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Location

Sacramento County, CA | United States

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Job description

Job Description and Duties

This is a readvertisement.  If you previously applied for this position, your application is still under review and you do not need to resubmit your application.

The Secretary of State (SOS) seeks to fill a permanent, full-time Supervising Special Investigator II position. Under the general direction of the Chief Deputy Secretary of State and the Deputy Secretary of State, Operations, the incumbent is responsible for supervising and directing the work processes and program functions relating to the Secretary of State’s Investigations Unit. This is a Peace Officer classification [PC 830.3(o)] subject to Peace Officers Standards and Training [POST] requirements.

The incumbent is responsible for training, planning, organizing, and directing the work of a small to medium unit of staff which consists of analysts, support staff and investigators. The incumbent plans, organizes, assigns, and monitors unit work and case load, and supervises the performance of unit staff members. The incumbent directs, monitors, and reviews criminal election fraud investigations and cases. The incumbent reviews and determines which complaints require further investigation for possible criminal, civil, or administrative action; makes case assignments; and handles and monitors all high-profile cases, which include meeting with, advising, conferring, and making policy decisions with the Chief Deputy Secretary of State and the Deputy Secretary of State, Operations along with a collaborative and advisory relationship with the SOS Chief Counsel and SOS Deputy of the Office of Voting Systems Technology Assessment (OVSTA)/Help America Vote Act (HAVA). In addition, the incumbent may be required to participate in the most difficult, complex, and sensitive field investigations, prepare cases, and appear and/or testify in court or in administrative hearings, and the incumbent may personally conduct or provide close supervision over the more difficult criminal and administrative investigations. In the course of work, the incumbent works in conjunction with internal and external attorneys, the Attorney General and US Attorney and works closely with and secures the cooperation of federal, state, local law enforcement and governmental agencies on field operations and special assignments.

Desirable Qualifications: The most desirable candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of investigative procedures and experience leading or supervising others in the performance of investigatory work.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence and court procedure; principles of identification, preservation, and presentation of evidence; sources of information used in locating persons; and service of legal process.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including ability to review and edit written reports.
• Ability to maintain professional integrity, trustworthiness, and discretion concerning sensitive and high-profile matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with the public, law enforcement, election officials, and agency personnel at all levels.
• Excellent organizational techniques and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and be willing to learn.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of election administration is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite programs such as Excel and Word and familiarity with case management systems is recommended.

Statement of Qualifications: Applicant must submit a Statement of Qualifications detailing how he/she meets the “Desirable Qualifications” listed above. Applications received without a Statement of Qualifications will not be considered. The Statement should be no longer than two pages. Resumes are optional and may not be substituted for a Statement of Qualifications or a Standard State Application (STD. Form 678).

Applications will be considered according to the established cutoff periods of 03/15/24, 04/15/24, and candidates who are the most qualified will be invited to an interview. If a candidate for hire is identified during the first cut off period, candidates that file during the subsequent cut off period will not be considered.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

• 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.

Application Instructions

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: Until Filled

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.

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 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:

Secretary of State

Attn: Sean Purewal

1500 11th St - 4th Floor - Suite 475

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Secretary of State

Sean Purewal

1500 11th St - 4th Floor - Suite 475

Sacramento , CA 95814

Please drop off applications at the first floor lobby rotunda

08:00 AM - 05:00 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 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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please provide a statement of qualifications response by following the directions described above. 

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

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Sean Purewal
(916) 653-6974
[email protected]

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:
Ashley Boyer
(916) 653-6974
[email protected]

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.

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Salary

$9.01k - $12.32k