Senior Deputy

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Deputy Labor Commissioner Regional Manager and Assistant Chief, the Deputy Labor Commissioner Supervisor (Senior Deputy, DLC Supervisor) plans, organizes, and directs the work of the Labor Commissioner's Retaliation Complaint Investigation Unit. The Senior Deputy is responsible for planning, organizing and reviewing the work of the staff in the investigation of retaliation complaints against employers.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

To be considered for this Deputy Labor Commissioner Supervisor 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:

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

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Working Conditions

This position is located at:
2031 Howe Ave, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95825

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 artificial lighting, and standard office equipment. Remote supervision of staff is an essential part of this position. Regular travel may be required.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

This position requires exceptional skill in dealing with the public and in coordinating the activity of a local district office, and among other units, to effectively and productively advance the Labor Commissioner’s Office law enforcement efforts. This position works independently to handle management tasks, maintains management integrity by utilizing discretion responsibly, and communicates effectively with fellow staff and the public while adhering to and promoting the Department's Mission, Vision, Values, and Goals.

• Communication: Expresses oneself clearly in all forms of communication. Gives feedback and is receptive to feedback received. Knows that listening is essential. Keeps others in the Division and other functional units informed as appropriate.
• Creativity and Innovation: Thinks beyond the confines of traditional models to recognize opportunities, seeks creative solutions and seeks to implement those solutions proactively, responsibly, and through stakeholder and upper management engagement.
• Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrated concern to be perceived as responsible, reliable, and trustworthy. Respects the confidentiality of information or concern shared by others. Honest and forthright. Conforms to accepted standards of conduct.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Promotes team cooperation and encourages participation. Capable of cross functionality and working well with others on a team to achieve personal goals, team goals, and organizational goals. Take responsibility for individual actions to achieve consistent results.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of others
• Interpret and apply established policies and procedures of the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement and the Department of Industrial Relations
• Effectively promote equal opportunity in employment and maintain a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment

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Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Incumbents will have the opportunity to contribute in CalPers retirement, social security, and may participate additionally in both 401K and 457 deferred compensation plans.

Additional Information

Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification.

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at (800) 564-0771.

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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.