Investigative Auditor IV Supervisor

Under the direction of the Senior Assistant Attorney General, the Investigative Auditor IV Supervisor in the Cybercrime Section supervises auditors experienced in the discipline of forensic accounting, unauthorized intrusions, internet fraud, scams, or confidence schemes committed by means of electronic media, money laundering via cryptocurrency or electronic transfer, cryptocurrency blockchain tracing, organized retail crimes involving significant digital evidence, cyberstalking, and cyber-extortion or cyber-exploitation. Auditors in the section often work independently during criminal investigations in major, multi-jurisdictional, complex cases, typically involving various forms of financial fraud, cyber-related crimes, and the underground economy. Auditors review evidence in criminal cases, input financial data, interview witnesses, prepare reports, spreadsheets, and summaries, advise prosecutors and investigators on technical accounting matters, draft search warrants for financial records and other third-party data, and assist in the preparation of search warrants, court orders, and subpoenas for criminal prosecution, asset forfeiture, and restitution purposes. Auditors work in vertical prosecution teams within the DOJ, as well as with local, state, and federal law enforcement, and interagency task forces, and must be qualified and prepared to testify in both criminal trials and grand jury proceedings. In addition to directing the work of investigative auditors, the Investigative Auditor IV Supervisor is expected to perform the most difficult, large-scale, sensitive, and controversial audits in the section. Statewide travel required.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Salary

• $7,530 - $9,823/month

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INVESTIGATIVE AUDITOR IV (SUPERVISOR) DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Applicants should have the ability and desire to perform audit work in difficult and complex matters with advanced electronic data processing skills; work efficiently and pleasantly under severe time pressures; prepare financial analysis for use in court, including creative, accurate, and comprehensible presentations; and manage and organize large quantities of financial records and integrate them for final analysis. Knowledge of fraudulent schemes, especially related to the sale and distribution of cryptocurrency, cyber-related extortion, cyber-related exploitation, business organization structures, digital evidence in relation to organized crime, and electronic transfer; applicable laws, regulations, and criminal provisions; general and specialized accounting and auditing principles and procedures. Professional qualifications, such as the Certified Fraud Examiner designation.

Other Information

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Criminal Law, Cybercrime Section in Sacramento.

• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
  

• Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary for the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations

• For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR

Special Requirements

A fingerprint check will be required.

Clearly indicate the Job Control (JC-514216) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Applying" section

Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required prior to appointment.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 5/27/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How to Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Justice
Ryan Harrington
Attn: Ryan Harrington (JC-514216)
1300 I Street, 10th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Justice
Ryan Harrington
Ryan Harrington (JC-514216)
1300 I Street, 10th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. To be considered for this position, applicants must submit an SOQ along with their application. The SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. In your SOQ please address the following question:

  1. Please describe your interest in this position and how your qualifications, experience, and skills make you a strong candidate.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Ryan Harrington
(916) 210-6494
crimpersonnel@doj.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.