Supervising Special Investigator I

Job Description and Duties

Are you ready to combat recycling fraud, while also working with the best team around? Then you have come to the right place! This position provides an opportunity to work in a challenging and exciting work environment, the opportunity to travel, and flexible work hours.

Under direction of the Supervising Special Investigator II, the Supervising Special Investigator I (SSI I) provides direct supervision to a team of Special Investigators in the Beverage Container Recycling Program (BCRP) Investigations Field Office. The SSI I will manage a team responsible for conducting operational, compliance, and/or performance reviews and investigations of individuals or business entities subject to the California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Act (Act) and the California Code of Regulations Title 14, Division 2, Chapter 5 (Regulations).

This position may require up to 50% of travel per year within and/or outside the State of California and may include overnight stays. Working irregular hours may be required, including nights and holidays. It may also include weekend and unplanned assignments that will require an adjustment to the employees’ work schedule, including extended periods requiring overnight accommodation. Transportation methods such as driving a motor vehicle and travel via public transportation, including commercial airplane, train, rideshare and in the same vehicle as other staff. Fieldwork will be required in various regions of the state and out-of-state, where weather conditions and temperatures can vary. The SSI I must possess required documents to travel via commercial airplane (i.e. Real ID and/or US passport).

Incumbent does not have peace officer authority, nor do they perform peace officer responsibilities as defined in the pertinent Penal Code California Section 830 et. seq.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 2, § 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

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Working Conditions

As of July 1st, 2026, the position is office-centered, and employees will be expected to report to the office at least four days per week.  This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

Special Requirements

• When submitting application in hard copy, applicants are required to submit a standard state application (Form Std.678) with an original signature, and clearly indicate RPA 26-006 & Position #835-458-8549-001 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.

• If you would like to use education in conjunction with experience to satisfy the minimum qualifications, you must attach a copy of your degree and/or transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

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:

• Experience supervising and/or leading investigators in the performance of investigatory work to ensure complete, timely, and thorough investigations.
• Experience managing multiple cases or projects simultaneously.
• Experience conducting on-site investigations as needed at the highest level of complexity and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of evidence collection, interview techniques and case documentation standards.
• Experience communicating investigative findings to management, legal and law enforcement partners.
• Experience with the interpretation and application of laws and regulations to specific situations.
• Experience preparing reports that support administrative actions.
• Maintain an outstanding work ethic

Benefits

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

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.