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Fraud Investigator I

Fraud Investigator I

Sacramento, CA

Final Filing Date: July 3, 2024

Who are we?

We are the independent oversight arm of the California State Legislature and the custodians of California’s Whistleblower Hotline. Our mission is to provide objective evaluations and effective solutions that enhance the transparency, accountability, and performance of California government for the people it serves. We are trusted to produce unbiased, nonpartisan reports that provide recommendations to solve some of our state’s toughest problems.

At the California State Auditor’s Office, we believe that our mission to enhance the transparency, accountability, and performance of government also improves the lives of Californians. The many people helping us achieve this mission are the backbone and heart of our organization. We aspire to create a workplace that celebrates their incredible contributions and talents, and embraces their unique perspectives, identities, and values. We seek to develop an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and inspired in their commitment to public service.

Why should you join us?

  • We invite you to use your experience to create positive change in government, and to help our team make a difference for generations of Californians.
  • You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to think on your feet while using discretion and good judgment.
  • You have a strong work ethic and thrive when working under pressure.
  • We provide you with a starting annual salary range of $85,164– $114,384 and annual merit-based salary increases.

What will you do?

As a Fraud Investigator I, you are responsible for performing a wide variety of investigations involving allegations of improper governmental activities. To determine whether public funds were utilized properly, you will gather evidence, draw defensible conclusions, make recommendations about the investigative strategy, and write reports based on the results of the investigation. Additionally, you will interview witnesses and evaluate conflicting witness statements to distinguish truth from falsehood. Depending on the egregiousness of the improper activity and information uncovered, you are responsible for providing information to law enforcement or other entities regarding the investigation and associated findings. Specifically you will:

Who are you?

  • You can follow our core values of integrity, commitment, and leadership.
  • You have strong analytical and research skills with demonstrated ability to evaluate complex issues.
  • You have the ability to write clearly and concisely, as well as communicate verbally and listen effectively with a variety of individuals.
  • You have strong interviewing skills, including the ability to elicit information from persons who are angry, frightened, or defensive.
  • You have proven ability to work well as a member of a small team or independently, depending on the assignment.
  • You have experience completing multiple assignments simultaneously.
  • You have knowledge of investigative terms and methodologies.
  • You have knowledge of the California Whistleblower Protection Act and the structure of state government.
  • You are willing to travel to various work locations throughout California and work long and irregular hours to complete work activities.

How do I join?

The California State Auditor is part of the merit-based California civil service selection system. To complete this process, you must do the following:

1

Take the Promotional Exam

If you satisfy any of these eligibility requirements:

  • Current employee with the office or former employee who transferred to another state agency without a break in service
  • Current or former employee with the Legislature
  • Former non-elected exempt employee with the Executive Branch
  • Retired or honorably discharged from the United States military

If you are a current state employee with transfer eligibility, you can skip step one and proceed to step two.

If you are not a state employee, or your state classification is not eligible to transfer, you must meet one of the other eligibility requirement(s) listed above to take the promotional exam to be considered for the position. Questions about eligibility can be directed to HR@auditor.ca.com.

Start the Exam

2

Submit an Application

Submit a completed State of California job application (STD. 678) and a copy of your resume.

Start the Application

3

Submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

Submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) responding to the two questions below using specific examples of your education, training, and experience. Your responses will help us determine who to interview for the position. Create a document using a word processing application such as Microsoft Word, and limit your response to two pages. We may not consider applications that do not include responses to the questions.

  1. Describe and share an example of a time you had to gather information from multiple sources. What information did you gather?  How did you determine which information was relevant? What was the outcome?
  2. Describe why you believe you would be a good fit for the Fraud Investigator I position.
Start the Statement

Apply Online

You can submit your complete application package via your CalCareer account.

Start the Application

Apply by Mail

California State Auditor
Human Resources Office
621 Capitol Mall, Suite 1200
Sacramento, California 95814

The Fine Print

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position. Additional hires may be made from this bulletin if positions become available.

This position is eligible for participation in the office’s hybrid telework program. Work at the alternate work location must be in California and conducted in a space that is ergonomically sound, private, distraction-free, and has safe working conditions to be eligible to telework.

Any applicant receiving a conditional job offer will be subject to a background check, fingerprinting, and an inquiry to the California Department of Justice to disclose criminal records prior to appointment. State Auditor’s Office employees are excluded from collective bargaining. 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 state workplace. 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. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The California State Auditor’s Office is not an E-Verify employer.

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