Deputy Labor Commissioner II - Wage Hearing Deputy

We have this position open in 2 different locations, please see below “How to Apply, step 3” and click on  one of the links to apply to your preferred location.

Under the direction of the Deputy Labor Commissioner III (Senior Deputy) in the Wage Claims Adjudication (WCA) program, the Deputy Labor Commissioner II (DLC II) proactively investigates and adjudicates claims to verify and determine compliance to the extent permitted by law. The DLC II writes decisions or orders based on evidence presented at hearings in order to enforce laws and effectively handles cases in a timely manner under relevant laws and pursuant to Division policies and procedures.

We are looking for passionate and driven team members who seek to make a difference in the lives of workers and employers through education and enforcement of employment laws. This position is in our Wage Claims Adjudication Unit. To learn more about this program, visit: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/dlseWagesandHours.html

***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 may 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.

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

How to Apply

Step 1: Create a CalCareer Account at https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Login.aspx.

Step 2: Take the Examination (To apply for the position, you must successfully complete the examination.  Review the Exam Bulletin to ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications prior to taking the examination).  You can search for Exam/Assessment at https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2498 

Step 3: Apply and view job openings at 

Long Beach Location: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=489724 

Santa Rosa Location: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=489714 

Monthly Salary:

$7,100.00 - $9,494.00

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Incumbents will have the opportunity to contribute in CalPers retirement, social security, and may participate additionally in both 401K and 457 deferred compensation plans.
While you work hard to provide economic justice for California workers, you secure economic security for your future.

Minimum Qualifications

Either I

Experience: One year of experience in the California state service performing the duties of the class of Deputy Labor Commissioner I or Labor Standards Investigator/Senior Special Investigator.

Or II

Experience: Four years of the above-described general experience: Experience must have been acquired in one or a combination of the following types of work, one year of which must have been within the last ten years:

1. Industrial relations management, labor relations, or reconciling grievances. or

2. Negotiation or preparation of labor agreements, or interpretation and settlement of grievances arising under labor agreements including conciliation, mediation, or arbitration of disputes. or

3. Professional level work in the investigation and/or settlement of complaints regarding violation of State or Federal laws or regulations.