Job Description

Job Description and Duties

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this position. Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. Please scroll down to special requirements to see details.

Anticipated Interview Dates: In-person interviews are anticipated to be held January 13-17, 2025. 

Telework Information: This position is eligible for hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per week.

The Investigation Unit within the Legal Office is seeking a Supervising Special Investigator as the Investigation Unit is responsible for performing internal and external investigations of allegations of wrongdoing, violations of CalPERS or State of California policy and/or criminal activity to promote consistent organizational behavior.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs Peace Officer duties and oversees the daily functions of the Investigators; may supervise Office Support Staff or act in the absence of the Chief Investigator.
• Prioritizes, directs, and assigns cases to investigators. 
• Manages Investigator caseload assignments and due dates. The Supervising Special Investigator will also review and evaluate investigative reports, case documents, surveillance videos, and overall work product. 
• Provide training and direction to investigative staff.
• Work as a liaison with state and local law enforcement agencies in the coordination of disability cases and fraud investigations.

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Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.

Statement of Qualifications
Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific statements below will not be considered.

The SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications”, and each statement must be numbered and answered listing all relevant experience, education, and training, including places of employment, dates, and duties performed. The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length and must not have font smaller than 12 point and address the following:

1. Describe your experience with handling and supervising fraud cases, internal investigations, appeals and Ethic Helpline cases? Please include your years of experience, the number of investigations conducted, and the number of reports written. 
2. Explain your experience with surveillance, including the types you have conducted and your specific role in each investigation. 
3. Describe your communication skills, including examples of when you have conveyed complex or sensitive issues effectively, either in writing or verbally.
4. Describe your leadership experience, including the positions you held and the key responsibilities you managed in each role.

Minimum Qualifications All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If selected, official transcripts will be required prior to job offer. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements."

Peace Officer Standards
Citizenship Requirement: Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031(a), in order to be a peace officer, a person must either be a U.S. Citizen or be a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for U.S. Citizenship. Any permanent resident alien who is employed as a peace officer shall be disqualified from holding that position if his/her application for citizenship is denied.

Felony Disqualification: Pursuant to Government Code Section 1029, persons convicted of a felony are disqualified from employment as peace officers except as provided under Welfare and Institutions Code, Division 2, Chapter 3, Article 8, Section 1179(b), or Division 2.5, Chapter 1, Article 4, Section 1772(b). Except as provided for by these statutes, persons convicted of a felony are not eligible to compete for, or be appointed to, positions in these classes.

Firearm Conviction Disqualification: Anyone who is restricted for employment-related purposes from accessing, possessing, carrying, receiving, or having under his/her control a firearm or ammunition under all applicable State or Federal laws is ineligible for appointment to any position in these classifications.

Background Investigation: Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031, persons successful in peace officer examinations shall be required to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to appointment. If successful in the hiring interview, the applicant will be required to undergo a fingerprint clearance prior to appointment to this position.

Medical and Psychological Requirement: Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031, persons appointed to a peace officer class must undergo a medical and psychological examination to ensure applicant is free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.

Please Note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to any type of job offer. To find and take an exam, visit the CalHR’s CalCareers website .

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: Investigation techniques and procedures, and directing others in the performance of investigatory work; rules of investigatory work; rules of evidence and court procedure; principles of identification, preservation, and presentation of evidence; sources of information used in locating persons; laws of arrest, search and seizure, service of legal process, and the legal rights of citizens; interviewing techniques; duties of Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies; interpreting and applying to specific cases the provisions of the laws, rules, or regulations enforced or administered; principles and techniques of personnel management and supervision and supervising a staff of investigators.

Skill in: Planning, organizing, and directing investigations.

Ability to : Direct others in the performance of investigatory work; interpret and apply to specific cases the provisions of the laws, rules, or regulations enforced or administered; supervise a staff of investigators; gather, analyze, and prepare effective evidence; dictate correspondence and prepare reports; communicate effectively; establish and maintain cooperative relations with Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies; analyze situations accurately; think and act quickly in emergencies and adopt an effective course of action; and effectively promote equal opportunity in employment and maintain a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

Benefits

CalPERS team members are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most team members. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and collective bargaining agreements.

Some added benefits CalPERS offers include:

• Alternate Work Schedules
• Flexible Work Hours
• Onsite childcare facility
• Onsite fitness center
• Onsite café and nearby restaurants
• Free onsite parking available Mondays and Fridays, subject to change
• Free offsite parking available with shuttle service Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

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

Additional Information

Live Scan
Candidates not currently employed at CalPERS are required to submit to a criminal history review process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.

CalPERS Disclosure Requirements
If employed, you may be subject to rules imposed by Personal Trading Regulations and Conflict of Interest Code that apply to CalPERS team members, which require disclosure of certain investment information and use of a designated trading platform for securities transactions, as well as filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700)

Please do not include any confidential information on any documents in your application package. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your social security number, date of birth, marital status, personal photos, a copy of your driver’s license, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP status.

Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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 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 - In addition to completing your online job application, you must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions and questions for the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific SOQ prompts will not be considered.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Local area, Felony friendly, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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