Investigator, Government, Police Officer

Overview

Why Join DHCS?
The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is supported by more than 4,800 DHCS team members and collaboration with the federal government, other state agencies, counties, and partners to serve low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role.

If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

The Investigator conducts full and complete criminal/civil investigations into allegations of fraud perpetrated against the California Medical Assistance Program (Medi-Cal) and other programs under the review of the Department of Health Care Services. All Investigators, DHCS, are peace officers under California Penal Code, Section 830.3(h) with investigative duties comparable to other peace officers.

DHCS Audits & Investigations (A&I) Division utilizes a field-based investigative model which requires investigative staff to leave directly and return to their residences or secured parking location for field assignments at the beginning and end of each work day. Investigative staff are provided state law enforcement vehicles and spend a minimum of 90 percent of assignments in the field, coming to the assigned office only for tasks that cannot be completed in the field.

• Carry a firearm and be proficient in its use (as required during employment).
• Maintain a neat personal appearance and wear plain clothes while maintaining firearm concealment.
• Analyze situations accurately, draw valid conclusions, and take immediate and effective action under stress.
• Travel throughout California based on business needs; gather and analyze facts and evidence; reason logically; draw valid conclusions; and make appropriate recommendations.
• Investigate misconduct pursuant to departmental policy; treat all people with respect and without bias.

Note:

This recruitment is posted for more vacancies than currently exist and may fill additional identical vacancies within 180 days of the closing date.

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

• Job Code #: JC-505197
• Position #(s): -XXX
• Working Title: Investigator
• Classification: INVESTIGATOR
• Salary: $6,339.00 - $8,558.00 A; $7,306.00 - $10,609.00 B
• New to State candidates: hired at minimum salary or applicable minimum of alternate range
• # of Positions: Multiple
• Work Location: Orange County
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (as applicable)
• Paid holidays and vacation/leave
• Defined retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Potential bilingual pay if eligible
• Educational incentives for qualified candidates

Full benefits information is available in CalHR's California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary. DHCS  Strategic Plan provides additional information. EEO statements and related information are included where applicable.

• Drug screening prior to hire
• Background investigation prior to hire
• Medical clearance prior to hire
• Psychological evaluation clearance prior to hire

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be no more than two pages. Include full name and Job Control number at the top. SOQ must be submitted with the application; resumes do not substitute for the SOQ. See the SOQ section for detailed instructions.

All questions may include work, school, and/or volunteer experience. Interested candidates should complete the application and submit with all required documents by the Final Filing Date: 2/4/2026.

Desirable factors include investigative experience, willingness to conduct field work, and possession of a POST Basic certificate or completion of a POST certified basic academy within the past two years.

Applications may be submitted electronically via Cal Careers or by paper. See the posting for mailing/delivery instructions. For questions, contact the Hiring Unit (Jason Grumet, , ). Reasonable accommodations requests should be directed to the interview scheduler. EEO and related contact information are provided in the posting.

Telework and salary information:
This field-based position may be eligible for telework up to five days/week. DHCS office location for this position is Santa Ana. Travel may be required; some costs are the employee’s responsibility. CalHR PLP 2025 salary reduction policy may apply; contact the hiring unit for details.

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