INVESTIGATOR

Job Description and Duties This is a re-posting. Candidates that have already applied to JC-507450 do not need to re-apply to this posting. Under the general direction of a Supervising Special Investigator I, the Investigator will conduct independent field investigations, work as part of a team, or act as a lead on other investigators when assigned. As a Peace Officer under the California Penal Code, Section 830.3(d), the incumbent detects and/or verifies and enforces suspected violations of the California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) rules, regulations, and laws, as well as other related laws. Applicants must have successfully completed a P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Basic Training Academy or Specialized Investigators’ Basic Academy. The applicant’s status with P.O.S.T. must be current. Applicants must meet California Peace Officer hiring, physical, psychological, and background standards before a hire can be made. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. 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. Applicants must possess a current State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to appointment. In accordance with California Government Code, Section 1031, the employee shall meet the following minimum standards: • Be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Any permanent resident alien shall be disqualified from holding a position if his or her application for citizenship is denied. • Be at least 18 years of age. • Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal records. • Be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer. For purposes of this section a medical examination, including psychological screen, shall be required prior to appointment. Additional Information: List JC-507450 in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application. Must have Investigator list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. To obtain list eligibility, take the exam linked here: CalCareers Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. This recruitment may be used to fill additional positions. This positon is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for Visa Sponsorship by the start date of this appointment. Personal Leave Program 2025: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporarywage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate andhours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impactof these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state taxwithholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR. 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 • Knowledge of rules of evidence and court procedures • Knowledge of laws of arrest; search and seizure; legal rights of citizens; and service of legal process • A candidate who is bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required. A Spanish-speaking incumbent must be able to pass a bilingual-Spanish fluency examination.