INVESTIGATOR JC-530003

Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by promoting health and wellness and improving state health outcomes by advancing protective measures and reducing risks. The Investigator is responsible for conducting thorough and complex investigations, initiating enforcement actions to safeguard public health, delivering educational outreach, collaborating within a team environment for planning, evaluation and quality improvement, maintaining technical expertise, and working cooperatively with industry partners and government agencies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid California Driver’s License
• California Peace Officer’s Certification (CA POST)
• Knowledge of California Penal Code 830.3 (f) and (h)
• Ability to perform the full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities
• Proficiency in carrying and using a firearm
• Knowledge of the use of force and appropriate application as prescribed in department policy

Benefits

The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction due to the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Pay

The starting salary rate for this classification is $6,974.00 per month under Pay Scales Section 5. In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

Schedule

Details about the schedule for this position are not provided in the given job posting.

Contact Information

To find out how you heard about this position, please take this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment

For additional information about the job, please refer to the Duty Statement.

Final Filing Date

The final filing date for this position is September 10, 2026.