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State of California
INVESTIGATOR
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What they do
A Claims Investigator investigates and assesses insurance claims to verify the validity of insurance claims. Determines the level of liability and determines pay-out amounts. Prepares evaluation reports to document the evidence to be used in court.
$75,559 / year median in California
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Detective Department of Insurance
JC-527146
- Detective
INVESTIGATOR
$6,339.00- $10,609.
Final Filing Date:
8/18/2026Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and DutiesBACKGROUND CHECK, FINGERPRINTING, PSYCHOLOGICAL SCREENING, AND MEDICAL EXAMINATION ARE REQUIRED.
Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic Detective with recent experience in State service as a peace officer investigating auto, workers' compensation, property and casualty insurance fraud and ability to generate clear and concise correspondence and investigative reports. If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you! Under supervision of a Supervising Fraud Investigator I, Investigators are assigned law enforcement responsibilities of various complexity and volume commensurate with their background and training from entry level to highly complex duties and casework. Investigators conduct criminal investigations of felony violations of State and Federal law relating to insurance fraud and white-collar crime. Incumbents may work alone, with a team, or as a lead criminal investigator assigned to conduct investigations of criminal enterprises and profiteering and assist in the prosecution of cases involving these groups in both State and Federal courts; and conduct investigations involving a broad range of felony violations, both State and Federal judicial systems. Incumbents perform a full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their assignments in accordance with the California Penal Code, Section 830.3. This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700), which includes an Assuming Office filing within 30 days of appointment, annual filings, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of physical separation. Non-compliance with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may result in the voiding of appointment, financial penalties, or enforcement actions. Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 and related Pay Differential 386.PLP 2025
requires employees to receive a reduction in pay in exchange for monthly hours ofPLP 2025
leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. For more information, visit the CalHR Website (www.calhr.ca.gov). In addition to the regular salary, this classification is eligible for the following pay differentials:- Recruitment & Retention
- $200/month (For Investigators assigned to offices in the following counties: Los Angeles County, Santa Clara County, Solano County)
- Education
- select link for details
- Pay Differential 244
- Longevity
- select link for details
- Pay Differential 245 These positions may be filled as Limited Term/Full-Time if the candidate needs to complete the Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) requirements.
- Must be able to work in a law enforcement environment that includes the presence of firearms.
- Must qualify and carry a firearm.
- A valid California driver license is required.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors, depending on the situation in which investigator is involved, at any given time.
- There is a reasonable expectation of contact with dangerous suspects.
- Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and carrying is required.
- The incumbent must be able to work in a high-rise building.
- Some travel is required within and/or outside the state of California via private or public transportation.
INVESTIGATOR
Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:JC-527146
Position #(s): 413-686-8610-137 413-686-8610-139 413-686-8610-004Working Title:
DetectiveClassification:
INVESTIGATOR
$6,339.00- $8,558.00 A $7,306.00
- $10,609.
Positions:
MultipleWork Location:
Fresno CountyTelework:
HybridJob Type:
Permanent, Full Time Department Information The CDI is the consumer protection agency for the nation's largest insurance marketplace and safeguards all of the state's consumers by fairly regulating the insurance industry. With annual direct premiums of $340 billion, California is the largest insurance market in the United States and the fourth largest insurance market in the world. Nearly 1,400 dedicated employees work at CDI to oversee more than 1,400 insurance companies and license more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters, and business entities.ENFORCEMENT BRANCH
FRAUD DIVISION CENTRAL VALLEY REGIONAL OFFICE This recruitment is for theCENTRAL VALLEY
Regional Office located at: 5737 North Fresno Street Fresno, CA 93710Department Website:
http://www.insurance.ca.gov Special Requirements 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 attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview. Exam list eligibility- refer to exam link above.