Job Posting: Deputy Director, Chief Information Officer

Department of Pesticide Regulation

JC-514633
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Deputy Director, Chief Information Officer
C. E. A.

$12,893.00 - $13,208.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 6/10/2026

Job Description and Duties

Are you interested in a meaningful and impactful career? Would you like to contribute to protecting people and the environment and accelerating a statewide transition to sustainable pest management? The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) could be the place for you!

Under the administrative direction of the Chief Deputy Director, the C.E.A. serves as DPR’s Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Deputy Director of the Office of Technology Services Division (OTSD). The CEA has management responsibility for DPR’s fully centralized information technology (IT) activities and functions and serves as the principal policymaker who is responsible for managing, directing, providing leadership, and formulating and recommending policy related to the OTSD, which consists of the Information Technology Operations Branch and the Project and Business Development Branch. The CEA provides the highest level of consultation, advice, and strategic planning to the Director, Chief Deputy Director, and other Deputy Directors on program and policy issues, risk assessment, and program improvement related to programs within the OTSD. The CEA interfaces with the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA or Agency) and is responsible for the uniform application of departmental policies and procedures that affect departmental operations. The incumbent works with the other Deputy Directors (DDs) to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Department.

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

Working Conditions

Performance of these duties requires the use of computers, networks, databases, electronic mail (both internal and external), voicemail, and the Internet up to 8 hours per day.

NOTE: This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

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-514633
Position #(s):
814-001-7500-XXX
Working Title:
Deputy Director, Chief Information Officer
Classification:
C. E. A.
$12,893.00 - $13,208.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

Department Information

DPR is part of the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), and our vision is for pest management that is safe, effective, and sustainable for all Californians and our environment. Our core values include accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and integrity. We are innovative and passionate about the work we do.

DPR 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 human health and the environment by fostering sustainable pest management and regulating pesticides.

In compliance with federal law, all hires will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. (Note: The Department of Pesticide Regulation does not sponsor visas.)

DPR Recruitment Survey - Please click here to complete the survey

Come join our team at DPR to improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov

Special Requirements

  • This position is designated Conflict of Interest and requires disclosure of economic interests. 
  • Please do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to: basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, marital status, age, national origin, medical conditions, and use of medical leave.

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: 6/10/2026

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 Pesticide Regulation
Human Resources Branch
Attn: T. Kalb
1001 I Street, MS 4B
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Pesticide Regulation
Human Resources Branch
T. Kalb
1001 I Street, MS 4B
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 04:30 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 - In addition to the Standard State Application (STD. 678) and resume, all interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications. Please see the “Statement of Qualifications” section for more 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.

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:

  • 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 or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager’s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary 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 or 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:
  • Experience in development and implementation of state regulation or administrative policy. This should include program and administration, and project and performance management. 
  • Leadership, flexibility, judgment and political acumen necessary to think strategically, anticipate and respond to emerging issues, and perform in the capacity of a Deputy Director. 
  • Excellent interpersonal/communication skills to interact and communicate effectively and collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders to accomplish department-wide and statewide goals. 
  • Knowledge of the terms, concepts, and principles related to the fields of Environmental Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), and/or Racial Equity. 
  • Commitment to accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and integrity.

Examination Information

The exam consists of the Standard State Application (STD 678) and the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). A departmental evaluation committee will screen the applications and SOQs based on pre-determined criteria, which takes into account the knowledge, skills, experience, and desirable qualifications relevant to the position.

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 position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Terry Kalb
(916) 445-2757
terry.kalb@cdpr.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) 445-3979
alexis.carriker@cdpr.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.

Statement of Qualifications

The Statement of Qualifications is a narrative discussion with specific information on how the candidate’s education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the minimum qualifications and desirable qualifications required for this position. The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely. You must answer the SOQ and follow all instructions in order to be considered interested/eligible in the position.

Instructions:
This Statement of Qualifications must be typed using 12 point font, no more than three (3) pages in length. Responses must be numbered and addressed in the following order:

  1. The Deputy Director oversees the Office of Technology Services Division. Describe your experience leading a multidisciplinary information technology team. 
  2. Describe a time when you were instrumental in introducing a fundamental change in your workplace on a fixed timeframe. What steps did you take to implement the change?
  3. What strategies have you used to foster inclusive professional practices to serve diverse communities or customers? 
  4. Describe your experience successfully balancing competing and/or conflicting objectives. Please include at least one detailed example. 

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not take the place of the statement of qualifications.

APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO SUBMIT ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS LISTED ABOVE BY THE FINAL FILING DATE WILL BE ELIMINATED FROM THE EXAMINATION.

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
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