.
• Describe your experience submitting criminal investigations to a district attorney or city attorney for criminal prosecution.
• List all POST certifications (whether expired or not) you have received and the date each was issued.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.