Top 37 Criminal investigator Jobs in Richmond Ca

Background Investigator (1251) - San Francisco Police Department
City and County of San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- $112,112 - $136,240 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
- Continuing education credits
INVESTIGATOR
Department of Consumer Affairs —Contra Costa County, CA
- $6,339 - $10,609 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Office
Associate Attorney - General Liability (Remote)
Everforth, Cybercoders —San Francisco, CA
- $140,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Business development
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
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Surveillance Investigator - San Francisco
Allied Universal® Compliance and Investigations —San Francisco, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Military
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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13d
Surveillance Investigator
Lemieux & Associates LLC —Walnut Creek, CA
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
- Computer literacy
- Flexible schedule
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Medical Examiner's Investigator II (2578) - Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (ADM) (TPV)
City and County of San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- $121,368 - $147,524 a year
- Overtime
- Anatomy knowledge
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
1d
Assistant Public Defender
Alameda County —Oakland, CA
- $127.07 - $167.39 an hour
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Commuter assistance
Concord Center Support Coordinator (ASC II)
California State University —East Bay, CA
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Senior Financial Investigator
Contact Government Services, LLC —San Francisco, CA
- $74,156.16 - $107,114.45 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Presentation skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sr Manager Field Asset Protection Pacific Northwest
Victoria's Secret —San Francisco, CA
- $114,300 - $154,875 a year
- Full-time
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
Police Cadet
City of Richmond, CA —Richmond, CA
- $20.23 - $24.56 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Driving
Surveillance Investigator
Allied Universal® Compliance and Investigations —Concord, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Military
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Out of State Lateral Police Officer - San Francisco Police Department (Q002)
City and County of San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- Online Application
- High school
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
Police Officer Trainee
City of Concord, CA —Concord, CA
- $31.91 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- 18 years or older
- Residential
- Dental insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Police Officer Trainee (199B)
City of Oakland, CA —Oakland, CA
- $90,030.96 a year
- Online Application
- Spanish
- High school
- Writing skills
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
6d
Police Officer (Academy Graduate/ Participant/ FTO)
City of Hayward —Hayward, CA
- $138,964.80 - $167,731.20 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Deputy Sheriff (Lateral)
County of Contra Costa, California —Contra Costa County, CA
- $113,162.30 - $144,426.97 a year
- Online Application
- High school
- Sales
- Hospital
Police Officer - Lateral
City of Concord, CA —Concord, CA
- $123,780.80 - $150,467.20 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- No experience needed
- Research
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Police Officer (Lateral)
City of Hayward —Hayward, CA
- $138,964.80 - $167,731.20 a year
- Online Application
- Bilingual
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Police Officer - Academy Grad
City of Concord, CA —Concord, CA
- $123,780.80 - $150,467.20 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- 18 years or older
- Residential
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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Background Investigator (1251) - San Francisco Police Department

City and County of San Francisco -
San Francisco, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$112,112 - $136,240 a year

Benefits

Continuing education credits

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Company Description

Who We Are:

The San Francisco Police Department was established in 1849 and continues to evolve as an effective, inclusive, and modern police organization. We are focused on maintaining the trust of the people who live, work, and visit San Francisco by reviewing our initiatives, learning from best practices, and adapting to the changing needs of the City.

The San Francisco Police Department stands for safety with respect for all. We are committed to just, transparent, unbiased, and responsive policing carried out with dignity and in partnership with the community. We collaborate with community members and City partners to promote safety, fairness, and trust across San Francisco, with an emphasis on strong relationships and support for the well‑being of our neighborhoods.

The Department is dedicated to excellence in law enforcement and to the people, traditions, and diversity of San Francisco. Our mission is to keep the public safe by protecting life and property, preventing crime, and reducing the fear of crime. We provide service with understanding, respond with compassion, and perform with integrity as we continue to grow as a forward‑thinking organization serving one of the most dynamic cities in the country.

