SPECIAL AGENT SUPERVISOR

Under the general direction of the Special Agent in Charge (SAC), the Special Agent Supervisor (SAS) plans, assigns and directs criminal, civil and special investigations conducted by the Special Agents related to the Violent Crime Major Offender Program within the Bureau of Investigation. The SAS organizes and conducts the more difficult, complex or sensitive investigations, which include working vertical prosecutions related to complex, high profile investigations with the Deputy Attorneys General from the Attorney General's Office; reviews team members' daily activities; determines investigative resources; and reviews investigative reports. The SAS provides coordination, training and specialized operational support to local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, evaluates team members' performance and takes corrective and/or disciplinary action when needed, represents the Bureau and Department at law enforcement and other meetings, assumes the duties of the SAC when delegated, and performs other duties as required.


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

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

• SPECIAL AGENT SUPERVISOR, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-517188


Position #(s):
419-822-8524-007

Working Title:
SPECIAL AGENT SUPERVISOR


Classification:
SPECIAL AGENT SUPERVISOR, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE $9,423.00 - $14,093.00
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:
Sacramento County


Telework:
In Office


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Work Week:
Monday - Thursday, 4/10 shifts


Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Investigation, Violent Crime Major Offender Program, Sacramento Regional Office.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• Pending Budget Approval
• For more information about the Department please visit the Attorney General's website at .

• Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR
  
  

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.

Please do not include additional documents other than those listed in the "Required Application Package Documents" section.

Candidates must have a current California POST Basic or Specialized Certificate in order to be considered.

Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Education Incentive

Agents with an Associate of Science, Associate of Arts, or Intermediate POST certificate will receive a 2.5% salary differential of the base pay. Agents with a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Advance POST certificate will receive a 5% salary differential of the base pay.


Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 6/11/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.


Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).


How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:


Address for Mailing Application Packages


You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:


Department of Justice
DLE- Priscilla Vong
Attn: Priscilla Vong - JC 517188
Department of Justice / DLE-OC- Personnel Services Unit
1300 I Street, Suite 1140
Sacramento , CA 95814


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:


Department of Justice
DLE- Priscilla Vong
Priscilla Vong - JC 517188
Department of Justice / DLE-OC- Personnel Services Unit
1300 I Street, Suite 1140
Sacramento , CA 95814


08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


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 - The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as a documentation of your ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing, should be typed, and no more than one page in length. Failure to address the specific SOQ prompt below may result in disqualification.
  • Please describe your experience working on an investigation where you took the lead. Explain your role, the challenges, and the outcome of the assignment. Provide specific examples.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.


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:

• Strong communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and perform multiple tasks with accuracy, precision and neatness
• Ability to maintain professional and courteous working relationships with all levels of staff
• Ability to foster positive working relationships with internal/external customers and/or contacts
• Ability to successfully lead and supervise a group of individuals
• Act independently as well as in a team environment
• Receive and follow directions from supervisor
• Strong work ethic and attendance
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

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



Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Priscilla Vong
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Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
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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.


Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.


It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.