Assistant Deputy Commissioner, Administration of Fiscal Management & BOO (CEA Level A)

Assistant Deputy Commissioner, Administration of Fiscal Management and Business Operations (CEA Level A)

The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) is seeking an Assistant Deputy Commissioner, Administration of Fiscal Management and Business Operations (CEA Level A) to join our leadership team! The CEA position will be filled in the DFPI office location headquartered in Sacramento. Under the general direction of the Deputy Commissioner of Administration, the Assistant Deputy Commissioner of Fiscal Management and Business Operations (CEA A) is responsible for providing operational leadership and oversight of policies within the Fiscal Management Office and Business Operations Office. The Assistant Deputy Commissioner ensures the effective development and implementation of key policies related to budgeting, financial planning, procurement, contracting, facilities management, and compliance with state regulations. The role focuses on managing operations, ensuring compliance with state and departmental guidelines, and optimizing resource allocation to meet operational goals. Leads the implementation of the business units to ensure fiscal and operational responsibility. Consider a rewarding career as a CEA with the DFPI to help us build and promote outstanding leadership and a highly engaged, collaborative workforce.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each full-time employee shall receive a reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range included in the job advertisement does not reflect the reduction in pay. Employees will receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 per month.

This job requires reporting on site a minimum of 4 days a week, however, telework may be available once established.

• CEA A Monthly Salary: $10,349 - $12,526
• Final Filing Date: September 1, 2026

The DFPI is California's financial regulator, working to protect consumers by examining and licensing financial activities and taking action against unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices. We oversee state-chartered banks, credit unions, student loan servicers, and more. The DFPI has office locations in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco. The DFPI offers benefit packages, competitive salary, a robust training program and opportunities for advancement.

Career Executive Assignments (CEAs) are state employees in high-level managerial positions primarily responsible for policy implementation and extensive participation in policy evolvement. These positions have continuous, direct interface with department directors and in their respective departments are considered the Director's top management team.

Consider a rewarding career as a CEA with the DFPI to help us build and promote outstanding leadership and a highly engaged, collaborative workforce.