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About the Labor Commissioner's Office

The Office of the Labor Commissioner is a division of the Nevada Department of Business and Industry, with two locations to serve the Nevada's workers and businesses throughout the state. 

Nevada's workers are critical to the economy and quality of life in our State, and the Labor Commissioner strives to ensure that all workers are treated fairly under the law.

The Office of the Labor Commissioner is comprised of four sections:

  • Wage and Hour
  • The Employment of Minors
  • Public Works and Prevailing Wage
  • Private Employment Agency Licensing

The Labor Commissioner investigates complaints of non-payment of wages, State minimum wage, overtime, and prevailing wage disputes. The office also monitors youth employment standards, including work hours and safe, non-hazardous working conditions.

Staff:

The Office of the Labor Commissioner is staffed by Labor Commissioner Brett Harris, Deputy Labor Commissioner Malia Tatom, Chief Investigator Kate Allen, Apprenticeship Director Toni Giddens, Chief Assistant Eileen Woltz, ten Investigators, and an Administrative Staff of eight.

Both offices have the ability to serve Spanish speaking Claimants and Employers.

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    Employment Agencies Forms

    In accordance with NRS Chapter 611, the Office of the Labor Commissioner is tasked with the responsibility of licensing Private Employment Agencies. Listed below are the forms used for the application and bond process.

    Public Records Request Form

    All Public Records Requests should be made in writing on the Public Records Request Form below. Once the Public Records Request Form has been received by the Office of the Labor Commissioner, the contact listed on the form will receive acknowledgment of receipt within five (5) business days. The Office of the Labor Commissioner will review and evaluate the request and will complete the request based on the size and scope of work required and will inform the Requestor.