Specific information regarding this recruitment process are listed below:

Application Opening: Reposted June 4, 2026
Application Deadline: Apply immediately, announcement may close anytime after two weeks from posting date.
Position re-posted for additional applicant pool. Previous applicants need not re-apply.
Class & Compensation: $112,112 - $136,240
Recruitment ID: TEX-1251-157333
Appointment Type: Temporary Exempt - This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The duration of the appointment shall not exceed 36 months.
Work Location: SFPD Headquarters, 1245 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94158

Job Description

Under general direction, coordinates, directs and conducts background investigations for candidates under consideration for employment. Incumbents in this class are considered journey level investigators who may function independently or as a member of a team.

Example of Important and Essential Duties:

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

Reviews applications for completeness and directs candidates to provide additional information if needed; obtains proper information release documents.
Conducts background interviews with candidates to review and collect required documentation; confirms candidates meet the minimum qualifications of the job classification.
Conducts background investigation using tact and discretion; confirms information provided by candidates; makes inquiries to assist in determining credibility of statements; interviews references, including family, personal to include law enforcement and gathers evidence in order to provide a body of information for analysis; reviews local, state, and federal criminal databases; may conduct home visits and/or neighborhood checks which can include travel to locations outside of the county and/or outside of the state as necessary.
Conducts follow-up investigations regarding any negative information or discrepancies; conducts discrepancy interviews.
Summarizes and explains progress and results of investigations with applicants and/or supervisor.
Regularly prepares lists and records accounting for status of assigned investigative caseload.
Maintains records, files, data and supporting documentation for each case handled; preserves evidence in a secure manner for evaluation and analysis; adherence to established customs and procedures regarding control and custody of records, including evidence.
Analyzes information and evidence resulting from investigative activities drawing logical and objective conclusions; prepares written background investigation reports; confers with hiring managers; makes recommendations regarding suitability for employment.

Qualifications

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;

2. Two (2) years full-time equivalent experience performing employment investigative work in a government or contract investigative agency; AND

3. Possession of a valid California driver license.

Substitution:

Two (2) years full- time equivalent experience performing criminal investigatory case work which involves suspects or actual violations of criminal laws, rules, regulations within an Investigations Division/Bureau with a Law Enforcement agency may substitute for the required employment work experience outlined above.

Additional experience as described above may substitute for the required degree on a year-for-year basis. One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units / forty-five (45) quarter units.

Desirable Qualifications:

Law enforcement agency experience
Knowledge of MS applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Verification of Education and Experience: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility or disqualification.

Background Investigation: Prior to employment with the San Francisco Police Department, a thorough background investigation will be conducted to determine the candidate’s suitability for employment. The investigation may include, but not be limited to: criminal history records, driving records, drug/alcohol screening, and other related employment and personal history records. Reasons for rejection may include use of controlled substances and alcohol, felony conviction, repeated or serious violations of the law, inability to work with co-workers, inability to accept supervision, inability to follow rules and regulations or other relevant factors. Candidates may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening, and must clear Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprinting. Criminal records will be carefully reviewed; candidates who do not report their complete criminal records on their applications will be disqualified. Applicants will be fingerprinted.

Additional Information

Recruiter Information: If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the Sr. Human Resources Analyst, Anna Duong at [email protected].

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

Information About The Hiring Process
Conviction History
Employee Benefits Overview
Equal Employment Opportunity
Disaster Service Worker
ADA Accommodation
Right to Work
Copies of Application Documents
Diversity Statement

SFPD Recruitment: https://www.sanfranciscopolice.org/your-sfpd/careers

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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criminal investigator jobs in richmond ca

Background Investigator (1251) - San Francisco Police Department

INVESTIGATOR

Associate Attorney - General Liability (Remote)

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Medical Examiner's Investigator II (2578) - Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (ADM) (TPV)

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Senior Financial Investigator

Sr Manager Field Asset Protection Pacific Northwest

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Out of State Lateral Police Officer - San Francisco Police Department (Q002)

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Police Officer Trainee (199B)

Police Officer (Academy Graduate/ Participant/ FTO)

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