Bilingual Field Investigator (Spanish)

Job Description and Duties

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 claims.

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

To be considered for this Deputy Labor Commissioner I (DLCI) job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatementeligibility. To take the Deputy Labor Commissioner I exam and gain employment listeligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

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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:
1550 W. Main St., El Centro, CA 92243

The duties of this position are conducted both in an office and field setting. The incumbent is required to travel for field operations and trainings. The incumbent will have access to a state vehicle, laptop computer, printer, cellular phone, and other equipment. While in the field, the incumbent may be exposed to dirt, odors, noise, fumes, uneven surfaces, stairs, high-rise buildings, extreme weather conditions, and fast moving equipment.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) fluency in the Spanish language. If the State of California does not have a current record documenting your fluency in this language, you will be required to successfully pass an approved language fluency test prior to being hired.

• Utilize Spanish language proficiencies to communicate with monolingual parties, witnesses, stakeholders when Spanish is their primary language.
• A willingness to travel and work irregular hours are required.
• If you are using education to meet one of the patterns of the minimum qualifications, please upload or submit a copy of your diploma (or degree), certificate of completion, or transcripts with your application package.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Spanish
• Successfully pass the Bilingual Efficiency Assessment test in Spanish

***If you are using education to meet one of the patterns of the minimum qualifications, please upload or submit a copy of your diploma (or degree), certificate of completion or transcripts with your application package. See education requirement here:

***Please ensure that your job application is complete. 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. Failure to provide this information will disqualify your application.

***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. Failure to answer these questions or answer with a language other than Spanish will disqualify your application.

***Please note Resume is NOT required, therefore, if you submit it with your job application, it will not be considered at all

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:

Bilingual (Spanish) - 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.

Benefits

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

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.

Benefit information can be found in the CalHR link ; and in the CalPERs link

• 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.

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.