RCI Hearing Deputy
Job Description and Duties
The 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.
- Interviews witnesses
- Takes affidavits
- Collections evidence
- Investigates claims
- Assesses and collects civil penalties
- Initiates civil or criminal actions
- Mets with employers, employees, and their representatives to advise them of and to secure compliance with state laws
- Inspects places of employment and employers' records to determine the extent of compliance with the provisions of laws under the jurisdiction of the LCO
Professional Responsibilities
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.
Working Conditions
This position is located at: 2 MacArthur Place, Suite 800 Santa Ana, CA 92707. 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.
Special Requirements
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. Statement of Qualifications: As part of the required application packet, candidates are to complete a Statement of Qualifications. Responses should be typewritten using 12 pt Arial font, 1.5-line spacing and no more than 2 pages total. Applications received without a Statement of Qualifications will not be considered. Describe how your experience, education, training and other relevant qualifications have prepared you to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined in the duty statement for this position. Please provide specific examples that demonstrate your knowledge, skills and abilities. Describe the investigative skills, techniques, and approach you would use to conduct a fair, thorough and impartial investigation when there is a significant imbalance of resources, influence, or power between parties involved. Include how you would ensure that all parties are treated equitably and that the investigation findings are based solely on the facts and evidence gathered.
Application Instructions
To apply 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: https://www.calhr.ca.gov/.