Salary: $139,097.40 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number:
Department: District Attorney
Division: Central & Branch Ops
Opening Date: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 8/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary
District Attorney Investigators perform a wide variety of investigations of alleged or suspected violations of criminal and civil laws. Incumbents are sworn peace officers with law enforcement duties. District Attorney Investigator II is the first working-level class of the series. Under general supervision, incumbents perform progressively more responsible criminal and civil investigations.

For more information on this job description, please visit the District Attorney Investigator II job classification page.

Hiring Timeline & Dates

The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.

• Job Offer and Background Process begins shortly after the interviews conclude.
• Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
• Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications

1. Possession of a valid and current California Regular Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate* at the time of application; AND
2. One (1) year of experience as a District Attorney Investigator I with the County of San Diego; OR
3. Three (3) years of recent experience as a peace officer working for a Federal, State or local law enforcement agency, one (1) year of which must have been conducting full-time, comprehensive, and complex criminal investigations.

NOTE:

1. No level of California POST Specialized Certificate can be substituted for the California POST Basic Certificate.
2. Recent work experience is defined as work experience within the past five (5) years.

*District Attorney Investigator II can earn a premium, in addition to the annual base salary, for valid advanced California P.O.S.T certifications.

Blind Applicant Screening

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Peace Officer Provisions

1. Positions in this classification are Peace Officers as defined in Section 830 of the California Penal Code, and must meet employment guidelines and standards established by the Commission for Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST); the provisions of Sections 1029 and 1031 of the California Government Code; and the Standards and Training for Corrections (STC), Selection and Training Standards, as contained in Title 15, Sections 100 - 358, California Code of Regulations. Applicants must be 21 years of age by the time of appointment.
2. Appointees enter the County Retirement System as a Safety Member and are not covered under Social Security.
3. Appointees are "Peace Officers" as defined in Section 830.1of the California Penal Code for the purpose of carrying out the duties of their employment, and as such will be required to qualify and carry an office issued, or office approved, firearm and other office approved safety equipment.

Condition of Employment

As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Background Investigation

Must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, severity, and recency. Prior to appointment, candidates will be subject to a background investigation.
Evaluation Process

The names of qualified applicants will be placed on an employment list for six (6) months based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental applications. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
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Click here to see the District Attorney Investigator Benefits Summary (DAI)
01

Before completing the Supplemental Questionnaire, read the job summary and requirements. If you do NOT meet these requirements please do NOT apply, your application will not be accepted.
Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. Your responses may be used to determine your overall score. Please note that if you are invited to a selection interview(s) by a department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. Do you understand this information?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience as a District Attorney Investigator I with the County of San Diego?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess at least three (3) years of recent experience as a peace officer working for a Federal, State, or local law enforcement agency, one (1) year of which has been conducting full-time, comprehensive and complex criminal investigations? Recent experience is defined as work experience within the past five years.

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered "Yes" to question #3, please provide the following:
1. Name of Employer2. Job title3. Date(s) of employment4. Brief description of your experience
If not applicable, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
05

What level P.O.S.T.certificate do you possess? (Check all that apply)
For consideration, you must attach a copy of your certificate(s).

• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• Supervisory/Management
• I do not possess any of the listed P.O.S.T. certificates.

06

Do you have experience in an assignment that is primarily investigative in nature?

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered "Yes" to question #6, please indicate the total number of years of experience you have in an assignment that is primarily investigative in nature?

• 0 to 1 year
• More than 1 year, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

08

Briefly describe your experience in an assignment that was primarily investigative in nature.
Please include:
1. Name of the agency2. Type of agency3. Job title 4. Years of experience in each assignment5. Brief, but detailed explanation of the investigative duties performed
If not applicable, please enter "N/A" in the field below.
09

How many cases have you handled as the primary investigating agent while in an investigative assignment?

• None
• 1 to 20
• 21 to 50
• 51 or more cases

10

Identify the number of search warrant or arrest warrant affidavits you have personally prepared in the last 5 years.

• None
• 1 to 5 affidavits
• 6 to 10 affidavits
• 11 or more affidavits

11

Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?

• San Diego County website
• Governmentjobs.com
• Veteran Outreach / FFSC
• Mana de San Diego
• Family, Neighbors, Friends
• County Employee Resources Group
• College/University Career Site
• LinkedIn
• County Social Media
• Voice and Viewpoint
• POST
• CDAIA.org
• PORAC
• Other

12

If you answered "Other" to question #18, please indicate in the field below how you first heard about this job opportunity? If not applicable, please enter "N/A" in the field below.
Required Question