Special Investigator (LEAP)

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

Job summary

Join CAL FIRE is seeking a SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR (LEAP) to perform complex investigations across criminal, civil, and administrative domains. The role includes developing investigative plans, gathering evidence, and coordinating with other law enforcement entities.

Responsibilities cover full investigation cycles, from case initiation to reporting, with emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and interagency collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in investigations or related field is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations to detect or verify suspected violations or provisions of laws, rules, or regulations.
• Obtain and verify evidence to support administrative action, conferences, and/or prosecution.
• Determine type of case and develop investigation plan; conduct and complete investigations.
• Maintain accurate master investigation case files and prepare clear, concise reports detailing activities and findings.
• Cooperate with Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies and provide training when needed.

Job description

Exam # 5201

Deadline Continuous

Working title Special Investigator (LEAP) Monthly salary SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR: $5,528.00 - $6,863.00 (A) per Month SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR: | $6,310.00 - $8,217.00 (B) per Month SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR: $6,924.00 - $9,037.00 (C) per Month SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR: $5,528.00 - $6,863.00 (L) per Month SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR: $6,310.00 - $8,217.00 (M) per Month SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR: $6,924.00 - $9,037.00 (N) per Month Exam # 5201 Deadline Continuous

Position Description

00108612 - SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR

The Special Investigator is a deep class with three alternate ranges. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conducting independent criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations to detect or verify suspected violations or provisions of Federal, State, and/or local laws, rules, or regulations; obtaining and verifying evidence to support administrative action, conferences, and/or prosecution; determining type of case and developing investigation plan; conducting and completing investigations; maintaining accurate master investigation case files; providing technical assistance and training to others; cooperating with and securing the assistance of Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies; preparing clear, concise, and accurate documents and reports detailing investigation activities and findings; and performing other related duties.

Investigation responsibilities at Range B are expected to be more complex and require broader knowledge and application of investigative techniques and procedures. Incumbents conduct the complex criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations to detect or verify suspected violations of laws, rules or regulations; locate and interview witnesses and persons suspected of violations; obtain and present facts and evidence to support administrative action, conferences, and/or prosecution; prepare and/or obtain search warrants; serve subpoenas, inspection warrants, and/or other official legal papers; and perform other related duties.

At Range C, incumbents (1) lead or review the work of a small staff of Special Investigators in the performance of field investigations; detect or verify suspected multiple violations of laws, rules, or regulations; (2) have independent responsibility to oversee an entire investigative operation or project; (3) independently conduct the most difficult and complex investigations and participate in multi-agency investigations or assignments; and/or (4) in an investigatory program, perform program or policy development and interpretation duties which specifically require investigatory expertise.

Special Personal Characteristics

Possession of a valid driver license of the appropriate class issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles; aptitude for investigation work; be flexible; willingness as a learner to do routine or detailed work in order to learn the practical application of investigative principles; may be required to travel; keenness of observation; good memory for names, faces, places, and incidents; neat personal appearance; tact; emotional stability and maturity; and demonstrated capacity for development as evidenced by work history, academic attainment, participation in school, or other activities, or by well-defined occupational or vocational interests.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to possessing the above requirements, Special Investigators may be required to meet the following departmentÂ‑specific requirements prior to appointment into a position with that department: Department of Real Estate: Equivalent to graduation from college with specialization in Real Estate, Law, Finance, Public Administration, or Business Administration and two years of experience in one of the following areas: sale or exchange of farm, residential, or business properties; and/or negotiating for real estate loans in bank, realty office, or savings and loan bank.

For information regarding position location(s), please refer to the Eligible List Information section.