Supervising Special Investigator

California Department of State Hospitals provided pay range

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Position Details: JC-500541

Position #:

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Working Title:

Supervising Special Investigator I – Department of Protective Services – MSH – 25‑312

Classification: SUPERVISING SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR I

Salary: $8,731.00 – $11,933.00

Minimum salary:
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:
In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: DSH – Metropolitan

Under the supervision of the Hospital Police Chief, the Supervising Special Investigator I (SSI I) trains, plans, organizes and directs the work of Investigators and Special Investigators (Non‑Peace Officer) in the investigation of suspected violations of provisions of laws, rules, or regulations; makes or directs the more difficult criminal investigations; advises departmental personnel in methods of fraud detection; files complaints, prepares cases, and appears in court or in administrative hearings;

works with and secures the cooperation of Federal, State, and local law‑enforcement agencies; evaluates the performance of staff members, and takes appropriate action; assists the Hospital Police Chief as directed; reviews and evaluates reports; makes or participates in more difficult or confidential field investigations; and prepares reports and correspondence. The SSI I is also responsible for maintaining a secure and safe operation for the welfare of patients, staff, and the public.

Post Orders are available to review specific detailed job assignments and duties.

Applicants MUST meet POST Peace Officer Candidate Selection Standards, including California State Minimum Selection Standards and POST Minimum Selection Standards before appointment is made to the Supervising Special Investigator I classification. (See Desirable Qualifications section for more information)

To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM.

It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the announcement. Please carefully read the Minimum Qualifications for the position before taking the exam to ensure you are qualified for the position and have met all requirements.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Opened in 1916, DSH‑Metropolitan State Hospital is in the vibrant community of Norwalk, 15 miles east of Los Angeles. To the south are entertainment venues such as Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, the marinas and beaches of Huntington, Newport and Laguna. To the west are Palos Verdes and Marina Del Rey. DSH‑Metropolitan State Hospital has an open campus within a security perimeter. The hospital operates approximately 826 beds.

The commitment categories of patients treated at DSH‑Metropolitan include Lanterman‑Petris‑Short (LPS) Act, Incompetent to Stand Trial (PC 1370), Offenders with Mental Health Disorders (Penal Code Sections 2964/2972/2974), and Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (PC 1026).

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