Deputy Labor Commissioner I
Department of Industrial Relations
JC-521685
DEPUTY LABOR COMMISSIONER I
$6,152.00 - $8,227.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 7/6/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Job Description and Duties
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.
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.
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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.
Working Conditions
This position is located at:
50 “D” Street, Suite 360
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
High-volume fast-paced office that handles wage claims and constantly interfaces with the public.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-521685
Position #(s): 400-550-9502-387
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: Sonoma County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time