Assistant Deputy Secretary of Administrative Policy

This position may be eligible for a hybrid telework option, in accordance with the Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency Telework Policy. This position will be required to report to the Sacramento Headquarters Office as required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Under the general direction of the Deputy Secretary, Fiscal Policy and Administration (Deputy Secretary) at the Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency (Agency), the Manager II serves as a senior advisor and strategic resource to the Agency and its eleven member departments on administrative and business services operations, including human resources, statewide training, facilities management, contracts and procurement, and FI$Cal-related fiscal coordination. The Manager II leads the coordination and implementation of complex, high-priority organizational initiatives, including activities associated with the Governor's Reorganization Plan and the stand-up of new agencies and entities. In this capacity, the incumbent works in close collaboration with control agencies and partner departments including the Department of General Services (DGS), Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA), and Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to establish administrative infrastructure, operational frameworks, and business services processes necessary to support ongoing operations. In close coordination with the Assistant Deputy Secretary of Fiscal Policy, the Manager II supports cross-functional alignment between fiscal and administrative operations and participates in cross-training efforts to ensure continuity of critical business services and organizational readiness during the transition period. Following the July 1 implementation of the reorganization, the incumbent works collaboratively with the counterpart leadership position within the California Housing and Homelessness Agency (CHHA) to maintain continuity of business operations, support shared resources, and promote consistent administrative practices across successor entities. The position provides agency-wide oversight of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Labor Relations functions and serves as the designated EEO Officer for the Agency and the Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board (ABCAB). The Manager II plans, directs, and manages complex Agency-wide special projects; provides leadership, policy direction, and daily oversight to the Administrative Operations Unit (AOU) and Executive Support Unit (ESU); and develops policies, procedures, and internal controls that advance operational effectiveness, compliance with statewide requirements, and alignment with Agency strategic priorities. This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code . The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. BCSHA does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. MANAGER II Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-509244 Position #(s): 338-100-4802-002 Working Title: Assistant Deputy Secretary of Administrative Policy Classification: MANAGER II $9,572.00 - $10,867.00 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: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Shift: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Work Week: Monday - Friday Department Information The Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency (BCSH) is the California government cabinet-level agency that licenses and regulates over 4 million professionals, businesses, and financial services; funds and facilitates the preservation and expansion of safe, affordable housing; advances statewide collaborative efforts to prevent and end homelessness; and guards and enforces California's civil rights laws. In 2025, the Governor's Reorganization Plan (GRP) was enacted which will dissolve the current Agency and establish two new Age ncies - the Business and Consumer Services Agency (BCSA) and the California Housing and Homelessness Agency (CHHA) in its place by July 1, 2026. This position will transition to the new BCSA effective July 1, 2026. Department Website: Special Requirements Employment History on the STD 678 (State Application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 (State Application) may be disqualified. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. 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: 3/10/2026 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). 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 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: Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency OHR - Mailing Attn: Classification & Pay Unit P.O. Box 989052 West Sacramento , CA 95798-9052 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency OHR - DROP OFF Classification & Pay Unit 707 3rd Street Suite 7-130 West Sacramento , CA 95605 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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications - REQUIRED- Statement of Qualifications. Please see the Statement of Qualifications section on the job advertisement for details and instructions. 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. 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: Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professionals and administrative staff. This position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Strong leadership and team-build ing skills. Excellent writing skills. A thorough understanding of the organization and functions of California State Government. Benefits There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include: Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance Paid Holidays and leave Defined benefi t retirement program Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457) Commute Program Employee Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Click here to view all the benefits available to state employees! Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: Hiring Unit Contact: Gretchen Tanguileg (279) 899-2045 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 Main Line (916) 376-5127 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 Information Reporting Location: BCSH/Cal ICH 500 Capitol Mall, Suite 1850 Sacramento, CA, 95814 Please specify RPA #30030 and JC-509244 on your state application. Examination Information: Those interested in obtaining employment with any state agency must apply and compete in the state's merit-based recruitment and hiring process. To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the "How to Apply" instructions in the examination announcement: CalCareers Exam/Assessment Search Successful examination applicants are placed on a hiring eligibility list. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination. Applicants should refer to their examination results or check their CalCareers account for specific list eligibility expiration dates and/or to re-take the examination when necessary. For questions regarding the examination process, please contact the DGS Examinations Unit at . Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) must be submitted with your application. Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be disqualified and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. The SOQ will serve as documentation of your ability to present written information clearly and concisely. SOQ must: Responses should be no longer than two pages in length total, 12 pt font, single-spaced. Please answer the following questions: 1. Describe your experience working at Agency level, with all administration functions: human resources; facilities; contract and procurement; Fi$Cal; and budgeting and accounting processes. Describe how your experience has ensured continuity of function with the multiple departments that fall under an Agency's umbrella. 2. Describe your experience with Equal Employment Opportunity? When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education, and training for each question and explain your answers thoroughly. Please include 1) places of employment; 2) pertinent dates; 3) duties performed, etc. when responding to each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. 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.

Created: 2026-03-10