Job Description

Department of Justice

JC-515380

Special Agent-in-Charge Special Skills
SPECIAL AGENT-IN-CHARGE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

$12,430.00 - $16,279.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 5/8/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

By Mail

Drop-off

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Division of Law Enforcement (DLE), Assistant Chief, the Special Agent-in-Charge (SAC) is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the activities of the programs within the Professional Standards and Compliance Section, including: the Professional Standards Group (PSG), the Background Investigations Unit (BIU), Peer Support Program, and the Advanced Training Center (ATC). The incumbent will oversee sensitive and complex internal affairs investigations, criminal investigations, discrimination complaint allegations, sexual harassment allegations, and reports results to both division management and the Department’s Equal Employment Rights and Resolution Office. In addition, the incumbent will testify at State Personnel Board hearings. This position is also responsible for establishing policies and maintaining oversight of departmental employment background investigations and for ensuring compliance with current Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) background investigation requirements.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-515380

Position #(s):

419-518-8523-001

Working Title:

Special Agent-in-Charge Special Skills

Classification:

SPECIAL AGENT-IN-CHARGE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

$12,430.00 - $16,279.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

Day

Work Week:

Monday - Friday

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Office of the Chief, Professional Standards and Compliance Section.

• 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.

• For more information about the Department please visit the Attorney General’s website

• Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR .

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.

Candidates must have an active California POST Basic or Specialized Basic Certificate which meets Penal Codes 830.1, 830.2 or 830.3 in order to be considered. A copy of current POST profile must be provided.

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: 5/8/2026

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 Justice

DLE-Violetta Santillano

Attn: Violetta Santillano

Department of Justice/DLE - OC – Personnel Services Unit

1300 I Street, Suite 1140

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Justice

DLE-Violetta Santillano

Violetta Santillano

Department of Justice/DLE - OC – Personnel Services Unit

1300 I Street, Suite 1140

Sacramento, CA 95814

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.
• Other - A copy of your active California POST Basic or Specialized Basic Certificate which meets Penal Codes 830.1, 830.2 or 830.3 . Failure to provide may disqualify you from the hiring process.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion of how your education, training,experience, and skills qualifies you for the position. Failure to follow instructions or respond to the SOQ in its entirety may result in disqualification. The SOQ response must be no more than one (1) page in length, single spaced, and must address the following:
  
  
  • Describe how your education, training, and experience have prepared you to manage complex investigations in a manner that ensures they are thorough, impartial, and compliant with applicable policies while upholding organizational integrity and public trust. In your response, explain how you would navigate internal pressures, manage communication with stakeholders, and oversee the preparation of clear, accurate final reports.

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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Prior experience in a supervisory position. Knowledge of criminal, administrative, and background investigation processes, knowledge of the different divisions of the Department of Justice and services provided by each. Excellent personnel management skills; ability to communicate effectively with internal department stakeholders, and the public (both orally and in writing), and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Violetta Santillano
(916) 210-6410
Violetta.Santillano@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 Filing Information

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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Remote work, Monday to Friday, Shift work

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