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 t o begin early June 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 CalPERS Investigation Unit within the Legal Office is currently seeking an Investigator for our San Bernardino Regional Office.

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:

• Conducts complex and sensitive disability retirement investigations which includes conducting surveillance and utilizing electronic equipment. 
• Conducts complex and sensitive internal investigations of employee misconduct. 
• Investigators are expected to work undercover and testify in criminal and administrative proceedings. 
• Work hours will include: working long and unusual hours and traveling throughout the State of California. 
• Investigators will locate and interview witnesses, review complex medical reports, obtain evidence, serve subpoenas and prepare written detailed reports.
• Work as a liaison with state and local law enforcement in coordination of disability cases and fraud investigations. 

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Working Conditions

• This position is designated as office-centered and works primarily onsite at the San Bernardino Regional Office at least three weekdays. 
• Long and unusual hours traveling throughout the State of California.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• 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 knowledge and experience related to investigations. Please include the approximate number of investigations conducted, type of investigations and the number of investigative reports you have completed
2. Describe your knowledge and experience specifically related to surveillance. Please specify what type of surveillance you have conducted and describe your role when conducting these types of investigations.
3. Describe your organizational style with respect to your workload. How do you ensure all assignments are completed promptly and by priority? 

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."

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

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.

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:

• Possession of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certificate or Completion from Basic Academy or Completion of Specialized Basic Investigators’ Certificate (SIBC).
• Recent experience in State Service as an Investigator, conducting pension and retirement fraud; surveillance experience, experience conducting sensitive internal investigations, and experience with medical terminology as it relates to disability retirements. 
• The incumbent should possess a high degree of independence and good judgment, be self-motivated and able to motivate others.

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.

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, Weekday work, Monday to Friday,

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