Job Posting: Deputy Director

Department of Toxic Substances Control

JC-494462
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Deputy Director
C. E. A.

$10,349.00 - $21,370.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/24/2025

Job Description and Duties

Are you a visionary technology leader passionate about advancing California’s mission to protect people and the environment? The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) invites dynamic, forward-thinking professionals to apply for the role of Chief Information Officer. As a key member of our executive team, you will shape the future of our IT strategy, champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, and lead with integrity and sound judgment. If you thrive on innovation, value collaborative leadership, and are committed to fostering a workplace where all voices are heard and respected, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on California’s communities and environment.

Scope of Responsibilities:

  • Exercise management responsibility and provide policy direction to ensure the most effective and innovative use of technology and data resources and to identify technological solutions to office automation, application development, and systems analysis
  • Develop and maintain policies and procedures that ensure the security of all data
  • Oversee administration of local area network operations, system software installation and maintenance, wide area network administration, DTSC’s E-Manifest System, Internet/Intranet development and administration, telephone systems, and user support services
  • Exercise management oversight and provides policy direction for the performance of the following essential functions and services for DTSC’s internal and business users
  • Develop an OEIM strategic plan for maintaining and improving business processes that effectively support DTSC’s mission
  • Manage implementation of the IT components of the DTSC Strategic Plan, recommend and develop information technology systems, prepare business analysis reports, oversee procurement of equipment and services, and provide reports and updates to control agencies on a variety of IT matters and projects

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

Working Conditions

This position is currently located in DTSC’s Headquarters in Sacramento. There may be opportunity to consider a location change to the following counties: Alameda County, Fresno County, Imperial County, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Sacramento County, and San Diego County. The location will be determined prior to receiving an official job offer.



Click the link below for a special message from Director Katie Butler on DTSC’s culture:

DTSC - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)

Minimum Requirements

This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-494462
Position #(s):
810-250-7500-016
Working Title:
Deputy Director
Classification:
C. E. A.
$10,349.00 - $21,370.00 B
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:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time
Facility:
Headquarters

Department Information

This position is located at our Headquarters office in Downtown Sacramento, CA.

 

The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDO) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).

 

Our Mission: To protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products.

 

Our Vision: All of California is thriving in a healthy environment.

 

Our Core Values: DTSC values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!

 

DTSC Recruitment Survey:

Click here to complete the DTSC recruitment survey.

Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Statement of Qualification (SOQ) Instructions

 

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.


You must provide direct responses to each of the SOQs listed below. Each individual response must be numbered and include the full text of the SOQ prior to each response. Please address how you possess each SOQ using specific examples of your education, training, and experience.

 

The SOQ MUST not exceed three (3) pages in length, twelve (12) point Arial font, single spaced, and one (1) inch margins. A SOQ that does not conform to the specifications will be given a disqualifying score.

 

Your SOQ should address the following:

 

1. Describe your experience in Information Technology (IT), data governance, and in re-engineering legacy IT systems to achieve reliability, efficiency, and functionality. Please provide specific examples of how you have led or contributed to modernization initiatives, and the impact these have had on organizational performance and service delivery.

 

2. Describe your experience applying project management and resource planning techniques to IT projects or initiatives. How have you ensured that projects were delivered on time, within budget, and met user needs? Include examples of how you managed competing priorities and resource constraints.

 

3. Describe your experience with formulating, negotiating, and developing policy in support of a department’s mission, vision, and goals. How have you aligned technology services and data analytics resources to support organizational objectives? Provide specific examples.

 

4. Describe your experience developing and leading multi-disciplinary teams, both internally and externally. Include how you developed program-specific operational plans, established best practices, and performance metrics to promote and support organizational change. How did you foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within your teams?

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: 10/24/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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:

Department of Toxic Substances Control
Headquarters
Attn: Talent Acquisition
P.O. Box 806
Sacramento, CA 95812-0806

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Toxic Substances Control
CalEPA
Talent Acquisition 21st Floor
1001 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814-2828
Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the "Special Requirements” section above for additional information.

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.

Examination Qualification Requirements

All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement.

Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.

Minimum Qualifications

CEA examinations are open to all applicants who possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements as described in the examination bulletin. Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in civil service.

General Qualifications

State civil service employees must possess essential general qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.

Knowledge and Abilities

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy – influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:


Knowledges: Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration,organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department’s and agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager’s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.

Abilities: Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multi-disciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to the department’s and agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.

These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies (experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, other government settings, or in a private organization):

CEA Level A - Responsible for broad administrative and program activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program policies.

CEA Level B - Responsible for extensive managerial and program administration or broad program manager experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of program policies.

CEA Level C - Responsible for extensive highly professional influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the mission of the State department and often exercising technical and or professional skills that are required at this level.

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:
  • Proven Leadership in Information Technology Modernization
  • Demonstrated experience leading large-scale IT modernization initiatives, including legacy system re-engineering, with measurable outcomes in reliability, efficiency, and user satisfaction 
  • Expertise in Data Governance and Security
  • In-depth knowledge of data governance frameworks and best practices for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information in a public sector environment 
  • Strategic Planning and Policy Development
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement long-term strategic plans and policies that align technology services with organizational mission, vision, and goals 
  • Effective Project and Resource Management
  • Proven ability to manage complex IT project portfolios, including budget administration, resource allocation, risk mitigation, and ensuring timely, on-budget delivery 
  • Experience Collaborating with Regulatory and Oversight Bodies
  • Experience working with state, federal, or local control agencies to ensure compliance with mandates and regulations affecting IT operations 
  • Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
  • Demonstrated record of advocating for and advancing DEI principles, fostering a workplace where employees from all backgrounds feel welcome, included, and able to thrive; experience developing or leading programs that promote DEI in the workplace 
  • Track Record of Ethical Leadership and Integrity
  • High ethical standards, sound judgment, and integrity in all professional actions; proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion, and to model ethical conduct for others 
  • Exceptional Communication Engagement Skills
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including executive leadership, staff, legislators, and the public; skilled in presenting ideas and building consensus 
  • Inclusive Team Development and Organizational Change Management
  • Demonstrated success in developing, leading, and motivating multidisciplinary teams; experience with organizational change management, staff development, succession planning, and fostering a collaborative, inclusive team culture 
  • Innovative Problem-Solving and Coalition Building
  • Ability to proactively identify challenges and opportunities, develop innovative solutions, and build coalitions across departments and agencies to achieve shared goals and best practices 

Examination Information

If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the performance of others who take this examination, and all successful candidates will be ranked according to their scores.

A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results.

The results of this examination will only be used to fill this position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.

Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most qualified candidates.

The examining Department reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.

Special Testing Arrangements

If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, answer the Reasonable Accommodations question appropriately on your Application (STD 678). You will be contacted to make specific arrangements. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this announcement.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Talent Aquisition
(279) 895-5034
Talent@dtsc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Shannon White
(916) 327-4039
Shannon.White@dtsc.ca.gov

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:
EEO Office
(916) 324-3095
OCR@dtsc.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Application Instructions

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

 

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date. Please include JC-494462 on your application.

   

DO NOT include any confidential information in your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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