Deputy Labor Commissioner I
Department of Industrial Relations
JC-532478
Retaliation Complaint Investigator
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: 10/13/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Job Description and Duties
Under general supervision of the Deputy Labor Commissioner Supervisor (Senior Deputy) in the State Labor Commissioner's Office (LCO) Retaliation Complaint Investigation (RCI) unit, the Deputy Labor Commissioner I (DLC I) 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 I 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 I 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. Additionally, the incumbent is expected to advance their investigations through early engagement and resolution of retaliation claims through restorative strategies. Further, the incumbent will collaborate with other programs and stakeholders to advance industry-specific early engagement and restorative strategies through a trauma informed lens.
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
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position (1) is being also advertised in the following locations:
- Sacramento, JC-532506
- San Diego, JC-532509
- Santa Ana, JC-532483
- San Francisco, JC-532487
This position is located in: 320 W. Fourth Street, Suite 450, Los Angeles, CA 90013.
The incumbent will spend most of the time working both remotely and at their assigned District office, with occasional travel to other offices. The District Office is an air-conditioned office building with natural and artificial lighting, and standard office equipment. Travel may be required.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-532478
Position #(s): 400-521-9502-XXX
Working Title: Retaliation Complaint 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