Supervising Special Investigator - Department of Protective Services - MSH - at Depart

Job Description and Duties

This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review of applications: 1st and 15th of each month.

Metropolitan State Hospital is located in the City of Norwalk.

Metropolitan State Hospital is accepting applications for Supervising Special Investigator I, Permanent/Fulltime in the Department of Protective Services (DPS).

Under the supervision of the Hospital Police Chief, the Supervising Special Investigator I (SSI I) trains, plans, organizes and directs the work of Investigators and Special Investigators (Non-Peace Officer) in the investigation of suspected violations of provisions of laws, rules, or regulations; makes or directs the more difficult criminal investigations; advises departmental personnel in methods of fraud detection; files complaints, prepares cases, and appears in court or in administrative hearings;

works with and secures the cooperation of Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies; evaluates the performance of staff members, and takes appropriate action; assists the Hospital Police Chief as directed; reviews and evaluates reports; makes or participates in more difficult or confidential field investigations; and prepares reports and correspondence. The SSI I is also responsible for maintaining a secure and safe operation for the welfare of patients, staff, and the public.

Post Orders are available to review specific detailed job assignments and duties.

Applicants MUST meet POST Peace Officer Candidate Selection Standards, including California State Minimum Selection Standards and POST Minimum Selection Standards before appointment is made to the Supervising Special Investigator I classification. (See Desirable Qualifications section for more information)

To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM.

It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the announcement. Please carefully read the Minimum Qualifications for the position before taking the exam to ensure you are qualified for the position and have met all requirements.

The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please carefully read and follow the instructions for each process.

EXAM LINK :

*** Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey:

• 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 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.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) RBC or SIBC, PELLETB, or Basic Course Waiver Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to being hired.

Unless there is a specific request to be notified via USPS mail, our main contact will be via email. Email correspondence regarding this job posting will primarily come from  It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their email inbox, including junk/spam emails for any correspondence regarding their application status. In addition, applicants are encouraged to keep their Cal Careers profile updated with a current telephone number, mailing address, and email.

Employees applying for this position who wish to be considered on a transfer basis must meet the minimum qualifications and all transfer rules. You may also be required to provide additional documents, such as copies of your college transcripts during the screening process when applicable. Please provide proof of the highest paying class you were permanently appointed to from an eligible list.

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