Detective Sergeant

Job Description and Duties

Background check and fingerprinting required.

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced Office Centered environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeing a dynamic Supervising Fraud Investigator I with investigative experience.

If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you!

Under the direction of the Supervising Fraud Investigator II, Regional Office Captain, the Supervising Fraud Investigator I (Detective Sergeant) directly supervises a team of Investigators and oversees the activities of other support staff assigned to the Regional Office. The incumbent works with officers from other law enforcement agencies and staff involved in insurance fraud investigations. The incumbent reviews criminal investigation work products of subordinate staff, and may personally participate in difficult or complex investigations. This position is designated as peace officer. The incumbent must successfully qualify at quarterly weapon qualifications and meet all Peace Officers Standards Training (POST) requirements. 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 the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

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Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in a law enforcement environment that includes the presence of firearms;
• Must qualify and carry a firearm;
• A valid California driver license is required;
• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors, depending on the situation in which investigations are involved, at any given time;
• There is a reasonable expectation of contact with dangerous suspects;
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and carrying is required
• Must be able to work in a high-rise building.
• Routine travel may be required within and/or outside the state of California via private or public transportation (i.e., automobile, airplane, etc.). Travel may include overnight stay.

This position is eligible for hybrid telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Enforcement Branch and based on CDI’s current telework policy. While CDI supports telework, in-person attendance will be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to work with minimal notification if an urgent need arises, as determined by the Department.

Special Requirements

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 below.
• Transfer eligibility, if applicable, for current/former civil service employees
• Statement of Qualifications
• Valid Drivers License
• POST Verification

CRIMINAL RECORD SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE (CRSQ) IS REQUIRED. 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:

• Ability to liaison with other law enforcement and prosecuting agencies in the region;
• Demonstrated ability to investigate insurance fraud cases;
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• Ability to be self-motivated, to motivate others, to set and achieve goals, and to operate with a high degree of independence;
• Ability to collaborate with all levels of staff and executive management;
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout California as required for successful job performance;
• Experience as a trainer;
• Minimum 2-years investigative experience with Enforcement Branch;
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Experience utilizing Microsoft and other computer applications (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, CLETS, CRIMS)

Benefits

CDI offers many benefits including the following:

• FREE PARKING
• Flexible work hours
• Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training
• Career Services Program
• Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

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

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Step 1 - if you have not taken the SUPERVISING FRAUD INVESTIGATOR I examination, or if your eligibility has expired, and/or you have no other type of eligibility, you MUST take the examination to be eligible for appointment. Please click the link provided below for the examination information/instructions. Please read the entire examination bulletin.

EXAMINATION LINK :

Step 2 - Submit your application includding all required documents, by using the "Apply Now" button found at the top of this bulletin.

Any questions regarding the minimum qualifications, applying for the examination, being scheduled for the examination, reasonable accommodations, the examination components, scoring, etc., may be directed to our recruiters at [email protected]

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.
• Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Instructions may be found in the Statement of Qualifications Section of this job posting.