Senior Privacy Auditor - Audits Division - Hybrid Option

Under the general direction of the Chief Privacy Auditor (CEA C), the Privacy Compliance Auditor conducts complex audits and reviews of regulated entities to assess adherence to applicable data protection and privacy laws such as the CCPA and the Delete Act. This position evaluates the entities' practices related to the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of personal information, identifies compliance risks, and prepared detailed reports with findings and recommendations.

Telework is available for this position; however, changes to the telework program are at the Agency's discretion. Remote-centered employees may be required to report in person to one of the agency's multiple reporting locations, as determined by management, and may be required to utilize a shared workspace or "hotel" when working in the office.

The headquarters for this position may be:

San Francisco - One Sansome Street, Suite 600, San Francisco, CA 94104

Los Angeles - 320 West Fourth Street, Suite 860, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Sacramento - 400 R Street, Ste. 350, Sacramento, CA 95811


This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year.


Visa Sponsorship


This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship. CalPrivacy participates in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

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

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR MANAGEMENT AUDITOR

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-517778


Position #(s):
411-120-4161-001

Working Title:
Senior Privacy Auditor - Audits Division - Hybrid Option


Classification:
SENIOR MANAGEMENT AUDITOR $8,265.00 - $10,785.00
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:
United States


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Work Shift:
8:00am-5:00pm


Work Week:
Monday-Friday


Department Information
The California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA)'s mission is to protect Californians' consumer privacy. The Agency implements and enforces the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Its responsibilities include: 1) rulemaking in a highly complicated, technical, sometimes contested, and nuanced area; 2) supporting awareness across California's diverse population on issues related to privacy and data security, including the new rights provided to them by the law; and 3) administrative enforcement of those rights.

Special Requirements

• Employment History on the STD 678 (State Application) must be complete and include employment dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities performed, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. License and Certification numbers included on the STD 678 must include issue date and expiration date. Failure to indicate issue and expiration dates will result in disqualification. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute the STD 678 (State Application). Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 (State Application) may be disqualified. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
• Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of US course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services .
  
  
• The State of California is an eligible employer for the purposes of the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. To learn more, visit Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid
  
  

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: 6/2/2026
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.


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 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:


CA Privacy Protection Agency
OHR - MAILING
Attn: Classification & Pay Unit
PO Box 989052


West Sacramento , CA 95798


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:


CA Privacy Protection Agency
OHR - DROP OFF
Classification & Pay Unit
707 3rd Street, Lobby


West Sacramento , CA 95605


08:00 AM - 05:00 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 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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see the Statement of Qualifications section on the job advertisement for details and instructions.

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:

• Experience with interpretation and application of data privacy laws, regulations, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience overseeing or conducting compliance assessments, including of businesses to ensure compliance with laws and regulations as established by a governmental or control agency.
• Objectivity, impartiality, sound judgment, and demonstrates a high degree of integrity and confidentiality for sensitive issues.
• Experience and/or ability in strong project management, strategic leadership, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience providing formal presentations and reports to executives and other stakeholders regarding the results of compliance audits.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Access to a professional work environment or workspace.

Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

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Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Irene Regalado
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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:
Rhonda Riley
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Additional Information


Reporting Location:

California Privacy Protection Agency

The headquarters for this position may be:

San Francisco - One Sansome Street, Suite 600, San Francisco, CA 94104

Los Angeles - 320 West Fourth Street, Suite 860, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Sacramento - 400 R Street, Ste. 350, Sacramento, CA 95811

For the EEO Contact Information, please visit:


Please specify RPA #30478 and JC-517778 on your state application.


Examination Information:

Those interested in obtaining employment with any state agency must apply and compete in the state's merit-based recruitment and hiring process. To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the "How to Apply" instructions in the examination announcement:

CalCareers Exam/Assessment Search

Successful examination applicants are placed on a hiring eligibility list. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination. Applicants should refer to their examination results or check their CalCareers account for specific list eligibility expiration dates and/or to re-take the examination when necessary.


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Statement of Qualifications


A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. A SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the desirable qualifications. Applicants who fail to submit an SOQ or do not follow instructions as required may be screened out from the selection process. Resumes, cover letters, and other materials WILL NOT be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ.


The SOQ must be numbered in the order presented below. The SOQ should be no more than 2 pages, single spaced, 12pt Arial font.


Describe your experience with:

• Interpretating and applying data privacy laws, regulations, and compliance frameworks, including writing compliance reports.
• Project oversight through managing timelines, delegating work to staff and collaborating with interdisciplinary staff.
• Developing audit tools, procedures, and report templates for new and complex or sensitive compliance auditing programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.


It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.