Audits and Roadsides Inspector (Automotive Program Representative)

Department of Consumer Affairs · Riverside County

Salary: $5,873 – $8,008 per month

Closes: 2026-11-24T00:00:00.000Z

Job description and requirements

Job Description and Duties Under the general supervision of the Automotive Program (AP) Supervisor I, the Automotive Program Representative (APR) performs the full range of duties enforcing the laws and regulations of the Automotive Repair Act (ARA) and the Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program. The incumbent is a member of the Audits and Inspections Branch and is responsible for conducting roadside emissions surveys, performing analyzer gas audits, and monitoring and providing statewide field support for roadsides operations, statewide audits, and government and business fleet inspections. The incumbent will be required to travel frequently, with overnight stays throughout California. Assignments may vary in complexity and responsibility appropriate to the incumbent's range level within the classification. Incumbents are expected to perform duties with increasing independence, complexity, and higher consequence of error. Incumbents with experience in performing smog inspections are highly sought after and encouraged to apply. * Please refer to the "Application Instructions" and "Additional Information" for instructions on how to apply*. 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. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey. https://forms.office.com/g/ZDz01HNTGG CalCareers Exams: Once you find the job you want, we need to learn more about you. We will evaluate your education, experience, abilities, and knowledge through an assessment. The assessment process can take many forms, including an interview or exam, depending on the job. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. 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. 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: • 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, evaluates 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.
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Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Automotive Program (AP) Supervisor I, the Automotive Program Representative (APR) performs the full range of duties enforcing the laws and regulations of the Automotive Repair Act (ARA) and the Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program. The incumbent is a member of the Audits and Inspections Branch and is responsible for conducting roadside emissions surveys, performing analyzer gas audits, and monitoring and providing statewide field support for roadsides operations, statewide audits, and government and business fleet inspections. The incumbent will be required to travel frequently, with overnight stays throughout California.

Assignments may vary in complexity and responsibility appropriate to the incumbent's range level within the classification. Incumbents are expected to perform duties with increasing independence, complexity, and higher consequence of error.

Incumbents with experience in performing smog inspections are highly sought after and encouraged to apply.

* Please refer to the "Application Instructions" and "Additional Information" for instructions on how to apply*.

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.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey. https://forms.office.com/g/ZDz01HNTGG

CalCareers Exams: Once you find the job you want, we need to learn more about you. We will evaluate your education, experience, abilities, and knowledge through an assessment. The assessment process can take many forms, including an interview or exam, depending on the job.

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

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.

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:
  • 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, evaluates 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.

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Regional hiring context

There are 35 current state openings in Riverside County, including this position.

Application timeline

Applications close in 20 days, on November 24, 2026.

Posting history

This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on September 22, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.

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