Summary
The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) is seeking an experienced executive leader to serve as its Chief Fiscal Officer (C.E.A. Level B). This executive leadership position is responsible for directing the department's fiscal operations, including budget development, accounting, cash management, expenditure forecasting, and fiscal policy. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the Chief Fiscal Officer serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership while representing the department on complex fiscal matters with the Legislature, Department of Finance, State Controller's Office, California Labor and Workforce Development Agency, and other key stakeholders.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned fiscal executive with extensive experience in public sector budgeting, financial management, strategic planning, and executive leadership.
Job Description
As the Chief Fiscal Officer, you will provide executive leadership and strategic oversight for the Department of Industrial Relations' fiscal operations. Responsibilities include:
- Direct the Department's Budget and Accounting Offices.
- Lead the development, preparation, analysis, and implementation of the Department's annual budget.
- Oversee accounting operations, expenditure forecasting, cash management, and financial reporting.
- Provide fiscal analysis and recommendations to the Director, Chief Deputy Director, Chief Operating Officer, executive management team, and program leadership.
- Serve as the Department's primary fiscal representative with the Legislature, Legislative Analyst's Office, Department of Finance, State Controller's Office, California Labor and Workforce Development Agency, and other control agencies.
- Review fiscal impacts of legislative proposals, departmental initiatives, and program changes.
- Direct multidisciplinary teams of managers and professional staff responsible for fiscal planning and administration.
- Ensure compliance with state fiscal policies, accounting standards, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Develop strategic fiscal policies that support the Department's mission and long-term goals.
- Represent the Department on sensitive and complex fiscal matters while maintaining collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Work Location
1416 9th Street, 13th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
Work Schedule
- Hybrid telework available
- Full-time
- Career Executive Assignment (CEA)
Job Requirements
Successful candidates should possess:
Required Qualifications
- Extensive executive or senior management experience in fiscal administration, budgeting, accounting, or financial management.
- Experience developing and implementing strategic fiscal goals and policies.
- Experience analyzing complex budgetary and accounting issues and presenting recommendations to executive leadership.
- Experience leading managers and multidisciplinary professional teams.
- Strong understanding of California state government budgeting and fiscal operations.
- Experience working with legislative processes and representing organizations before executive leadership or legislative bodies.
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with state control agencies, executive leadership, and external stakeholders.
Desired Knowledge and Skills
- Budget development and fiscal policy
- Government accounting principles
- Cash management and expenditure forecasting
- Strategic planning
- Executive leadership
- Policy development and implementation
- Organizational management
- Legislative affairs
- Public administration
- Program evaluation
- Communication and presentation skills
- Relationship management
- Team leadership and staff development
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit the following:
- Completed State Application (STD. 678)
- Resume
- Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
Statement of Qualifications Requirements
The SOQ is required and must:
- Be no more than three pages
- Single-spaced
- 10-point Arial font
- Include your name, page number, and Job Control number on each page
- Address all five required questions listed in the official announcement
Failure to follow the SOQ instructions or respond to all required questions may result in disqualification.
Applications must be submitted no later than August 6, 2026.
Additional Information
The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) works to improve working conditions for California's wage earners while advancing opportunities for profitable employment throughout the state. DIR administers and enforces laws governing:
- Workplace safety and health
- Wages and labor standards
- Apprenticeship programs
- Workers' compensation
- Labor law enforcement
This position offers:
- Hybrid telework opportunities
- Competitive State of California executive salary
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement through CalPERS
- Paid leave and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to serve in a key executive leadership role within California state government
Location
Sacramento, California
Final Filing Date
August 6, 2026
California Department of Industrial Relations
The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) is a state agency dedicated to improving working conditions, ensuring fair labor practices, and promoting workplace safety across California. DIR oversees key divisions such as Cal/OSHA, which enforces workplace safety regulations, and the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE), which upholds labor laws and wage protections. Through compliance programs, worker education, and employer outreach, DIR helps create fair, safe, and equitable workplaces for all Californians.
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