Bilingual Wage Claims Investigator (Spanish)

California Department of Industrial Relations; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Industrial Relations in Salinas, CA seeks a Deputy Labor Commissioner I to proactively investigate wage and hour claims, interview workers, and convene settlement discussions prior to adjudication. This role reports to the DLC Supervisor and supports enforcement of wage laws in the WCA program.

The incumbent analyzes facts, applies applicable laws, and educates the public on labor regulations while conducting investigations and coordinating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in Spanish and able to pass a language fluency test if records are not on file.
• Ability to interview workers and assess wage and hour claims.
• Familiarity with labor laws and enforcement processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively investigates wage-and-hour claims under supervision.
• Interviews workers, holds settlement conferences, and gathers facts.
• Applies legal theories to assess violations and educate the public on labor laws.
• Enforces wage claim adjudication procedures in the WCA program.

Skills

Spanish language fluency

Job description

The California Department of Industrial Relations in Salinas, CA seeks a Deputy Labor Commissioner I to proactively investigate wage and hour claims, interview workers, and convene settlement discussions prior to adjudication. This role reports to the DLC Supervisor and supports enforcement of wage laws in the WCA program.

The incumbent analyzes facts, applies applicable laws, and educates the public on labor regulations while conducting investigations and coordinating with stakeholders.