RCI Hearing Deputy

Deputy Labor Commissioner II

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.

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 visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.