Automotive Program Specialist

Department of Consumer Affairs

JC-533579

Field Operations & Enforcement Division Specialist

AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST

$7,071.00 - $8,788.00 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: 10/12/2026

Under the general direction of the Automotive Program Supervisor II, the Automotive Program Specialist is responsible for quality control and report review, investigations, complaint resolution, disciplinary action, probation monitoring and support of the field office by providing training and guidance.

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

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Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period as outlined on "Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP)" of the CalHR Manual.

The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

The incumbent works up to 40 hours per week in an office setting with artificial light and temperature control. Daily access to and use of a personal computer and telephone is essential. Stationary position requirements in the office are consistent with office work. In addition, the incumbent may spend approximately 50% of their time per week in the field, which includes remaining in a stationary position, driving, and ambulating.

In a normal work shift, an incumbent will frequently be required to use hand manipulations and body movements. Occasionally, an incumbent will be required to maneuver around, underneath and/or over obstacles in the process of investigations.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

• Job Code #: JC-533579
• Position #(s):
  
  -XXX
• Working Title:
  
  Field Operations & Enforcement Division Specialist
• Classification: AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST
• $7,071.00 - $8,788.00
• New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
• # of Positions:
  Multiple
• Work Location:
  
  Riverside County
• Telework:
  Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Facility:
  Bureau of Automotive Repair
• Work Shift:
  
  8:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Work Week:
  Monday - Friday

The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) protects and serves California consumers while ensuring a competent and fair marketplace. DCA educates consumers and protects professionals from unfair competition by unlicensed practitioners.

DCA is a unique and dynamic department consisting of 36 different boards, bureaus, a commission, and a program that license and regulate more than 3.4 million licensees in more than 280 license types including certificates, registrations, and permits. DCA has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees.

The Bureau of Automotive Repair's mission is to protect and serve California consumers by ensuring a fair and competitive automotive repair marketplace and administering a model motor vehicle emissions reduction program.

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