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District Attorney Public Assistance Investigator (PAI)

District Attorney Public Assistance Investigator (PAI)

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Captain of Inspectors | Consumer, Environmental and Worker Protection Division

Filing Deadline: Continuous

Salary: $109,075.20 - $130,624.00 annually ($52.44 - $62.80/hour)

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Department: District Attorney

Work Location: Oakland, California

NOTE: Must possess a California Peace Officers Standards and Training Basic Certificate or Specialized Law Enforcement Basic Certificate.

INTRODUCTION

The Alameda County District Attorney's Office upholds Alameda County as a safe and livable community through the fair and effective administration of justice; compassionate and committed support of crime victims; innovative programs that provide opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration; and programs designed to enhance the lives of vulnerable populations, children, and youth for a bright, healthy future.

The DAs Office includes approximately 150 attorneys, 70 inspectors, 30 victim-witness advocates and claim specialists, supported by skilled professionals in administrative, finance, and communications. Serving a jurisdiction that spans over 800 square miles, the office operates out of nine locations throughout Alameda County.

We have numerous specialized divisions within the office:

Criminal Prosecution

Consumer, Environmental and Worker Protection

Public Assistance Fraud

Victim-Witness Assistance

Alameda County Family Justice Center

Child Abuse Listening, Interviewing and Coordination Center (CALICO)

CALICO at the Family Justice Center

C.A.R.E.S. Navigation System

DESCRIPTION

JOB DESCRIPTION

The District Attorneys Public Assistance Investigator is a fully sworn Peace Officer as defined in Section 830.35(a) of the California Penal Code and as such is required to carry a firearm and perform duties of a Peace Officer.

• Under the general supervision of an Inspector III, Public Assistance Investigator, conducts investigations relating to suspected fraudulent payments associated with In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) and suspected fraudulent receipt of or application for public assistance, in order to obtain and present facts and evidence to support administrative action and/or criminal prosecution, and performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The Public Assistance Investigator is a part of an investigative team and will collaborate with prosecutors, District Attorney (DA) Inspectors, staff from the Social Services Agency, Department of Child Support Services, and law enforcement.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

• Conducts investigations of persons suspected of fraudulently receiving payments associated with IHSS services and fraudulently applying and/or receiving for public assistance.
• Performs field work and/or home visits to include businesses, schools, or employers to obtain evidence of assets, income, household composition and/or residency.
• Locates and interviews persons suspected of public assistance fraud, absent parents, and/or potential witnesses.
• Examines, reviews, and evaluates a variety of records to secure information concerning suspected violations of public assistance laws; obtains search warrants for this purpose.
• Contacts and interviews individuals and representatives of various business and governmental agencies; develops and maintains contacts to obtain information concerning suspected violations of public assistance laws.
• Collects and assembles reports, statements or affidavits and other evidence for use in administrative and/or criminal actions.
• Completes detailed reports documenting investigations to support filing of complaint; prepares other appropriate reports, forms, and correspondence; maintains detailed case notes; documents and maintains chain of custody of all evidence.
• Confers with Deputy District Attorney(s) on trial strategy and presentation of evidence; appears in court to testify regarding investigative findings.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE

The equivalent of three (3) years full-time experience in criminal or civil investigative work that included locating and interviewing witnesses; collecting and preserving evidence; completing reports; obtaining search warrants; and testifying in court.

LICENSE

Possess a valid California Drivers License (with a clean driving record).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possess California Peace Officers Standards and Training Basic Certificate or Specialized Law Enforcement Basic Certificate.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• Candidates are not required to be a US citizen but must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
• A background investigation, psychological examination and medical examination will be conducted. A record of a felony conviction will result in disqualification.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent proficiency certificate required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must successfully pass a background investigation, psychological examination, and medical examination.
• Proficiency with firearms and ability to meet departmental qualification standards.
• Residency within 30 miles of either 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA or 5151 Gleason Drive, Dublin, CA.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Understand complexities of public assistance programs, laws, and regulations.
• Understand rules, and laws pertaining to civil and criminal fraud investigations.
• Obtain information through thorough interviews.
• Write clear, concise, and comprehensive reports.
• Communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
• Take detailed statements and affidavits and analyze data and draw valid conclusions.
• Thorough knowledge of rules of evidence and courtroom procedures.
• Work independently.
• Use logic in making decisions and have sound judgement.
• Prioritize work to meet various deadlines.
• Conduct multiple investigations and manage cases in various stages of progress.
• Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

BENEFITS

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discounts, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall wellbeing. These benefits include but are not limited to:

• Vision or Vision Reimbursement
• Share the Savings
• Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
• County Allowance Credit
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)
  

For your Work/Life Balance

• Vacation and sick leave accrual
• Catastrophic Sick Leave
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Employee Wellness Program (e.g., At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
• Employee Discount Program (e.g., theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
• *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

How to Apply

TO APPLY: Access the application by clicking here:

All completed applications should be emailed to Daisy Loza at daisy.loza@acgov.org

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