California Department of Public Health
INVESTIGATOR, JC-502427
California Department of Public Health, Fresno, California, United States, 93650
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INVESTIGATOR, JC-502427
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California Department of Public Health
California Department of Public Health provided pay range This range is provided by California Department of Public Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well‑being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
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 risk.
Department Website:
https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Check out
How to Apply for a Job at CDPH
Benefit information can be found on the
CalHR
website and the
CalPERS
website.
The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year
New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.
Effective July 2025, California’s Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025) reduces employees’ base pay by 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits monthly through June 2027. The posted salary range does not reflect this reduction.
Job Description And Duties This classification is authorized to receive a starting salary rate of $6,974 under
Pay Scales Section 5.
The Investigator conducts extensive and complex investigations; initiates enforcement action to protect public health; provides educational outreach; participates in a team environment in planning, evaluation, and quality improvement; maintains technical proficiency; and works cooperatively with industry and government agencies.
This position is designated as peace officer per California Penal Code 830.3 (f) and (h). This position performs the full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their assignments, and must be in compliance with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (CA POST). During the course of their employment, they are required to carry a firearm and be proficient in its use. Further, must be knowledgeable in the area of use of force, demonstrating appropriate use as prescribed in department policy.
This classification consists of two alternate ranges; and as incumbent advances within the classification’s ranges, their law enforcement responsibilities are expected to be more complex and require broader knowledge and application of investigative techniques and procedures. More advanced incumbents will train and lead staff in the performance of field investigations and conduct the more complex criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations to detect or verify suspected violations of laws.
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Supervising Food and Drug Investigator (SFDI) in the Office of Youth Tobacco Enforcement (OYTE), Stop Tobacco Access to Kids Enforcement (STAKE) Unit – North, District 30 - Fresno.
Desirable Qualifications
Ability to work constructively with internal and external stakeholders.
Possess a valid and current POST certificate: Basic or Specialized Investigator Basic Certificate.
Experience in law enforcement and conducting investigations.
Eligibility Information If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position.
Please visit the
CalCareers/Exams
web page to review the
Investigator
exam bulletin.
Telework Information This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the
duty statement .
Final Filing Date:
1/13/2026
Job Code #:
JC-502427
Position #(s):
580-663-8610-909
Classification:
INVESTIGATOR
$6,339.00 - $8,558.00 A
$7,306.00 - $10,609.00 B
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.
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INVESTIGATOR, JC-502427
role at
California Department of Public Health
California Department of Public Health provided pay range This range is provided by California Department of Public Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well‑being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
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 risk.
Department Website:
https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Check out
How to Apply for a Job at CDPH
Benefit information can be found on the
CalHR
website and the
CalPERS
website.
The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year
New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.
Effective July 2025, California’s Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025) reduces employees’ base pay by 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits monthly through June 2027. The posted salary range does not reflect this reduction.
Job Description And Duties This classification is authorized to receive a starting salary rate of $6,974 under
Pay Scales Section 5.
The Investigator conducts extensive and complex investigations; initiates enforcement action to protect public health; provides educational outreach; participates in a team environment in planning, evaluation, and quality improvement; maintains technical proficiency; and works cooperatively with industry and government agencies.
This position is designated as peace officer per California Penal Code 830.3 (f) and (h). This position performs the full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their assignments, and must be in compliance with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (CA POST). During the course of their employment, they are required to carry a firearm and be proficient in its use. Further, must be knowledgeable in the area of use of force, demonstrating appropriate use as prescribed in department policy.
This classification consists of two alternate ranges; and as incumbent advances within the classification’s ranges, their law enforcement responsibilities are expected to be more complex and require broader knowledge and application of investigative techniques and procedures. More advanced incumbents will train and lead staff in the performance of field investigations and conduct the more complex criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations to detect or verify suspected violations of laws.
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Supervising Food and Drug Investigator (SFDI) in the Office of Youth Tobacco Enforcement (OYTE), Stop Tobacco Access to Kids Enforcement (STAKE) Unit – North, District 30 - Fresno.
Desirable Qualifications
Ability to work constructively with internal and external stakeholders.
Possess a valid and current POST certificate: Basic or Specialized Investigator Basic Certificate.
Experience in law enforcement and conducting investigations.
Eligibility Information If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position.
Please visit the
CalCareers/Exams
web page to review the
Investigator
exam bulletin.
Telework Information This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the
duty statement .
Final Filing Date:
1/13/2026
Job Code #:
JC-502427
Position #(s):
580-663-8610-909
Classification:
INVESTIGATOR
$6,339.00 - $8,558.00 A
$7,306.00 - $10,609.00 B
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.
#J-18808-Ljbffr