Department of Motor Vehicles

DMV is hiring! Here you can access current job postings for vacant positions, access current DMV examination announcements, and review job description and salary information for positions.

Interested in applying to work at DMV? You may be eligible if you:

  • Have passed a State civil service examination.
  • Are in a position that is transferable to your preferred position.
  • Have reinstatement rights or demotion eligibility to your preferred position.

Learn more about how to apply at California Human Resources’ (CalHR) CalCareers website.

Jul 19, 2026
Full time
$5,553 - $6,956 monthly
Department of Motor Vehicles Sacramento, CA
This position is located in Santa Barbara County. Functions as an Administrative Manager of a Grade V field office providing driver's licenses, vehicle registration, and other services to the public. This Permanent position All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply. The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position. To be considered for this job vacancy, applicants must indicate the Job Control/Code (JC) number and position number(s) in the "EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING" box of the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), and submit all items listed under Required...
Jul 18, 2026
Full time
$5,237 - $6,550 monthly
Department of Motor Vehicles San Diego, CA
This position is located in San Diego Under the general direction of the Office Manager, plans, assigns, directs, and reviews the work of DMV employees performing vehicle registration, driver licensing, and related work. Makes decisions on office problems ranging in difficulty level from average to the more complex issues requiring interpretation of the law and departmental policy. Ensures staff follow office procedures, expectations, and processing laws. Estimates volume, timing, and nature of future office workloads. Plans and schedules the work of employees. Selects, trains, and monitors employees and evaluates their performance. All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply. The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is the...
Jul 18, 2026
Full time
$4,810 yearly
Department of Motor Vehicles San Diego, CA
The incumbent will complete work assignments independently; communicate with internal and external customers in a courteous, professional, and effective manner; interpret, apply, and explain California Vehicle Code, policies and procedures; conduct drive tests; perform written, vision, and verbal exams; process and review Driver License and Vehicle Registration applications; support the Office Management with various office duties; promptly provide customer service with a positive attitude; review forms for completeness; and prepare clear and concise reports. This Limited Term position may be extended to 24 months and may become Permanent. All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply. The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is...
Jul 18, 2026
Full time
$3,745 monthly
Department of Motor Vehicles CA
Applicants who previously applied in response to Job Posting JC-483614 with the final filing date of 7/18/2025, must reapply to be considered for this recruitment. Our requirements for applying for this position have changed. Please read this entire job posting! These positions will be based out of one of the following DMV Region IV, Hub 4.4, field offices: Arvin DMV Field Office (Kern County) Bakersfield DMV Field Office (Kern County) Bakersfield DMV Industry Business Center (Kern County) Southwest Bakersfield DMV Field Office (Kern County) Bishop DMV Field Office (Inyo County) Lake Isabella DMV Field Office (Kern County) Ridgecrest DMV Field Office (Kern County) Taft DMV Field Office (Kern County) Want to get started in state service? Motor Vehicle Representative is an entry-level position to state service.  The State of California offers its employees...
Jul 18, 2026
Full time
$3,745 monthly
Department of Motor Vehicles CA
This Limited Term position may be extended to 24 months and may become Permanent. Want to get started in state service? Motor Vehicle Representative is an entry-level position to state service. The State of California offers its employees generous benefits that may include CalPERS retirement and retirement savings plans (401k and 457), health and dental insurance, and access to long-term disability and long-term care insurance. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offers career opportunity and growth for customer service champions seeking to make a difference in state service. Serving as the first impression for government service takes a special individual - are you the one? The DMV is responsible for licensing drivers, registering vehicles, securing identities, and regulating the motor vehicle industry. If you are looking for a rewarding career in public service and want to make an impact improving the safety and environment of California communities, the DMV...
Jul 18, 2026
Full time
$6,339 - $10,609 yearly
Department of Motor Vehicles Milpitas, CA
Job Description and Duties This position is located in Milpitas This is a Peace Officer position subject to P.O.S.T. requirements. Performing in a law enforcement capacity, the incumbent; conducts highly confidential and complex criminal investigations pertaining to internal security, employee misconduct, document integrity, public funds, burglary of offices, tampering with official records and systems, and other special cases of a criminal nature; participates as a DMV law enforcement representative in multi-agency criminal investigations, and assignments involving Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigations, Department of Homeland Security, and other law enforcement or allied agencies; provides direct criminal investigative testimony, witness, advisory and services to State and Federal courts, other law enforcement or allied agencies, and DMV legal staff; performs a full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their...
Jul 18, 2026
Full time
$6,339 - $10,609 monthly
Department of Motor Vehicles CA
Orange County This is a Peace Officer position subject to P.O.S.T. requirements. Performing in a law enforcement capacity, the incumbent; conducts highly confidential and complex criminal investigations pertaining to internal security, employee misconduct, document integrity, public funds, burglary of offices, tampering with official records and systems, and other special cases of a criminal nature; participates as a DMV law enforcement representative in multi-agency criminal investigations, and assignments involving Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigations, Department of Homeland Security, and other law enforcement or allied agencies; provides direct criminal investigative testimony, witness, advisory and services to State and Federal courts, other law enforcement or allied agencies, and DMV legal staff; performs a full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their assignments in accordance with the California Penal Code,...
Jul 18, 2026
Full time
$6,339 - $10,609 monthly
Department of Motor Vehicles West Covina, CA
Job Description and Duties This position is located in West Covina This is a Peace Officer position subject to P.O.S.T. requirements. Performing in a law enforcement capacity, the incumbent; conducts highly confidential and complex criminal investigations pertaining to internal security, employee misconduct, document integrity, public funds, burglary of offices, tampering with official records and systems, and other special cases of a criminal nature; participates as a DMV law enforcement representative in multi-agency criminal investigations, and assignments involving Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigations, Department of Homeland Security, and other law enforcement or allied agencies; provides direct criminal investigative testimony, witness, advisory and services to State and Federal courts, other law enforcement or allied agencies, and DMV legal staff; performs a full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in the accomplishment of their...