SUPERVISING SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR I (NON-PEACE OFFICER) (00108549

Job Description and Duties

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.The Supervising Special Investigator (SSI) I provides direct supervision over a team of Special Investigators . This team is responsible for performing criminal financial investigations , in coordination with Special Agents and Deputy Attorneys General, which fall within the mission of the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA). The SSI I plans, directs, monitors and assigns complaints for criminal financial investigations to their staff. Acts as a principal advisor to the SSI II on matters relating to DMFEA policies and procedures, outreach, legislative and regulatory initiatives and other matters. Follows and ensures staff follow Department and DMFEA policies and procedures.

Travel is required throughout the state of nation as necessary. Successful completion of a California POST PC 832 Search and Seizure course is required, which may be performed after hire.

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Working Conditions

Telework is available but is contingent on DMFEA's operation needs. DMFEA's current telework agreement for the Supervising Special Investigator I classification is Office Centered. Office Centered is defined as employees who work more than 50% within a month in the office. Cubicle or open office space in a smoke-free environment and field work as needed. Telework requires California residency.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Candidates who are interested in the Supervising Special Investigator I position must meet the minimum qualifications in order to be consider ed . The minimum qualifications for the Supervising Special Investigator I classification can be found at: CalHR

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications must have a list, reinstatement, or lateral transfer eligibility.

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:

Keen attention to detail; excellent communication skills; sophisticated writing skills; expertise in investigations (fraud, financial); Medi-Cal data knowledge; strong organizational skills; ability to motivate and maintain trust and confidence of supervisors and line staff across all disciplines within DMFEA and in outside agencies; a strong work ethic and familiarity with DOJ and state personnel policies, bargaining unit MOUs and State civil service laws and rules.

Benefits

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Additional Information on Application Filing

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Applicants who do not submit an SOQ will not be considered for this position. The SOQ prompt is listed below. Please note that resumes, letters, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters, and other materials will not take the place of the SOQ.