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WELFARE FRAUD INVESTIGATOR II

The County of Santa Cruz is seeking a Welfare Fraud Investigator II.  Are you a seasoned investigator with experience in law enforcement? Are you a certified Peace Officer (POST)? If so, please keep reading!

Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com

Salary: $7,867 – 8,847 / Month

Closing Date: Continuous

Paid holidays, excellent benefits and CalPERS retirement! 

The County of Santa Cruz offers work-life balance with its generous benefits package which includes annual leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits!

THE JOB: Under direction, investigate cases of suspected welfare fraud and violations of the Public Assistance laws and regulations. Locate and interview witnesses and persons suspected of violations. Obtain and present facts and evidence to support administrative action or prosecution.

THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be:

One year of experience as a Welfare Fraud Investigator I at Santa Cruz County or equivalent.
OR
Possession of a high school diploma or GED Equivalency and three years of professional experience performing responsible investigative work in a law enforcement agency.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS:
License/Certificate: Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver License issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles during the course of employment. Successful completion of a Specialized Investigator’s Basic Course approved by POST (to meet Penal Code 832.25 requirements) within three years prior to appointment to the class OR possession of a valid Basic Peace Officer Certificate as awarded by POST OR successful completion of the regular basic course certified by POST within three years prior to appointment.