Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Special Agent Supervisor (SAS), the Special Investigator (SI) will be responsible for all aspects of performing background investigations for sworn and non-sworn personnel. The SI will determine the qualifications and suitability of people seeking employment as sworn peace officers and non-sworn professional staff within the Department of Justice. This will be accomplished through extensive reference interviews and record searches to verify information provided by the applicant in a Personal History Statement (PHS/Personal History Questionnaire, or PHQ).

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Working Conditions

DOJ has adopted telework for employees who can effectively perform their essential work functions remotely. After an initial 6-month training period, this position may allow for a hybrid in office and telework opportunity, upon supervisor approval. All telework schedules are based on current workload conditions and may be re-evaluated as conditions change.

Special Requirements

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

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:

T he candidate should consistently exercise a high degree of initiative, confidentiality, independence, and originality in performing a wide variety of duties. This position also requires the incumbent to demonstrate good judgment and possess the ability to communicate effectively with managers and employees within the Office of the Chief. The candidate must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions; knowledge of correct spelling, grammatical usage, punctuation, and current office methods; and be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Excellent attendance, punctuality and dependability are essential in this position.

Benefits

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

Additional Timely Filing Information

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either *electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date

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 a narrative discussion of your experience that qualifies you for the position. Failure to follow instructions or respond to the SOQ in its entirety may result in disqualification . The SOQ must be typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two (2) pages in length and address the following:
  1. Describe in detail your experience, educational background, and qualifications related to the duties for this position.
  2. What skills do you possess that will make you successful as a Background Investigator, and how have you applied those skills in your specific experience conducting backgrounds or any other investigations?
  3. Describe you experience with managing multiple projects with strict deadlines, and managing a caseload.

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