Assistant Deputy Commissioner, Administration of Fiscal Management and Business Operations

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 in Sacramento. This role provides operational leadership and oversight of policies within the Fiscal Management Office and Business Operations Office, ensuring effective development and implementation of key policies related to budgeting, financial planning, procurement, contracting, facilities management, and compliance with state regulations.

About the role

Under the general direction of the Deputy Commissioner of Administration, the Assistant Deputy Commissioner ensures the effective management of operations, compliance with state and departmental guidelines, and optimization of resource allocation to meet operational goals. The role leads the implementation of business units to ensure fiscal and operational responsibility.

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 are considered the Director’s top management team.

The DFPI is California’s financial regulator, overseeing state-chartered banks, credit unions, student loan servicers, and more, while protecting consumers by examining and licensing financial activities and taking action against unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership and oversight of policies within the Fiscal Management Office and Business Operations Office.
• Develop and implement key policies related to budgeting, financial planning, procurement, contracting, facilities management, and compliance with state regulations.
• Ensure compliance with state and departmental guidelines.
• Optimize resource allocation to meet operational goals.
• Lead the implementation of business units to ensure fiscal and operational responsibility.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Robust training program and opportunities for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). Full-time employees receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits per month. The salary range listed does not reflect this reduction.

Pay

Monthly Salary: $10,349 - $12,526

Schedule

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

Final Filing Date: September 1, 2026