Investigator at Department of Social Services San Mateo County, CA

Job Description and Duties Background check, fingerprinting, psychological screening and medical examination approval are required. This is a Peace Officer classification [PC 830.3(h)] subject to POST requirements. The Department is looking to fill this position with an applicant that is already POST Certified but may consider applicants that are not POST Certified. The successful applicant will be required to complete POST training within the first year of appointment, if not completed prior to employment. Under the direction of the Supervising Special Investigator I, the Investigator will independently conduct the most sensitive, complex, and diverse investigations, which may include sexual and physical abuse, questionable/wrongful death, unlicensed facility operations, registered sex offenders presence in community care facilities and unlicensed facility operations involving injunctions, employment backgrounds, and internal affairs. Duties include conducting interviews of subjects, witnesses and victims. The Investigator must be organized and able to utilize law enforcement databases and obtain large numbers of police, court and analytical reports. They will work closely with local, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies and work in a joint taskforce setting. The Investigator must perform a full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities and have a valid driver's license to work a large area that can involve travel to many areas of the state. Working Conditions This position is eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the Governor’s and at the sole discretion of the Department of Social Services under California Government Code Section 14200. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be re‑evaluated at any time. The incumbent will be expected to report for in‑office work and attend work‑related in‑person events as deemed operationally necessary. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the CDSS policies. Headquarter location may be designated on the selected candidate's primary residence location, and/or the closest CDSS location in accordance with operational need and available space. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Regular commute is not compensable. Special Requirements Background investigation must be cleared prior to being hired. Medical clearance prior to being hired. Psychological evaluation clearance prior to being hired. This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. Required Application Package Documents Application Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) POST Certificate/Profile (if applicable) Desirable Qualifications The Investigator must possess knowledge of investigative techniques, operational procedures and personnel practices. The Investigator will be responsible for completing monthly statistical, travel and personnel reports. The Investigator will work under the direction of a Supervising Special Investigator I and may be required to act in his/her absence. Benefits Transportation Reimbursement: Public transit (mass transit) passes: 100% discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS. 100% reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS. Vanpool drivers and riders: 100% reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS. Benefit information can be found on the website. Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 – salaries do not reflect reductions from the Personal Leave Program. Please see the applicable information for additional details on the length and percentage of reductions. Application Instructions Describe the training and work experience that has prepared you to perform the responsibilities of this position. Provide specific examples of your experience in managing these types of activities, the level of complexity and sensitivity involved, and practices that you have used and would continue to employ to be successful. Do you use Microsoft products or services? If so, what is your level of experience for each? Confidential Information Notice Do not include any confidential information on any documents (e.g., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes but is not limited to: social security number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission. #J-18808-Ljbffr