Dir.ca.gov (2024)

FAQs

What does the California DIR do? ›

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) protects and improves the health, safety and economic well- being of over 18 million workers in California and helps their employers understand and comply with state labor laws. DIR was established in 1927 to improve workplace conditions.

All contractors and subcontractors must register with the DIR and meet DIR requirements before bidding on public works contracts in California. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the DIR.

Minimum Wage Increases: As of Jan. 1, 2024, the California state minimum wage will increase to $16 per hour for all employers, regardless of employee headcount. This also means that as of Jan. 1, 2024, exempt employees in California must be paid a minimum annual salary of $66,560.

How long does it take for DIR to process contractor registrations, verify submitted information, and post contractor information in the registration list that is accessible online? This process can take less than 24 hours if registration fees (including penalties, if applicable) are paid by credit card.

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The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) is strongly committed to the values of integrity and accountability in public service. DIR holds its workforce to high ethical standards, including through compliance with these legal requirements.

Only projects monitored and enforced by an approved labor compliance program (LCP) or covered by a qualifying project labor agreement may be exempted from the requirement to submit certified payroll records to DIR.

DIR REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR CONTRACTORS, SUB-CONTRACTORS, AND TRUCKERS (INCLUDING OWNER-OPERATORS) WORKING PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS IN CALIFORNIA. Registration period runs from July first through June 30^th of the following year. The annual registration fee increased from $300 to $400 effective 7/1/17.

The prevailing wage rate is the basic hourly rate paid on public works projects to a majority of workers engaged in a particular craft, classification or type of work within the locality and in the nearest labor market area (if a majority of such workers are paid at a single rate).

These schedules also permit nonexempt employees to work more than eight hours in a day without incurring daily overtime. Common examples of alternative workweek schedules are the 4/10 (employees work four 10-hour days in a workweek) or the 9/80 (employees work 80 hours in nine days over two workweeks).

What is wrongful termination in California? ›

In California, wrongful termination refers to the unlawful dismissal of an employee by their employer. It occurs when an employer fires a worker for reasons that violate state or federal laws. Common unlawful reasons include discrimination based on factors such as age, disability, or pregnancy.

The 2025 Building Energy Efficiency Standards will apply to newly constructed buildings, additions, and alterations. Workshops will be held to present revisions and obtain public comments. Proposed standards will be adopted in 2024 with an effective date of January 1, 2026.

California SB854 requires all contractors and subcontractors of any tier intending to bid or perform work on public works projects to be register with the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and annually renew online for the program.

Register public works projects with DIR. Project registration must be completed within 30 days of awarding the contract, but no later than the first day in which a contractor has workers employed upon the public works.

The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions in California & advance opportunities for profitable employment.

Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet)

With nearly 2 million veterans living in the State, CalVet strives to ensure that its veterans of every era and their families get the state and federal benefits and services they have earned and deserve as a result of selfless and honorable military service.

The California Department of Developmental Services is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.

The Employment Development Department (EDD) offers a wide variety of services to millions of Californians under Unemployment Insurance (UI), State Disability Insurance (SDI), workforce investment (Jobs and Training), and Labor Market Information programs.

The Attorney General's responsibilities include safeguarding Californians from harm and promoting community safety, preserving California's spectacular natural resources, enforcing civil rights laws, and helping victims of identity theft, mortgage-related fraud, illegal business practices, and other consumer crimes.