JC-535460 Motor Vehicle Representative

This posting states its location as Los Angeles County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

Applicants who previously applied in response to Job Posting JC-514713 with the final filing date of 4/24/2026, 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 V, Hub 5.3, field offices:

• Arleta DMV Field Office (Los Angeles County)
• Lancaster DMV Field Office (Los Angeles County)

• Newhall DMV Field Office (Los Angeles County)
• Winnetka DMV Field Office (Los Angeles County)
• Winnetka DMV Industry Business Center (Los Angeles 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 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 invites you to apply for the Motor Vehicle Representative position.

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic candidates who are experienced in delivering stellar face-to-face customer service with a positive, can-do attitude for a fast-paced public contact position. The duties of the position include: cashiering, data entry, the ability to provide verbal, written, and technical assistance pertaining to the licensing of drivers, issuance of identification cards, vehicle registration, and occupational licenses, in a courteous and efficient manner. Dependability and punctuality are essential. 

This Limited Term position may be extended to 24 months and may become Permanent.

Bilingual skills preferred, but not required.

All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply. A training and development assignment may be considered.

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. Salaries are nonnegotiable and are subject to the California Department of Human Resources salary rules. Salaries for part-time and/or intermittent appointments may vary. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position.

To be considered for this job vacancy, all applicants must complete the MVR Questionnaire included in this Job Posting; must indicate the Job Control/Code (JC) number and the 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 must complete and submit all items listed under "Required Application Documents" below by the Final Filing Date.

Employment history information must be submitted on the STD. 678; attaching a resume shall not be sufficient for the purposes of providing employment history. Failure to indicate required information on the STD. 678 or submit all items by the Final Filing Date may result in elimination from the hiring process.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Saturday and/or extended office hours may be required.

Position may require travel within the DMV Region V hub to provide relief. Traveling to offices at a moment’s notice using private transportation may be required. Occasional long-term assignments may require a stay of a week or two at a location which may be far away from your home. Lodging, mileage, tolls, and parking fees will be reimbursed using the Travel Expense Claim process.

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• Applicants must be eligible for appointment (e.g., must take and pass examination)
• see Who May Apply section below for more information
• Additionally, applicants must have authorization to work in the United States
• Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time
• Using the online application system as specified in this announcement is the preferred method of 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
• Advertisement may be used for subsequent vacancies within 180 days
• Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), resume, or educational transcripts
• Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), photograph, basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, gender, marital status, ethnicity, and age
• Confidential information on STD. 678s submitted electronically online, such as SSN, will automatically be redacted upon submission
• Possession of the Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment
• If it is determined that you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position
• Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies.:

• Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635)

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Department of Motor Vehicles is Martin Rivera.