California Department of Insurance
California Department of Insurance Pay Range
This pay range is provided by the California Department of Insurance. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range 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 workplace. 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.
Position Details
Job Code: JC-495576
Position #(s): 413-686-8610-136, 413-686-8610-141, 413-686-8610-004
Working Title:
Detective
Classification: INVESTIGATOR
Salary A: $6,339.00 – $8,558.00
Salary B: $7,306.00 – $10,609.00
Minimum salary for new state candidates: minimum of classification or alternate range
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Fresno County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
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 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.
Central Valley Regional Office
Address: 5737 North Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93710
Department Website:
www.insurance.ca.gov
Job Description and Duties Background 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 case‑work. 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 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.
The 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) within 30 days of appointment, annually, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of separation.
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 of PLP 2025 leave credits.
Pay Differentials
Recruitment & Retention: $200/month (for investigators assigned to offices in Los Angeles, Santa Clara, Solano counties)
Education: Pay Differential 244
Longevity: 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. Upon successful completion, the incumbent will be appointed to the Investigator position permanent/full‑time. If the candidate has already met POST requirements through an academy, then he/she will be appointed permanent/full‑time upon hire.
Special Requirements
Background investigation clearance before hiring
Medical clearance before hiring
Psychological evaluation clearance before hiring
Required application documents: CalCareer Employment Application (STD 678), Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire, Transcripts, Statement of Qualifications, POST Verification (if applicable), valid California driver license.
Application Instructions All application packages must be submitted electronically through CalCareers (www.calcareers.ca.gov). Hard‑copy applications are accepted at the Department of Insurance, CDI Jobs Inquiries, Classification & Consultation Unit, Human Resources Management Division, 300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Final Filing Date 10/28/2025
Eligibility: Individuals who are 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.
Qualifications
Peace‑officer certification or equivalent law‑enforcement experience
Recent experience in state service as a peace officer investigating insurance fraud
Ability to author clear correspondence and investigative reports
Strong knowledge of insurance law and regulation
POST certification
NDOT or other relevant certifications (if applicable)
High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in criminal justice or related field preferred
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
Health, dental, and vision insurance options
Retirement savings plan
Uniforms and equipment provided
Ongoing training and professional development
California Department of Insurance is an equal opportunity employer. EEO Statement: All employees, contractors, patients, and applicants for any type of employment, employment benefits, training or service are eligible. For more information, visit the California EEO resource webpage referenced in the application packet.
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Base Pay Range 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 workplace. 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.
Position Details
Job Code: JC-495576
Position #(s): 413-686-8610-136, 413-686-8610-141, 413-686-8610-004
Working Title:
Detective
Classification: INVESTIGATOR
Salary A: $6,339.00 – $8,558.00
Salary B: $7,306.00 – $10,609.00
Minimum salary for new state candidates: minimum of classification or alternate range
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Fresno County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
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 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.
Central Valley Regional Office
Address: 5737 North Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93710
Department Website:
www.insurance.ca.gov
Job Description and Duties Background 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 case‑work. 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 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.
The 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) within 30 days of appointment, annually, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of separation.
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 of PLP 2025 leave credits.
Pay Differentials
Recruitment & Retention: $200/month (for investigators assigned to offices in Los Angeles, Santa Clara, Solano counties)
Education: Pay Differential 244
Longevity: 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. Upon successful completion, the incumbent will be appointed to the Investigator position permanent/full‑time. If the candidate has already met POST requirements through an academy, then he/she will be appointed permanent/full‑time upon hire.
Special Requirements
Background investigation clearance before hiring
Medical clearance before hiring
Psychological evaluation clearance before hiring
Required application documents: CalCareer Employment Application (STD 678), Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire, Transcripts, Statement of Qualifications, POST Verification (if applicable), valid California driver license.
Application Instructions All application packages must be submitted electronically through CalCareers (www.calcareers.ca.gov). Hard‑copy applications are accepted at the Department of Insurance, CDI Jobs Inquiries, Classification & Consultation Unit, Human Resources Management Division, 300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Final Filing Date 10/28/2025
Eligibility: Individuals who are 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.
Qualifications
Peace‑officer certification or equivalent law‑enforcement experience
Recent experience in state service as a peace officer investigating insurance fraud
Ability to author clear correspondence and investigative reports
Strong knowledge of insurance law and regulation
POST certification
NDOT or other relevant certifications (if applicable)
High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in criminal justice or related field preferred
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
Health, dental, and vision insurance options
Retirement savings plan
Uniforms and equipment provided
Ongoing training and professional development
California Department of Insurance is an equal opportunity employer. EEO Statement: All employees, contractors, patients, and applicants for any type of employment, employment benefits, training or service are eligible. For more information, visit the California EEO resource webpage referenced in the application packet.
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