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Job Description and Duties * This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Are you interested in a challenging opportunity to make a difference in underrepresented communities? The DTSC's Office of Criminal Investigations is hiring. Become part of a specialized team of Sworn Peace Officers dedicated to investigate the most egregious environmental violations for the protection of human health and the environment. Join us in making a difference. Apply today! Under the general supervision of the Supervising Criminal Investigator I, the Investigator in the Office of Criminal Investigations (OCI) is a Sworn Peace Officer and is primarily responsible for the investigative duties involved in enforcement of California’s Hazardous Waste Law. The Range A Investigator handles the less difficult cases under close supervision of the Supervising Criminal Investigator I;  the Range B Investigator may handle cases of average complexity under supervision and with more experience, the most complex cases under supervision, independently or as a team leader. Duties Include but not limited to: Investigates violations of the California Hazardous Waste Control Law by responding to complaints, tips and other information to OCI that alleges illegal hazardous waste activities in the state Plan and determine the best investigatory methods; collect hazardous waste samples, document evidence, and submit to laboratory for laboaratory analysis for potential use in criminal case referral Incumbent may conduct undercover surveillance that may require travel throughout the state and paid overtime Write and execute search warrants; serve subpoenas, and make arrests. Plan, organize and conduct effective law enforcement operational briefings Draft concise official investigatory reports that can be submitted for legal prosecution Be able to testify in court and administrative hearings about case findings  Desirable Qualifications We Look For: Bilingual Spanish preferred, but not required. Must pass Spanish Fluency Examination POST Certification preferred Applications are scheduled to be reviewed on the following cut-off dates: The 1st and 15th of every month. Applications received after a cut-off date will be processed for the next cut-off date. 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 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 position has been reposted. If you have previously applied for JC-451899 your application will NOT be considered. Therefore, you must apply to the JC-481993 to be considered. 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 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. 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: Department of Toxic Substances Control Headquarters Attn: Talent Acquisition P.O. Box 806 Sacramento , CA 95812-0806 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Toxic Substances Control Headquarters Talent Acquisition P.O. Box 806 Sacramento , CA 95812-0806 Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date. 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required. Other - Please fill out and attach the DTSC Pre-Employment Questionnaire 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 application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position. Department Website: Human Resources Contact: Talent Acquisition (279) 895-5249 Talent@dtsc.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact: Kennidi Beatie (916) 445-2964 Kennidi.Beatie@dtsc.ca.gov 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: EEO Office (916) 324-3095 OCR@dtsc.ca.gov 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. Additional Application Instructions For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account,  please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date. For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include JC# 481993  and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).

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