Vehicle Relocation Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento.
Are you a passionate and dependable professional looking to launch a career in public service? The Refunds Unit is seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented individual who values exceptional customer service, has experience reviewing/processing documents, and thrives in a dynamic environment.
Under the direction of a Manager I, MVRs perform tasks with a courteous and tactful approach in providing customer service; interact respectfully and effectively with supervisors, peers, internal and external stakeholders; and interpret and apply the provisions of the California Vehicle Code and other laws, administrative regulations, policies, and technical procedures via various communication methods.
All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply.
The position(s) being adve rtised 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 non-negotiable 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 their basis of eligibility (list, transfer, reinstate, demote or SROA/Surplus), 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 will result in elimination from the hiring process.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Please submit only one application. We encourage you to apply through your CalCareer account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov . Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. An application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed in the "How To Apply" section below.
Do not submit any documents (for example, cover letter, diploma, letter of recommendation, exam results, etc.) with your application other than a State Restriction of Appointment (SROA)/Surplus letter, transcripts if you have college education to apply towards meeting the MVR minimum qualifications, and/or the required written response if identified within this job posting. Any other additional documents will not be accepted. Adding any other additional documents will result in elimination from the hiring process.
Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), photograph, 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.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MOTOR VEHICLE REPRESENTATIVE

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-527568
Position #(s):
525-187-1897-020
Working Title:
Motor Vehicle Representative
Classification:
MOTOR VEHICLE REPRESENTATIVE $3,745.00 - $4,680.00 A
$4,022.00 - $5,031.00 B
$4,330.00 - $5,429.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Work Week:
Monday-Friday
Department Information
The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a recognized leader in public service and has existed for over 100 years. The DMV is responsible for registering approximately 36 million vehicles in California, and serving 34 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $14 billion in annual revenue. The DMV also maintains and oversees many other functions. The DMV provides quality licensing and motor vehicle-related services in its field offices located throughout California and online at www.dmv.ca.gov .
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.
U sing 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)

Application Instructions
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: 8/19/2026
Who 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Motor Vehicles
DMV - ASD - HRB - Talent Acquisition
Attn: JC-527568
2415 First Avenue, MS E678
Sacramento , CA 95818
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Motor Vehicles
DMV - ASD - HRB - Talent Acquisition
JC-527568
2415 First Avenue, MS E678
Sacramento , CA 95818
Place in the "MS E678 Drop Box" located at the 1st Floor Lobby.
08:00 AM - 04:00 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:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Supplemental Application -
  Motor Vehicle Representative (MVR) Questionnaire - To continue through the hiring process, you must meet the minimum requirements; take the MVR online exam, or have current or prior State civil service employment; and take the MVR Questionnaire located at the link below.
  - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JC-527568
• Other -
  A written response to the item(s) listed in the Written Response section below, no more than 1 page in length with no less than Arial 12-point font and 1-inch margins, submitted as a separate document. A Resume does not take the place of a written response.
  Written responses may be similar in format to a Statement of Qualifications. Be sure to follow all instructions closely. For helpful tips on crafting a strong SOQ, view CalHR's video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NA-mGmyx1TY .
  Candidates are advised to:
  • use simple formatting (avoid justified text, large text boxes, or custom bullets),
  • use standard fonts like Arial or Times New Roman,
  • left-align the text,
  • save the written response as a PDF document, and "flatten" it before uploading by printing to PDF or using the "Save as PDF" feature, and
  • submit or upload the written response PDF document as part of the application package.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Critical Thinking, Time Management, Writing, And Reading Comprehension Skills
• Adaptability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications
• Customer Service Experience
• Reliability
• Professionalism
• Ability to Collaborate In A Team Environment.

Benefits
The Department of Motor Vehicles and the State of California offer many benefits to its employees. These include health, vision, and dental benefits; retirement plans (CalPERS); savings plans (401K and 457b); leave benefits; insurance (such as group legal insurance and group long term disability insurance); and employee assistance program. Benefits may be based on the job classification, bargaining unit, tenure, time base, and length of appointment. Click on each web link below for more information.

• Benefits summary - https://benefits.calhr.ca.gov/state-employees/general-benefits/
• Benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System - https://benefits.calhr.ca.gov/state-employees/retirement/
• Benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/about-calhr/divisions-programs/selection-division/merit-system-services-program/
• Job descriptions and pay scales - https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Tools/ClassSalarySearch.aspx

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Donna Kimbler
(916) 914-2865
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:
Office of Civil Rights