Job Description
California Department of Insurance provided pay range
This range is provided by California Department of Insurance. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
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 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.
Position Details
Job Code: JC-498134
Position #: 413-586-8610-014
Working Title: Detective
Classification: INVESTIGATOR
Salary: A $6,339.00 – $8,558.00
B $7,306.00 – $10,609.00
New state candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum of the alternate range when applicable.
Number of Positions: 1
Work Location: San Bernardino County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information:
The CIV is the consumer protection agency for the nation's largest insurance marketplace. With annual direct premiums of $340 billion, California is the largest insurance market in the United States and the fourth largest in the world. Nearly 1,400 dedicated employees oversee more than 1,400 insurance companies and license more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters, and business entities.
Location for this recruitment: 9674 Archibald Avenue, #100, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Department Website:
Job Description And Duties
Background check, fingerprinting, psychological screening, and medical examination are required. CDI is seeking a dynamic Detective with recent experience in State service as a peace officer investigating auto, workers’ compensation, property and casualty insurance fraud and ability to generate clear and concise correspondence and investigative reports.
Under the supervision of a Supervising Fraud Investigator I, investigators are assigned law enforcement responsibilities of varying complexity and volume commensurate with their background and training. They 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 criminal investigator assigned to investigate criminal enterprises and profiteering and assist in prosecution of cases in both State and Federal courts. Incumbents perform a full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in accordance with the California Penal Code, Section 830.3.
This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The appointee is required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700), which includes an Assuming Office filing within 30 days of appointment, annual filings, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of physical separation. Non‑compliance may result in the voiding of appointment, financial penalties, or enforcement actions.
Effective July 1 2025, employees are covered by the Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025) and related Pay Differential 386. Salaries referenced do not reflect PLP 2025 reductions. For more information, visit the CalHR website (
In addition to the regular salary, the classification is eligible for the following pay differentials:
Recruitment & Retention – $200/month (Investigators assigned to Los Angeles, Santa Clara or Solano counties)
Education – Pay Differential 244 (see link for details)
Longevity – Pay Differential 245 (see link for details)
These positions may be filled as Limited‑Term/Full‑Time if the candidate needs to complete the Post‑Officer Standards and Training (POST) requirements. Upon successful completion, the incumbent will be appointed to the Investigator position Permanent/Full‑Time. Candidates who have already met POST requirements through an academy will be appointed permanently upon hire.
Senior‑level, Employment type and Job function
Senior level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industry: Insurance
Special Requirements
Background investigation must be cleared prior to being hired.
Medical clearance prior to being hired.
Psychological evaluation clearance prior to being hired.
Required Application Package Documents
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or the electronic equivalent at calcareers.ca.gov).
Resume – optional.
Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire.
Degree and/or School Transcripts.
Statement of Qualifications.
POST Verification (if applicable).
Valid California driver license.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. The Final Filing Date is 12/1/2025.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specifications.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations when the interview is scheduled. Requests for accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
How to Apply
Submit your application and the necessary documents electronically through your CalCareer account at If you prefer to submit a hard copy, include a completed copy of the application package listed. Address for mailing applications:
Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Attn: Classification & Consultation Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages
Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Classification & Consultation Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Final Filing Date
12/1/2025
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Job Tags
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