What are the responsibilities and job description for the DEPUTY LABOR COMMISSIONER I position at Department of Industrial Relations?
Under the direction of the Deputy Labor Commissioner Supervisor (Senior Deputy), the Deputy Labor Commissioner I proactively investigates claims to evaluate compliance with the law. Interviews workers, holds settlement conferences to resolve disputes prior to adjudication of claims. Gathers relevant facts and applies theories of liabilities in order to assess violations and educates the public on labor laws. In addition, performs a wide variety of duties involving enforcement of wage and hour laws in the WCA program.
***Please ensure application is complete with detailed job descriptions/tasks performed, employment beginning and ending date information, and hours worked per week. Failure to provide this information will disqualify your application.
***If you are using education to meet one of the patterns of the minimum qualifications, please upload a copy of your degree or transcripts with your application package.
This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3
To be considered for this Deputy Labor Commissioner I job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4782
Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
The position is located at: 1500 Hughes Way Ste. C-202 Long Beach, CA 90810
High-volume fast-paced office that handles wage claims and constantly interfaces with the public.
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
DEPUTY LABOR COMMISSIONER I
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-515682
Position #(s):
400-538-9502-XXX
Working Title:
Wage Claims Investigator
Classification:
DEPUTY LABOR COMMISSIONER I
$6,152.00 - $8,227.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR administers and enforces laws governing wages, workplace safety and health, apprenticeship training programs, and medical care and other benefits for injured workers.
Electronic Submission of Applications preferred. Application Packages maybe submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov/ Applications must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on or before the above final filing date.
Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions” section below and ensure the following:
• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (cert, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.
The mission of the Labor Commissioner’s Office is to ensure a just day’s pay in every workplace in the State and to promote economic justice through robust enforcement of labor laws.
If you are using education to meet one of the patterns of the minimum qualifications, please submit a copy of your degree or transcripts with your application package.
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:
Active listening and fact-gathering in order to achieve comprehensive investigation. Questioning and clarifying skills to grasp both the facts and the areas of controversy. Good organization and time management in order to prioritize multiple assignments. Good decision-making and problem-solving skills in order to investigate cases effectively and efficiently. Critical thinking skills and application of law skills in order to analyze problems and successfully resolve claims. Good judgment in order to maintain the integrity of the decision-making process. Skill of decorum in order to engage the parties productively and with respect. Works independently and communicates effectively with fellow staff and the public while adhering to and promoting the Department's Mission, Vision, Values, and Goals. Teamwork and Collaboration: Promotes team cooperation and encourages participation. Capable of cross functionality and working well with others on a team to achieve personal goals, team goals, and organizational goals. Takes responsibility for individual actions in order to achieve consistent results.
Salary : $73,824 - $98,724
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