Department of Industrial Relations Careers

Provide analytical, clerical or technical support to DIR employees in areas such as Human Resources, Accounting, Business Services, Contracts and Procurement and more.

Protect the public by inspecting and issuing permits for permanent and portable amusement rides and tramways.

Consult with employers to develop apprenticeship programs for a skilled workforce. Work with stakeholders to promote apprenticeship as a viable career pathway.

Join our team of innovative legal professionals helping with some of the most advanced labor laws in the country. Represent DIR in workers’ compensation cases, civil litigation, provide legal advice on public works, prevailing wages, pending legislation or proposed regulations and more.

Combat wage theft by enforcing labor laws and ensuring workers in California are paid properly. Participate in targeted enforcement to combat the underground economy and identify labor law violations.

Protect workplaces and the public by inspecting and issuing permits for conveyances like elevators and escalators.

Enjoy a flexible work schedule and other benefits by working as a hearing reporter that records official proceedings related to workers’ compensation claims.

Help DIR build and retain a diverse workforce. Assist employees with personnel related matters, administer payroll and benefits and support the work of management or programs.

Protect workers from health hazards. Conduct inspections, investigations and sampling to prevent hazards by evaluating environmental conditions at workplaces.

Provide support of systems and services through the IT help desk. Provide management and oversight of IT-related projects. Develop and maintain software, cloud-based systems and telecommunication.

Join our team of innovative legal professionals. Legal support team members work with attorneys representing DIR in workers’ compensation cases, civil litigation, with legal advice on public works, prevailing wages, pending legislation or proposed regulations and more.

If you enjoy leading others, DIR has manager and supervisor careers. There are opportunities in the general Staff Services Manager series and in specialized classifications including Safety Engineer, Deputy Labor Commissioner and more posted on the CalCareers website.

Work with the unit responsible for investigating mines and tunnels for workplace safety and health hazards.

Use bilingual skills and community engagement to help DIR inform and educate the public about labor laws and workplace requirements. There are positions dedicated to outreach, and opportunities to do community outreach in your regular work while pursuing another career with DIR.

Protect workers from safety hazards on the job. Conduct inspections and investigations of accidents and complaints to prevent hazards by identifying violations and issuing corrective action plans.

Help ensure injured workers get benefits to recover and return to work. Monitor the administration of workers compensation claims, provide support and judicial services in an effort to resolve disputes related to workers’ compensation benefits.