Job Description and Duties This position is located at the Los Angeles Investigations Office in Los Angeles. This is a Peace Officer position subject to P.O.S.T. requirements. Performing in a law enforcement capacity, the incumbent; conducts highly confidential and complex criminal investigations pertaining to internal security, employee misconduct, document integrity, public funds, burglary of offices, tampering with official records and systems, and other special cases of a criminal nature; participates as a DMV law enforcement representative in multi-agency criminal investigations, and assignments involving Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigations, Department of Homeland Security, and other law enforcement or allied agencies; provides direct criminal investigative testimony, witness, advisory and services to State and Federal courts, other law enforcement or allied agencies, and DMV legal staff; performs a full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their assignments in accordance with the California Penal Code, section 830.3 such as effecting and assisting in arrests of criminal suspects, issuing misdemeanor and registration violation citations, serves and assists in search warrants; and performs other duties as required. Applicants must pass a background investigation, and psychological and medical examinations in accordance with any State hiring restriction prior to hire. If you are interested in this position, you must submit to the address indicated below, the following: * Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678) * Pre-Employment Behavioral Standards Letter located at http://bit.ly/29SMlpM * College transcripts if using education as a means to meet the minimum qualifications You will not be considered for this position if you fail to submit all required documents; see Required Application Package Documents below. For information on this position, please call the Hiring Unit Contact listed below. This position will be filled as one year Limited-Term, Full Time if the selected candidate needs to complete the Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) requirements. Upon successful completion, the incumbent will be appointed as Permanent, Full Time. If the selected candidate has already met POST requirements through a basic academy, then they will be appointed Permanent, Full Time upon hire. Salary will be commensurate with experience. All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply. The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position. To be considered for this job vacancy, applicants must indicate the Job Control/Code (JC) number and position number(s) in the "EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING" box of the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), and submit all items listed under Required Application Documents below by the Final Filing Date. Employment history information must be submitted on the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678); attaching a resume shall not be sufficient for the purposes of providing employment history. Failure to indicate required information on the STD. 678 or submit all items by the Final Filing Date may result in elimination from the recruitment process. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. * INVESTIGATOR Additional Documents * Job Application Package Checklist * Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-448930 Position #(s): 525-339-8610-023 Working Title: Investigator Classification: INVESTIGATOR $6,215.00 - $10,401.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Los Angeles County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Shift: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work Week: Monday through Friday Department Information The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a recognized leader in public service and has existed for over 100 years. The DMV is responsible for registering approximately 36 million vehicles in California, and serving 30 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $11 billion in annual revenue. The DMV also maintains and oversees many other functions. The DMV provides quality licensing and motor vehicle-related services in its field offices located throughout California and online at www.dmv.ca.gov Special Requirements * The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. * 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. * This is a sensitive position and may be subject to substance testing. Using the online application system as specified in this announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Advertisement may be used for subsequent vacancies within 180 days. Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), photograph, basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, gender, marital status, ethnicity, and age. Confidential information on STD. 678s submitted electronically online, such as SSN, will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of the Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies. * Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635) 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: 9/20/2024 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Motor Vehicles Attn: JC-448930 2415 First Avenue, MS E678 Sacramento, CA 95818 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Motor Vehicles JC-448930 2415 First Avenue, MS E678 Sacramento, CA 95818 Place in the "MS E678 Drop Box" located at the 1st Floor Lobby. 09:00 AM - 04:00 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required. * Other - The Pre-Employment Behavioral Standards Letter (https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/file/inv251-pdf/) as indicated by the job posting. 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 The Department of Motor Vehicles and the State of California offer many benefits to its employees. These include health, vision, and dental benefits; retirement plans (CalPERS); savings plans (401K and 457b); leave benefits; insurance (such as group legal insurance and group long term disability insurance); and employee assistance program. Benefits may be based on the job classification, bargaining unit, tenure, time base, and length of appointment. Click on each web link below for more information. * Benefits summary - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx * Benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx (click on "CalPERS") * Benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx * Job descriptions and pay scales - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Hiring Unit Contact: Eduardo Castellon (213) 463-8891 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: Office of Civil Rights and Resolution (916) 657-7553 California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Job Application Package Checklist Contrary to the "How To Apply" and "Alternate Application Process" sections of this job posting, the Job Application Package Checklist is not required. However, applicants must submit all Required Application Documents identified under the "Application Instructions" section by 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.