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INSPECTOR I, DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS

Department of Consumer Affairs
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/10/2026

Inspector I Exam

Inspector II Exam

 
You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678).  You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is incomplete or missing all dates, duties and responsibilities, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors.   Only the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.  
  
Inspector I
Under direction of a Staff Services Manager I (SSM I), the incumbent manages a caseload of licensees on probation. The Probation Inspector works at the entry, trainee level and monitors probationers' compliance with the terms and conditions set forth in disciplinary orders and identifies and refers compliance issues to the SSM I for further action. The incumbent is required to travel regularly throughout assigned geographic areas. The selected candidate is subject to fingerprint and medical clearance. 

Inspector II
Under general direction of a Staff Services Manager I (SSM I), the incumbent conducts independent inspections and manages a caseload of difficult and complex probationers. The Probation Inspector works as a subject matter expert, in a Lead capacity, and monitors probationers' compliance with the requirements set forth in disciplinary orders and identifies and refers compliance issues to the SSM I for further action. The incumbent is required to travel regularly throughout assigned geographic areas. The incumbent may act as a lead person and provide training to lower-level staff. The selected candidate is subject to fingerprint and medical clearance. 


In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.


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This recruitment is until filled and applications will be reviewed on a two weeks basis.

The cutoff dates will be: April 10, 2026, April 24, 2026, May 8, 2026, May 22, 2026, June 5, 2026, June 19, 2026, July 3, 2026, July 17, 2026, July 31, 2026, August 14, 2026, August 28, 2026, September 11, 2026, September 25, 2026

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

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period as outlined on "Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP)" of the CalHR Manual. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
  • INSPECTOR I, DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS
  • INSPECTOR II, DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS
  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-513641
Position #(s):
629-192-8834-XX1
629-192-8834-XXX
Working Title:
Probation Inspector
Classification:
INSPECTOR I, DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS
$4,235.00 - $5,193.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Shall Consider:
INSPECTOR II, DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS
$4,524.00 - $5,607.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Medical Board of California

The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) protects and serves California consumers while ensuring a competent and fair marketplace. DCA educates consumers and protects professionals from unfair competition by unlicensed practitioners.

DCA is a unique and dynamic department consisting of 36 different boards, bureaus, a commission, and a program that license and regulate more than 3.4 million licensees in more than 280 license types including certificates, registrations, and permits. DCA has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees.

The Medical Board of California (MBC) goal is to foster a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion within our Department, that actively invites the contribution and participation of all people, and is representative of the varied identities and different perspectives in California. MBC is a state governmental agency established by law to protect the public by regulating the practice of physicians and surgeons and other allied healthcare providers. The MBC is responsible for implementation and enforcement of the Medical Practice Act and other statutes and regulations.  The position is with the MBC's Probation Monitoring Unit - South in San Dimas.

Criminal Offender Record Information: Title 11, section 703 (d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to DCA's (CORI) procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program materials at all times.

The position(s) require(s) a valid driver's license (DL). Provide a photocopy in PDF format of the front and back of your DL, clearly showing your name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL number, class, and expiration. 

The incumbent is responsible for an assigned vehicle and requires the possession of a valid driver license (appropriate class) issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. The incumbent shall participate in the DMV's Employer Pull Notice Program (EPN), which is a process for providing the Board with a report showing the driver's current public record as recorded by the DMV, and any subsequent convictions, failures to appear, accidents, driver license suspensions, driver license revocations, or any other actions taken against the driving privilege or license, added to the driver's DMV record. The incumbent is required to travel throughout a geographical area by various methods of transportation and may include overnight stays in a hotel. The incumbent must possess good oral and written communication skills, be able to maintain confidential information, possess strong organizational skills, and use good judgment in working with licensees and other professionals surrounding the probationer. The incumbent must exercise creativity and flexibility in working with management in problem solving sessions, make effective use of time and resources available, and be responsive to management’s needs.

The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Salary : $50,820 - $62,316

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