DEPUTY LABOR COMMISSIONER I

State of California•Sacramento, CA

45d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you excited to start or continue your career with a dynamic State Agency? Do you have a talent for performing efficiently in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy flexibility of possible telework and learning new stuff? If your answer is YES, YES, and YES, then look no further. APPLY AND JOIN OUR TEAM NOW! The Labor Commissioner's Office (LCO) is made up of diverse and unique individuals just like YOU. Our team members contribute to our Agency's goals and success everyday. We celebrate diversity and inclusion where all our team members feel included, accepted, valued, and recognized for their many talents and contributions to our Agency. We are committed to provide guidance, encouragement, and support to all our team members enriching their work and our ability to combat wage theft and put earned wages into the pockets of California workers. Specifically, being a member of the Bureau of Enforcement Program (BOFE) program, which also includes the Labor Employment Task Force (LETF), and /or the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) Unit, you will have an impact on California workers through investigation and enforcement of state laws covering workers' compensation insurance coverage, child labor, cash pay, unlicensend contractors, Industrial Welfare Commission orders, as well as group claims involving minimum wage and overtime. This is a bilingual (Spanish) position. Under supervision of and receiving general direction from a Deputy Labor Commissioner III (DLCIII), in the State Labor Commissioner's Office of BOFE, LETF, and/or PAGA programs, the incumbent is responsible for the investigation and enforcement of the Indusrial Welfare Commissioner orders and laws covering workers' compenstion insurance coverage, child labor, cash pay, unlicensed contractors, as well as group claims involving minimum wage and overtime. In addition to English, the incumbent must be fluent in written and spoken Spanish to effectively communicate with the Spanish-speaking community in El Centro and vicinities. The incumbent of the program (ie BOFE, LETF, and/or PAGA) may also work in partnership with other governmental entities on the investigation and prosecution of group claims. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

Requirements

applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatementeligibility
must be fluent in written and spoken Spanish
willingness to travel and work irregular hours are required
Fluent in written and spoken English and Spanish
Successfully pass the Bilingual Efficiency Assessment test in Spanish
For each of your employment history, please provide specific AND detailed description of duties/tasks performed; employment from (starting) date and to (ending) date; and hours per week worked.
Please ensure that you answer questions 5(a) and 5(b) on your job application to indicate you have verbal and written fluency in Spanish.

Nice To Haves

A general understanding of the California Labor Code and Industrial Welfare Commission orders.
Analytical skills and attention to detail
Excellent research skills
Effective time management and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Good mathematical skills
Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft applications
Professional demeanor and attire
Manage documents and information with confidentiality and discretion.
Knowledge of current social & economic developments & trends; problems of the culturally and economically disadvantaged in CA.
Knowledge of methods used in compiling and presenting data; and investigation / interviewing techniques and procedures.
Mathematical, written, and oral communication skills
Research skills
Critical thinking, analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills
Organizational, time & case management skills.
Ability to objectively interpret & apply rules & regulations; ability to gather and analyze data.

Responsibilities

investigation and enforcement of the Indusrial Welfare Commissioner orders and laws covering workers' compenstion insurance coverage, child labor, cash pay, unlicensed contractors, as well as group claims involving minimum wage and overtime
effectively communicate with the Spanish-speaking community in El Centro and vicinities
work in partnership with other governmental entities on the investigation and prosecution of group claims

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package with medical, dental, and vision options.
Sick leave, vacation leave, or annual leave options available.
Retirement plan through CalPERS.
Other retirement options include 401 (k) and/or 457(b) participation through State of California Savings Plus program.
Public transportation subsidy and pre-tax parking program options.
Representation in the State of California collective bargaining process through CASE.
Possible Telework Opportunities
Nearby to eating places/restaurants, shopping centers, and freeways
Free parking
Personal satisfaction knowing that you will have an impact on the daily lives of California workers.