Crime Analyst

Overview

As the state's federally mandated Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU), the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA) works aggressively to investigate and prosecute fraudulent activities and the illegal diversion of health care resources from California's most vulnerable citizens. Under the supervision of the Crime Analyst Supervisor, the Crime Analyst I (CA I) locates, compiles, analyzes and disseminates Medi-Cal fraud and elder abuse information, data, and documentary evidence in support of the investigative and prosecutorial duties of the Special Agents, Deputy Attorneys General and Special Investigators within DMFEA.

The CA I is also responsible for property and evidence management including the maintenance of chain of custody, proper receipt, identification, and preservation of evidence submissions, appropriate release/transfer of evidence, tracking, and records management. The CA I will also order equipment for sworn and investigative staff.

Job Code #: JC-503258

Position #(s): -901

Working Title Crime Analyst

Classification CRIME ANALYST I

Salary Ranges $3,984.00 - $5,193.00 A
$4,740.00 - $6,236.00 B

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Los Angeles County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift: Day

Work Week: Monday - Friday

The Crime Analyst I locates, compiles, analyzes and disseminates Medi-Cal fraud and elder abuse information, data, and documentary evidence in support of the investigative and prosecutorial duties of the DMFEA. The position also manages property and evidence including chain of custody, receipt, identification, preservation, release/transfer, tracking, and records management. The CA I will also order equipment for sworn and investigative staff.

Department Information
This position is located in the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Burbank Regional Office.

Application Notes
The Department of Justice may consider a Training & Development (T&D) assignment for this recruitment. If applying for a T&D assignment, note "T&D" in the Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying section on the State Application form. Individuals who are new to State service or looking to promote must have list eligibility. Additional exams/information:  For more information about the department, visit

Salary Range Clarifications
Range A applies to those who do not meet Range B criteria. Range B applies to persons with the required experience/education as described in the original job text.

Personal Leave Program
Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program accruals. Details vary by bargaining unit.

Benefits
Work-life balance; 11 paid holidays; flexible leave options; wage increases; pension; health/dental/vision; PSLF and more.