What are the responsibilities and job description for the SPECIAL AGENT-IN-CHARGE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE position at Department of Justice?
Under the general supervision of the Assistant Bureau Director, the Special Agent-in-Charge is assigned as the management level agent responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the California Police Shooting Investigative Team (CaPSIT) Program. Liaison with various departmental and other state, local, and federal entities relative to the administrative and operational functions of the Bureau of Investigation, CaPSIT Program.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- SPECIAL AGENT-IN-CHARGE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
- This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Investigation, Sacramento Regional Office.
- Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
- Pending Budget Approval
- For more information about the Department please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov.
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
- 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.
- Please do not include additional documents other than those listed in the "Required Application Package Documents" section.
- Candidates must have a current California POST Basic which meets Penal code 8310.1, 830.2, 830.3 or Specialized Certificate in order to be considered.
- Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
- Those who possess POST Management Certificate shall be eligible to receive an additional 5% of base pay per month upon satisfactory performance and approval of the Department of Justice.
- Those who possess a POST Command College or FBI Academy Certificate shall be eligible to receive an additional 6% of base pay per month upon satisfactory performance and approval of the Department.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 5/5/2025Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 - The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as a documentation of your ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing, should be typed, and no more than one page in length. Failure to address the specific SOQ prompt below may result in disqualification.
- Please describe your experience working on an investigation where you took the lead. Explain your role, the challenges, and the outcome of the assignment. Provide specific examples.
Desirable Qualifications
- Extensive law enforcement management and leadership experience in a variety of assignments which reflect diverse investigative skills, human resource assets, with established law enforcement contacts at the local, state and federal levels in the law enforcement community throughout the state
- Excellent written, oral communication, analytical and research skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain professional and courteous working relationships with all levels of staff
- Ability to foster positive working relationships with internal/external contacts
- Ability to successfully lead and supervise a group of individuals
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member; carry out prescribed tasks with minimal supervision;
- Ability to be a self-starter, flexible, and have a positive attitude
- Possess integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; and good attendance
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Ronika Vikash
(916) 210-6350
ronika.vikash@doj.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 Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.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 Information on Application Filing
Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.
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 work place. 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.
