Welfare Fraud Investigator II

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 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

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.

Closing Date: Friday, March 28, 2025