Welfare Fraud Investigator I/II (Bilingual Spanish Required)

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Napa County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) is seeking for a Welfare Fraud Investigator I or Welfare Investigator II for the Self-Sufficiency Services Division. Under general supervision, the Welfare Fraud Investigator I conducts investigations relating to suspected fraudulent receipt of aid; obtains and presents facts and evidence to support administrative action or prosecution; negotiates for and secures repayment of fraudulently obtained funds; and performs related work as required. The Welfare Fraud Investigator II is the journey level in the Welfare Fraud Investigator series and independently performs the full scope of responsibility including the powers of a peace officer. Successful completion of the Specialized Investigators’ Basic Course (SIBC) approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within twelve months of appointment OR possession of a valid POST Basic Certificate. Note: A Welfare Fraud Investigator I may not exercise the powers of a peace officer without either successful completion of the SIBC or a valid Basic POST Certificate. Note: Incumbents hold peace officer powers pursuant to Section 830.35 of the California Penal Code, however, this is not considered an active law enforcement classification for such personnel administrative matters as retirement, industrial or workers’ compensation. To view the full job description, including the example of duties, click here: Welfare Fraud Investigator I or Welfare Fraud Investigator II. This position is bilingual Spanish and requires the ability to speak, read and write Spanish. Applicants who indicate bilingual skills in their application will be required to demonstrate proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in the language indicated. There is currently one regular full-time vacancy. This position will be filled as a Welfare Fraud Investigator I or Welfare Fraud Investigator II, depending on qualifications. The list established by this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra help vacancies up to one year. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreed Salary Increases and Winter Time Off: • 3.5% COLA increase effective 7/1/2026 • 32 hours of Winter Time Off • Bilingual Pay for level II: $180.00 biweekly POSITION REQUIREMENTS Experience and Education: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: WELFARE FRAUD INVESTIGATOR I ($47.80 - $57.03) Pattern A: Education: Possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Experience: Two (2) years of full-time experience determining eligibility for public assistance or performing responsible investigative work in a law enforcement agency. OR Pattern B: Education: Completion of 60 semester units from an accredited college including coursework in criminal justice, criminology, police science or related field. Experience: One (1) year of experience performing paraprofessional investigative work which included locating, observing, and interviewing suspected persons and witnesses, writing detailed reports of case findings, and preparing and presenting evidence. Note: An additional six (6) months of experience in paraprofessional investigative work may be substituted for the required education. License or Certificate*: • Possession of a valid California driver's License. • Successful completion of the Specialized Investigators’ Basic Course (SIBC) approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within twelve months of appointment OR possession of a valid POST Basic Certificate. Note: • A Welfare Fraud Investigator I may not exercise the powers of a peace officer without either successful completion of the SIBC or a valid Basic POST Certificate. • Incumbents hold peace officer powers pursuant to Section 830.35 of the California Penal Code, however, this is not considered an active law enforcement classification for such personnel administrative matters as retirement, industrial or workers’ compensation. WELFARE FRAUD INVESTIGATOR II ($51.45 - $61.61 hourly) Pattern A: Experience: One (1) year of full-time experience as a Welfare Fraud Investigator I or equivalent position within the past three (3) years. OR Pattern B: Education: Possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalency. Experience: Three (3) years of full-time professional experience performing investigative work which included locating, observing, and interviewing suspects and witnesses, writing detailed reports of case findings, and preparing and presenting evidence License or Certificate*: • Possession of a valid California driver's License. • Possession of a valid California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training Basic Certificate. • Any license, certification, registration, or appointment required for this position shall be maintained (i.e., active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Note: • Incumbents hold peace officer powers pursuant to Section 830.35 of the California Penal Code; however, this is not considered an active law enforcement classification for such personnel administrative matters as retirement, industrial or workers’ compensation. THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS 1. Applications will be accepted on-line until the current vacancy is filled. 2. Applications will be reviewed for verification of possession of one of the required licenses and supplemental questions reviewed as they are received until the current vacancy is filled. 3. The most qualified candidates from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview on a continuous basis until the current vacancy is filled. The most qualified candidates from the oral panel interview will be placed on the eligibility list for up to twelve months. Human Resources reserves the right to make changes, additions or deletions to the examination dates/processes. To view the full job description, including the example of duties, click here: Welfare Fraud Investigator I or Welfare Fraud Investigator II. BENEFITS Learn more about the benefits package for this position HERE. ADA ACCOMMODATION Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303. Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3102). Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply tot his job