The Bureau protects and serves California consumers by licensing and regulating over 42,000 businesses globally, from small single-person businesses to major corporations. The Bureau provides consumer protection by conducting investigations, proactive stings and sweeps for unlicensed activity, testing products to ascertain if they meet required standards, educating applicants and licensees, and initiating disciplinary action against businesses who violate Bureau laws regulations.
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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This position will be covering the following South California locations: Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, San Diego County
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Criminal Offender Record Information: Title 11, section 703 (d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to DCA's (CORI) procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program materials at all times.
Fingerprinting: Chapter 2, section 154.3 California Business Professions Code (a) pursuant to subdivision (u) of Section 11105 of the Penal Code, the department shall submit to the Department of Justice fingerprint images and related information required by the Department of Justice for an employee, prospective employee, contractor, subcontractor, or volunteer. The Department of Justice shall provide a state- or federal-level response pursuant to subdivision (p) of Section 11105 of the Penal Code.
The position(s) require(s) a valid driver's license (DL). Provide a photocopy in PDF format of the front and back of your DL, clearly showing your name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL number, class, and expiration.
The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 1/16/2026Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Consumer Affairs
Office of Human Resources
Attn: Recruitment Technician, JC 502848, GP
1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321
Sacramento , CA 95834
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Consumer Affairs
Office of Human Resources
Recruitment Technician, JC 502848, GP
1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321
Sacramento , CA 95834
Please note: The drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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:
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) and a resume are mandatory and must be included with your application. The SOQ should not exceed three pages and have a header that includes your name and the Job Control (JC) number specified in the job advertisement. Applicants who do not submit a SOQ with responses to the specific questions will be automatically disqualified.
Please copy and paste the following prompts and provide a response for each.
1) Researching and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations to investigate cases and determine enforcement action.
2) Include your experience authoring and submitting investigative reports for criminal and administrative action.
3) Outline the specific techniques and strategies used to locate, contact, and interview suspects, victims, and witnesses.
4) Ability to provide outreach and education to the public from diverse backgrounds, learning styles, and experience levels.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base, and appointment length. Please visit the websites listed above for detailed benefit information, which includes health, dental, vision, retirement, etc.
Bargaining Unit 7 -
Protective Services and Public Safety
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Marie Gouthier
(279) 278-5881
marie.gouthier@dca.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification ( please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Please be aware that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to submit official sealed transcripts.
Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method for applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.
Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.
Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678).
Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.
Multiple positions may become available.
Electronic Submission:
Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through CalCareers account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as state on the job vacancy announcement.
U.S Postal Service Mail:
Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.
Hand Delivery:
Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.
Please note the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. If you have updates to your online application after you have submitted it, please contact JobPostings@dca.ca.gov. For all other questions, regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer unit at (866)844-8671.
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