Job Description

Overview The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a Detective for the San Diego Regional Office. Working title: Detective. Classification: Investigator. Telework: Hybrid. Work location: San Diego County. This recruitment is for the San Diego Regional Office located at 10021 Willow Creek Road, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92131. The CDI is the consumer protection agency for California’s insurance marketplace, overseeing more than 1,400 insurance companies and licensing more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters, and business entities. Salary information is provided by the California Department of Insurance. The base pay range below is subject to change and may be adjusted by applicable pay differentials and leave programs. Base pay range

$6,339.00 - $8,558.00 A

$7,306.00 - $10,609.00 B

New to state candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum of the alternate range when applicable. Responsibilities Investigators conduct criminal investigations of felony violations of State and Federal law relating to insurance fraud and white-collar crime. Incumbents may work alone, with a team, or as a lead investigator assigned to conduct investigations of criminal enterprises and profiteering, and assist in prosecuting cases in State and Federal courts. Duties include conducting investigations involving a broad range of felony violations and performing peace officer duties in accordance with the California Penal Code, Section 830.3. Qualifications Experience in State service as a peace officer investigating auto, workers’ compensation, property and casualty insurance fraud. Ability to generate clear and concise correspondence and investigative reports. Under supervision of a Supervising Fraud Investigator I, ability to perform duties commensurate with background and training from entry level to highly complex casework. New to state service? Learn how to apply here. Background investigation and medical/psychological clearances may be required as part of the hiring process. Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation to be cleared prior to hiring. The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to hiring. The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to hiring. Please attach all required documents to verify you meet the minimum qualifications (e.g., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If documents are missing, your application may be incomplete and not considered for an interview. Application instructions, required documents, and deadlines: Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Final Filing Date: 10/8/2025. How to Apply Complete Application Packages (STD 678 or electronic CalCareers application) and applicable documents. Applications may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer account at If submitting a hard copy, follow the addresses and methods listed in the posting. Reasonable accommodations for the hiring process can be requested during scheduling. Questions regarding accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed in the posting. Additional Information CRIMINAL RECORD SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE (CRSQ) IS REQUIRED. Access the CRSQ form via the posting. This position may be filled as Limited Term/Full-Time to allow POST requirements; after successful completion, appointment may be Permanent/Full-Time. If POST requirements are already met, appointment may be Permanent/Full-Time upon hire. The position includes pay differentials (e.g., Education, Longevity) and is eligible for the CalHR Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). #J-18808-Ljbffr California Department of Insurance

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Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work,

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