Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Supervising Lottery Agent (Lieutenant, Theft Unit), incumbent conducts criminal investigations and enforcement activities without exercising peace officer powers. Incumbent is responsible for both general and specific investigations related to crimes against the Lottery and Lottery retailers to ensure the integrity, honesty, fairness and security in the operation and administration of the California State Lottery (Lottery). Incumbent must communicate effectively orally and in writing; read and interpret various laws, rules, and regulations. This is a hybrid telework position, requiring a minimum of (2) in-office days per week at Lottery Headquarters (Sacramento). The SLED / Theft Unit is operational (365) days a year, (24) hours a day, including weekends and holidays.

This position requires a current Special Investigator exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click to gain list eligibility.

This position is headquartered at the Lottery Headquarters- 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

May consider a Training & Development assignment.

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 to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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Working Conditions

Schedule: (5) eight-hour shifts / week, times are flexible.
Travel: Occasional travel may be required
Other: The incumbent must be willing to work irregular hours, work overtime, and the ability to adjust their shift / weekend based on operational needs.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• 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.

• 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.
• This/These position(s) require(s) a California Driver’s License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application including providing your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• If you are basing your eligibility on education, (), 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

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:

• The ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
• Proficient with various computer programs such as MS Word and Excel.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to exercise a high degree of independence, initiative, and flexibility.
• Working knowledge of investigative procedures and techniques.
• Basic interview and interrogation experience.
• Report writing experience documenting criminal and/or administrative investigations.
• The ability to work under changing priorities.
• The ability to travel and conduct field work in the furtherance of investigations.
• Possess any Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) or other professional certifications involving investigative skills.

Benefits

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

Position Location

700 North 10th Street

Sacramento, CA 95811

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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED. The SOQ must be completed in Arial, 12 point font, single-spaced, and should not exceed (1) page in length. When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, knowledge, education, and training when responding to the following:

  Describe why you would be a suitable candidate to work for the California Lottery's, Security & Law Enforcement Division, Theft Unit, as a Special Investigator.

  Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered for the position.

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