Job Title Enforcement Investigator
Department Department of Consumer Affairs
Salary $5,873.00 - $8,008.00 per Month
$5,873.00 - $7,284.00 A
$6,445.00 - $8,008.00 B
Work Location United States
Telework Hybrid
Job Type Permanent, Full Time
Facility Bureau of Automotive Repair
Work Shift 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Week Monday - Friday
Classification AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE
Number of Positions Multiple
Job Code JC-527907
Job Details New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Application Methods Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
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Responsibilities Under the general supervision of the Automotive Program (AP) Supervisor I, the Automotive Program Representative (APR) performs a full range of field and office duties related to the regulation of the automotive repair industry. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, investigating consumer complaints, conducting inspections and audits of automotive repair facilities, and ensuring compliance with the Automotive Repair Act (ARA) and related laws and regulations.
The APR collects, analyzes, and preserves evidence, prepares detailed investigative reports that may lead to disciplinary actions, and may provide testimony describing BAR findings in administrative, civil, or criminal proceedings, including small claims court. This position requires technical knowledge of automotive repair practices and the ability to interpret and apply complex laws, policies, and procedures to protect California consumers from fraudulent and unsafe automotive practices and promote compliance within the automotive repair industry.
Assignments may vary in complexity and responsibility appropriate to the incumbent's skill and range level within the classification. As an incumbent gains experience, they are expected to perform duties with increasing independence, complexity, and higher consequence of error.
Desirable Qualifications Knowledge of equipment and methods used in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment.
Knowledge of equipment and methods used in automotive body damage,



collision repair, refinishing and restoration.
Ability to operate tools used in automotive repair, inspect automotive equipment, purchase parts and materials, keep accurate records of inventory, reconcile and make reports, follow oral and written directions.
Ability to work cooperatively with others, work efficiently, report to work on time, maintain consistent, regular attendance, work under changing priorities or deadlines, look and act in a professional manner, and exhibit courteous behavior towards coworkers.
Ability to analyze information and make decisions in a competent and timely manner.
Ability to ask effective questions, evaluate information, apply guidelines and procedures, and make accurate and timely decisions.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Ability to maximize utilization of computers to accomplish daily tasks.
Positive attitude and highly motivated.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a valid California driver's license (CDL). Provide a photocopy in PDF format of the front and back of your CDL, clearly showing your name as stated on the license, issuing state, CDL number, class, and expiration.
The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
Applicants shall have a work record clear of revocation or suspension of departmental-issued licenses for Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection, Smog Technician, and or Smog Inspector.
Position Details Position #(s): (phone hidden)-XX1
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Job Code #: JC-527907
Work Location: United States
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time




Department Information The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) protects and serves California consumers while ensuring a competent and fair marketplace. DCA educates consumers and protects professionals from unfair competition by unlicensed practitioners.
DCA is a unique and dynamic department consisting of 36 different boards, bureaus, a commission, and a program that license and regulate more than 3.4 million licensees in more than 280 license types including certificates, registrations, and permits. DCA has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees.
The Bureau of Automotive Repair’s mission is to protect and serve California consumers by ensuring a fair and competitive automotive repair marketplace and administering a model motor vehicle emissions reduction program.
BAR is hiring multiple positions throughout Northern California! The Field Operations and Enforcement Branch’s Region 1 have positions extending from Tulare County to the Oregon border. Reporting locations include Rancho Cordova, Fresno, and Bakersfield.
Contact Information Hiring Unit Contact: Lyndsay Chambers
(279) 260-2401
[email protected]
EEO Contact EEO Officer
(916) 574-8280
[email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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📌 Automotive Program Representative (Sacramento)
🏢 CA Bureau of Automotive Repair
📍 Sacramento