Special Agent

Overview 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. Responsibilities Under the direction of a Special Agent Supervisor, the Special Agent will conduct criminal investigations involving allegations of fraud perpetrated against the California Medical Assistance Program (Medi‑Cal) by providers of medical and related services; patient abuse and neglect that occur in Medicaid certified facilities; and the diversion of pharmaceutical drugs by Medi‑Cal providers. Responsibilities include conducting criminal investigations, undercover operations, preparing written investigative reports, preparing and serving search warrants, gathering evidence (including computer hardware and data), maintaining investigative and protective equipment, using computer hardware and software for data analysis, coordinating investigations with other law enforcement agencies, working closely with prosecutors in preparing court cases, testifying in court, making arrests, and performing other duties as required. In accordance with Penal Code Section 13651, duties shall be conducted with an emphasis on community interaction and collaborative problem‑solving. Minimum Requirements Minimum requirements are detailed in the Class Specification. Desirable Qualifications Experience conducting complex fraud, tax, or health/quality of care investigations, violent crimes against persons, investigations of crime scenes, insurance fraud, and drug interdiction. Applicants should have excellent writing skills, experience in preparing and serving search warrants, and knowledge of the California Penal Code, Welfare and Institutions Code, Health and Safety Code, and Insurance Code. Must be able to exercise good judgment, be willing to work odd and unusual hours, and travel throughout the State of California. Competitive applicants should possess a POST‑Basic Certificate or POST SIBC Certificate. Benefit Information Benefit information can be accessed at Duty Statement Information about the job can be found in the Duty Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr