Deputy Labor Commissioner II
Department of Industrial Relations
JC-524659
DEPUTY LABOR COMMISSIONER II
$7,100.00 - $9,494.00 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: 8/4/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Job Description and Duties
Deputy Labor Commissioner II (DLC II) performs the more complex, high level technical investigations. The DLC II conducts investigative hearings on various case matters pursuant to relevant Labor Code sections, including citation hearings. The DLC II interviews witnesses, takes affidavits, collects evidence, and investigates claims to determine the extent of compliance with, and to resolve disputes arising under State labor laws and Industrial Welfare Commission orders. The DLC II assesses and collects civil penalties or initiates civil or criminal action, and meets with employers, employees, and their representatives to advise them of and to secure compliance with state laws. The DLC II may inspect places of employment and employers' records to determine the extent of compliance with the provisions of laws under the jurisdiction of the LCO.
This position requires exceptional skill in dealing with the public and in coordinating with other DLSE units in team enforcement efforts in addition to providing outreach services to educate the public and our community partners. A DLC II will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to the Mission and the Vision for the highest public good. A successful incumbent possesses exceptional interpersonal skills, analytical thinking and the ability to write well and enjoys practicing these skills throughout the day. Additionally, the incumbent derives satisfaction in the completion of a timely, impartial, full and fair investigation. This is the professional journey level.
This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3
To be considered for this Deputy Labor Commissioner II 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=4783
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:
2031 Howe Ave., Ste. 100
Sacramento, CA 95825
The employee will spend much of the time working at their assigned District office. Their work area will be an office or cubicle equipped with standard office equipment. Occasional travel to an off-site location may be required for meetings and/or training. Employees are expected to be able to work independently, in a fast-paced team environment, and work well with the public and co-workers.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-524659
Position #(s): 400-522-9536-XXX
Working Title: RCI Hearing Deputy
Classification: DEPUTY LABOR COMMISSIONER II
$7,100.00 - $9,494.00
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 Locations:
Sacramento County, Orange County, Los Angeles County, San Diego County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time