Investigative Assistant

Under general supervision, the Investigative Assistant assists in and performs technical and investigative work associated with criminal cases and civil matters.

Minimum Qualifications   

Either: 1. One year full time experience in Sacramento County service in the class of Process Server, Collection Services Agent (Level I), Child Support Officer (Level II) or Human Services Quality and Review Specialist (formerly titled Eligibility Specialist Level II and Sr. Eligibility Specialist).

Note: Human Services Quality and Review Specialist (formerly Eligibility Specialist Level II and Sr. Eligibility Specialist) experience must have been evaluating cases prepared by Human Services Specialists Level I/II to determine their completeness and accuracy, verifying information in said cases by locating and interviewing clients and witnesses, and preparing reports of findings.

Or: 2. One year of full time experience as a sworn Peace Officer, as defined by Section 830 of the Penal Code.

Or: 3. One year of investigative experience involving the use of various search procedures, including skip tracing techniques in locating, observing and interviewing individuals and preparing reports of findings.

Or: 4. Completion of 18 semester units of coursework in administration of justice, law enforcement, police science or other related coursework which addresses prevention, discovery, control and treatment of crimes, criminals, and criminality from an accredited college or university.

How to Apply:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on one of the posted cut-off dates of February 10, 2026 or February 24, 2026. The full job announcement and online application are available for viewing on our website.  Please view the official job announcement for all requirements and testing information.