Motor Vehicle Representative

Job Posting:

Motor Vehicle Representative

Department of Motor Vehicles

JC-537110 -

JC-537110 - Motor Vehicle Representative
MOTOR VEHICLE REPRESENTATIVE

$3,745.00 - $5,429.00 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: 11/12/2026

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account) By Mail Drop-off

This position is located at the San Clemente Field Office in San Clemente.

Want to get started in state service? Motor Vehicle Representative is an entry-level position to state service. The State of California offers its employees generous benefits that may include CalPERS retirement and retirement savings plans (401k and 457), health and dental insurance, and access to long-term disability and long-term care insurance. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offers career opportunity and growth for customer service champions seeking to make an difference in state service.

Serving as the first impression for government service takes a special individual - are you the one?

The DMV is responsible for licensing drivers, registering vehicles, securing identities, and regulating the motor vehicle industry. If you are looking for a rewarding career in public service and want to make an impact improving the safety and environment of California communities, the DMV invites you to apply for the Motor Vehicle Representative position.

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic candidates who are experienced in delivering stellar face-to-face customer service with a positive, can-do attitude for a fast-paced public contact position. The duties of the position include: cashiering, data entry, the ability to provide verbal, written, and technical assistance pertaining to the licensing of drivers, issuance of identification cards, vehicle registration, and occupational licenses, in a courteous and efficient manner.

Dependability and punctuality are essential.

Desirable skills and ideal characteristics for the position include:

• Bring a can-do attitude to work with colleagues and our customers
• Take pride in their work, exhibit initiative, and handle varied tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrate sound decision-making
• Strive for positive interactions and team-building
• Thrive working independently and as part of a team to resolve customer needs
• Well-developed interpersonal skills including sensitivity, emotional maturity, customer first attitude, a strong work ethic, patience and flexibility

All eligible applicants may apply; however, hiring preference will be given to current permanent full-time Motor Vehicle Representative (MVR) intra-agency transfer applicants or eligible permanent intermittent MVR applicants through the Post and Bid process. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply.

The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Salaries for part-time and/or intermittent appointments may vary. Salaries are non-negotiable and are subject to the California Department of Human Resources salary rules. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position.

Mininum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MOTOR VEHICLE REPRESENTATIVE

MOTOR VEHICLE REPRESENTATIVE $3,745.00 - $4,680.00A $4,022.00 - $5,031.00B $4,330.00 - $5,429.00C 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:

Orange County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Work Week:
Monday through Friday

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a recognized leader in public service and has existed for over 100 years. The DMV is responsible for registering approximately 36 million vehicles in California, and serving 34 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $14 billion in annual revenue. The DMV also maintains and oversees many other functions. The DMV provides quality licensing and motor vehicle-related services in its field offices located throughout California and online at

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

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