The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery is looking for a highly skilled, motivated individual to lead the Department’s Administration, Finance, and Information Technology Services Division.
Under the general direction of the Director, the incumbent plans, organizes, and directs the activities of staff engaged in human resources, labor relations, purchasing, contracts, facilities management, business services, training, succession and strategic planning, employee wellness, budgets, accounting, and information technology services. The incumbent develops, implements, and evaluates departmental administrative policies and procedures for effective and efficient delivery of administrative services to the Department’s operations. The incumbent also acts as the key spokesperson for the Department on administrative matters before the California Environmental Protection Agency, the Legislature, federal and state agencies, other public and private entities, and represents the Department on various task forces and committees.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
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.

• C. E. A.

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-491299
Position #(s):
835-150-7500-001
Working Title:
Deputy Director, Administration Division (CEA B)
Classification:
C. E. A.
$10,349.00 - $21,370.00
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:
Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time
Department Information
California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) brings together the state’s recycling and waste management programs to move the state towards a circular economy that reduces waste and reuses all materials.
Through landmark initiatives like the Integrated Waste Management Act and Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, California works toward a society that uses less, recycles more, and takes resource conservation to higher and higher levels.
CalRecycle’s Mission: Protecting California’s environment and climate for the health and prosperity of future generations through the reduction, reuse and recycling of California resources, environmental education, disaster recovery and the transition from a disposable to a fully circular economy.
CalRecycle 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 the environment and preserve resources by empowering Californians to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Join CalRecycle to improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov
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: 9/15/2025

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:
1. Thorough knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to the duties listed in the duty statement.
2. Effective and persuasive communicator, both orally and in writing, with all levels.
3. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with the demonstrated ability for achieving positive results.
4. Personal characteristics that include a commitment to teamwork and a collaborative attitude.
5. Ability to assimilate data, legal issues, risk parameters, and human sensitivities, exercise sound judgment in evaluating alternative courses of action and recommend the preferred direction in the best interest of CalRecycle.
6. Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, flexibility, good judgment and confidentiality.
7. Ability to represent CalRecycle in collaboration with business partners and stakeholders.
8. Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations.
Examination Information
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and serves as the examination for this CEA recruitment and must be included with your application.

Please refer the Job description for details