DETECTIVE (Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA) (Investigator)

Job Description and Duties BACKGROUND CHECK, FINGERPRINTING, PSYCHOLOGICAL SCREENING, AND MEDICAL EXAMINATION ARE REQUIRED. Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic Detective with recent experience in State service as a peace officer investigating auto, workers’ compensation, property and casualty insurance fraud and ability to generate clear and concise correspondence and investigative reports. If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you! Under supervision of a Supervising Fraud Investigator I, Investigators are assigned law enforcement responsibilities of various complexity and volume commensurate with their background and training from entry level to highly complex duties and casework. Investigators conduct criminal investigations of felony violations of State and Federal law relating to insurance fraud and white-collar crime. Incumbents may work alone, with a team, or as a lead criminal investigator assigned to conduct investigations of criminal enterprises and profiteering and assist in the prosecution of cases involving these groups in both State and Federal courts; and conduct investigations involving a broad range of felony violations, both State and Federal judicial systems. Incumbents perform a full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their assignments in accordance with the California Penal Code, Section 830.3. This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700), which includes an Assuming Office filing within 30 days of appointment, annual filings, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of physical separation. Non-compliance with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may result in the voiding of appointment, financial penalties, or enforcement actions. Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 and related Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 requires employees to receive a reduction in pay in exchange for monthly hours of PLP 2025 leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. For more information, visit the CalHR Website (www.calhr.ca.gov). In addition to the regular salary, this classification is eligible for the following pay differentials: • Education - select link for details- Pay Differential 244 • Longevity - select link for details- Pay Differential 245 These positions may be filled as Limited Term/Full-Time if the candidate needs to complete the Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) requirements. Upon successful completion, the incumbent will be appointed to the Investigator position Permanent/Full-Time. If the candidate has already met POST requirements through an academy, then he/she will be appointed Permanent/Full-Time upon hire. New to state service? Learn how to apply here. 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. Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview. • Exam list eligibility - refer to exam link above. • Transfer eligibility, if applicable, for current/former civil service employees • Criminal Record Supplement Questionnaire • Statement of Qualifications • Degree and/or School Transcript • POST Certificate (if applicable) • A valid California driver license CRIMINAL RECORD SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE (CRSQ) IS REQUIRED. CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE CRSQ FORM 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: • Recent experience in State service as a peace officer investigating auto, workers’ compensation, property and casualty insurance fraud; • Ability to generate clear and concise correspondence and investigative reports; • Ability to liaison with other law enforcement and prosecuting agencies in the region; • Graduate of Regular Basic Course (RBC) academy or Specialized Investigators’ Basic Course (SIBC) academy desired; • Preferred degree in criminal justice, criminology, police science, sociology, communications, psychology and forensic sciences, political science, finance, accounting, business administration, and public administration; and • Fluency in non-English language is preferred but not required. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to indicate their fluency via Question #5 of the STD. 678. Statement of Qualifications All interested applicants are required to submit a completed Statement of Qualification (SOQ) with the application. The SOQ must be submitted as a separate attachment, be no more than two pages, single spaced and 12 point, Arial font. Your SOQ must be titled "Statement of Qualification - Investigator" and contain the following question and your response. 1. Describe how your education, training and/or work experience has prepared you to be a peace officer that investigates auto, healthcare, disability, workers’ compensation, property and casualty insurance fraud. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. Applicants who fail to submit the SOQ will be eliminated from the interview process.