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Job Description and Duties

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Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced Office-Centered environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic Student Assistant  who is eager to support the investigative staff to fulfill their stated mission, the active investigation and prosecution of insurance fraud, to join the Enforcement Branch – Investigation Division.  

If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you!

The Student Assistant will work with and directly supports the activities and responsibilities of a regional office staff, collecting, organizing and analyzing official and unofficial documents relating to assigned cases. Other support activities also required are statistical and data collection on criminal cases using a variety of computerized data bases; retrieval of claim files and preparation of investigative charts utilizing computers, and the preparation of draft correspondence and report(s). In furtherance of those activities and as directed, Student Assistants may load; transport, catalogue and store evidence and assist in search warrant execution after the area is secured. Student Assistants may also assist in tape transcription; may accompany investigators to prosecutor’s office for criminal filings, case discussions and strategy meetings when appropriate; and complete miscellaneous administrative duties.

This position requires current enrollment in college and proof of enrollment must be submitted when applying to this recruitment.

Student Assistants are not allowed to work more than 1500 hours in a calendar year. If selected, the employee will receive an hourly compensation based on the number of hours worked.

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Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in a law enforcement environment that includes the presence of firearms
• Must be able to work in a high-rise building
• Frequent sitting is required

Special Requirements

Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview.

• Degree and/or School Transcripts

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:

• Ability to work independently as well as a team member;
• Ability to use sound judgment and willingness to exercise a high degree of initiative, independence, and originality in performing assigned task;  
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Access databases;
• Must be able to work in a fast paced office environment and be able to maintain a courteous and professional demeanor at all times.

Benefits

CDI offers many benefits including the following:

• FREE PARKING
• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options
• Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training
• Career Services Program
• Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

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

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

This is a non-testing classification, therefore anyone meeting the minimum qualifications listed on the classification specification may apply for this position. Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by stating “preference under Government Code section 18220”. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.

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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts

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