SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR

Job Description and Duties

This position is being re-advertised. If you previously applied, your application is being considered and you do not need to re-apply.

Please review the below working conditions carefully before applying.

This position will be covering the following  Northern California Locations:  

Alameda, San Francisco, Shasta, Siskiyou, Humbolt, and Sacramento

Under the general direction of Supervising Special Investigator I (SSI I), (non-peace officer), the Special Investigator (SI) (non-peace officer), conducts diverse administrative, civil, and criminal investigations against the professional licensees of the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN), Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA). Incumbents may work independently or with a group of investigators (non-sworn), in executing a lawful and thorough investigation of alleged violations and pursue cases for prosecution or hearing where applicable.

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

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Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) - Title 11, Section 703(d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring.  In accordance to DCA's (CORI) procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position.  Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program matters at all times.

Conflict of Interest Regulation:

This position is subject to Title 16, section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations, the Department of Consumer Affairs’ Conflict of Interest Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1st, and within 30 days of leaving office.

Medical Clearance:

The position requires Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Driver's License:

The position requires a valid driver's license (DL). Provide a photocopy in PDF format of the front and back of your DL, clearly showing your name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL number, class, and expiration.  

DMV Employer Pull Notice program:

The incumbent shall participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Employer Pull Notice Program, which is a process for providing the Department with a report showing the driver's current public record as recorded by the DMV, and any subsequent convictions, failures to appear, accidents, driver's license suspensions, driver's license revocations, or any other actions taken against the driving privilege or license, added to the driver's DMV record.

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: 10/19/2026

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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 Consumer Affairs

Office of Human Resources

Attn: Recruitment Technician JC-523155 WS

1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321

Sacramento , CA 95834

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Consumer Affairs

Office of Human Resources

Recruitment Technician JC-523155 WS

1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321

Sacramento , CA 95834

The drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays. 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM.

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 -

  A statement of qualifications is required for this position. Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement section for instructions.

  Cover Page is not required. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.

  Incomplete applications and applications received without the SOQ, or with an SOQ not properly formatted, will not be considered.

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.

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:
Laura Brann
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View email address on calcareers.ca.gov

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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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed and no more than two pages, single spaced, no smaller than 11 pt. font. Please refer to the “Desirable Qualifications” section when developing your responses. Your SOQ must be titled "Statement of Qualifications  - BRN Special Investigator" and contain the following questions and your responses. Please do not use AI when preparing your responses. The SOQ is intended to assess your individual writing and communication skills. You may be asked to discuss the content of your SOQ if selected for an interview.

1.  Describe your knowledge and experience related to administrative and/or criminal    investigations. Please include the approximate number of investigations conducted, type of investigations and the number of investigative reports you have completed. 

2.  Describe your investigative interview experience with the subject of a case. Specify the settings of the interview (in-person, virtual, and/or telephonic). 

3.  Describe your experience managing a high volume of complex cases. What size caseload were you responsible for? Explain the average length of time it took to complete the investigation.