Supervising Criminal Investigator I

Job Description and Duties

THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.

This position exists in the Investigation Division office located in Sacramento.

The Employment Development Department's (EDD) Investigation Division (ID) within the Labor Data and Compliance Branch investigates allegations and suspected violations of the California Unemployment Insurance Code and other laws and regulations pertaining to fraud or misconduct to protect the integrity of EDD's programs and resources.

Under the direction of the Supervising Criminal Investigator II (SCI II), the Supervising Criminal Investigator I (SCI I) has supervisory responsibility over seven (7) Criminal Investigators. The SCI I will be responsible for the investigative activity within the Enforcement Operations and is the final reviewing authority of investigative work. The SCI I conducts, plans, organizes, coordinates, and oversees investigations as directed by the Manager/SCI II.

The SCI I may perform, plan, supervise and direct the performance of subordinate staff in field investigations, detect or verify suspected violations of laws, rules or regulations, conduct difficult and complex investigations, may perform program or policy development and interpretation duties which specifically require investigator or law enforcement expertise, and do other related work.

When directed, prepares staff studies, formulates and/or conducts training and special programs, and carries out such duties and investigations that may be assigned. Keeps the Manager informed of potential problems and all matters that affect the scope of the unit and provides investigative support.

This position requires the passing of a background investigation, medical, and psychological examination.

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 in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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Working Conditions

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

Schedule may vary depending on operational needs. May be required to travel, anywhere in California and possibly out-of-state if authorized by the Chief of the Investigation Division, and work beyond standard hours.

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.

This position requires passing a background investigation, medical, and psychological examination, and a valid California driver's license.

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at .

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions’ section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.

• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.

• Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.

• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Examination/Assessment

If selected for hire , you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.

Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:

SUPERVISING CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR I, EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

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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:

1. Knowledge and experience applying legal principles applicable to fraud investigations.
2. Experience managing multiple and complex investigations simultaneously.
3. Experience exercising a high degree of integrity and confidentiality for sensitive issues and using sound judgment in making decisions.
4. Ability to perform workload and staffing analysis and to recommend appropriate staffing levels based on workload.
5. Experience leading and managing teams while demonstrating the ability to communicate a clear vision, set goals and expectations, encourage leadership and initiative in managing a multi-disciplined team.
6. Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision including the progressive discipline process.
7. Ability to think strategically and develop protocols and procedures both at an organizational level and on individual project level.
8. Experience in drafting issue papers to address operational and/or administrative areas in need of improvement in support of Departmental strategic plan objectives.
9. Experience in measuring short and long termed performance and program outcomes related to initial and ongoing implementation of a strategic plan.
10. Ability to communicate effectively with others as demonstrated by strong written and verbal communication skills, strong negotiating skills, and the ability to represent the Department effectively both internally and with external partners.
11. Law Enforcement and/or POST certification
12. Knowledge in UI, DI and Tax programs.

Benefits

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

Statement of Qualifications Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a written response to the applicant's qualifications for the position and ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Specifically, the SOQ should include detailed and concise information on how the candidate's education, training, experience, and competencies meet the minimum and desirable qualifications. Do not submit a resume in place of the SOQ.

In your SOQ, describe your experience, knowledge, and competencies as they relate to each of the below factors. Each factor must be addressed and numbered in the same order as listed; do not consolidate responses. The SOQ should not exceed three pages in length, with one-inch margins, single space and a minimum font size of Arial 11. Applicants who fail to submit the SOQ as instructed and/or fail to submit all the required documents may be eliminated from the examination process.

1. Knowledge and experience applying legal principles applicable to fraud investigations.
2. Experience managing multiple and complex investigations simultaneously.
3. Experience exercising a high degree of integrity and confidentiality for sensitive issues and using sound judgment in making decisions.
4. Ability to perform workload and staffing analysis and to recommend appropriate staffing levels based on workload.
5. Experience leading and managing teams while demonstrating the ability to communicate a clear vision, set goals and expectations, encourage leadership and initiative in managing a multi-disciplined team.
6. Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision including the progressive discipline process.
7. Ability to think strategically and develop protocols and procedures both at an organizational level and on individual project level.
8. Experience in drafting issue papers to address operational and/or administrative areas in need of improvement in support of Departmental strategic plan objectives.
9. Experience in measuring short and long termed performance and program outcomes related to initial and ongoing implementation of a strategic plan.
10. Ability to communicate effectively with others as demonstrated by strong written and verbal communication skills, strong negotiating skills, and the ability to represent the Department effectively both internally and with external partners.

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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.