Assistant Deputy Commissioner, Human Resources (CEA Level A)

About the Job

The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) is seeking an Assistant Deputy Commissioner, Human Resources (CEA A). This position is located in Sacramento.

Under the general direction of the Deputy Commissioner of Administration, the Assistant Deputy Commissioner, Human Resources (CEA A), is a senior executive leadership role offering the opportunity to shape and guide DFPIs human resources strategy during a period of continued growth, change, and innovation. Serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, this position provides strategic oversight of human resources policy, compliance, and risk management while leading organizational change initiatives that support DFPIs mission, values, and long-term goals.

This role is ideal for an executive HR leader who thrives in a complex, highly regulated public-sector environment and is motivated by meaningful work with statewide impact.

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.

The incumbent must be willing to exercise flexibility and agility as well as be willing to telework (remote work) from home as needed. Telework is subject to DFPI's Telework Program Policy.

• CEA A Monthly Salary: $10,349 - $12,526
• Final Filing Date: June 19 th , 2026

Learn more about the CEA role and apply before June 19 th , 2026:

DFPI is Californias 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 Directors 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.

Department Website: www.dfpi.ca.gov