SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR ASSISTANT

State of California; California; On-site; USD 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California's Department of Motor Vehicles seeks a Special Investigator Assistant at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento. The role supports Special Operations Command and related units, with a 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule, Monday to Friday, in-office work.

Salary ranges from $4,434.00 to $5,192.00 per month, with relocation not reimbursed. Requires a valid California Driver's License, a background investigation, and participation in the DMV Pull Notice Program.

Qualifications

• Active investigation or investigative coordination awareness.

Responsibilities

• Supports activities of area command, district offices, and Special Operations Command.
• Performs duties in office with potential field components as required.

Job description

Job Posting:Special Investigator Assistant

Department of Motor Vehicles

JC-534867 -

JC-534867 - Special Investigator Assistant
SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR ASSISTANT

$4,434.00 - $5,192.00 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: 10/22/2026

This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento.

Under supervision of Special Operations Command Management, incumbent directly supports the activities and responsibilities of an area command, district office, headquarters units, and the activities specific to the Special Operations Command.

All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply.

The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position.

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

Working Conditions

Works in a single story building in an office setting, in a cubicle. Will be sitting, standing, and moving in and around the office environment; exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Work indoors and outdoors. While indoors, the temperatures and humidity is reasonably controlled, but while out of doors, the employee is exposed to climatic conditions.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR ASSISTANT

SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR ASSISTANT $4,434.00 - $5,192.00 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:

DMV Headquarters in Sacramento

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Work Week:

Monday through Friday

Department Information

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a recognized leader in public service and has existed for over 100 years. The DMV is responsible for registering approximately 36 million vehicles in California, and serving 34 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $14 billion in annual revenue. The DMV also maintains and oversees many other functions. The DMV provides quality licensing and motor vehicle-related services in its field offices located throughout California and online at www.dmv.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.


• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.


• Selected candidate will be required to participate in the DMV Pull Notice Program.

Applicants must be eligible for appointment (e.g., must take and pass examination); see Who May Apply section below for more information. Additionally, applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

Possession of the Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

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:

Knowledge of Law Enforcement principles, Peace Officer's Bill of Rights, written and verbal communication. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must have the ability to develop and maintain professional, courteous, and cooperative working relationships with others. Possess exceptional organizational abilities and excellent writing skills. Perform assigned tasks professionally and efficiently with high accountability and confidentiality.

The Department of Motor Vehicles and the State of California offer many benefits to its employees. These include health, vision, and dental benefits; retirement plans (CalPERS); savings plans (401K and 457b); leave benefits; insurance (such as group legal insurance and group long term disability insurance); and employee assistance program. Benefits may be based on the job classification, bargaining unit, tenure, time base, and length of appointment. Click on each web link below for more information.

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Matthew Boyd
[phone]

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.

EEO Contact:
Office of Civil Rights and Resolution
[phone]

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 workplace. 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.