C. E. A.

Department of Financial Protection and Innovation; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California's Department of Financial Protection and Innovation seeks a Deputy Commissioner for the Digital Financial Assets Law Division, a CEA Level B leadership role in Sacramento. You will shape policy, supervise professionals, and advance regulatory efforts for digital assets.

This on-site posting notes possible telework after establishment, with the Sacramento headquarters serving as a hub for statewide initiatives and regulatory excellence.

Job description

Job Posting:Deputy Commissioner, Digital Financial Assets Law Division

Department of Financial Protection and Innovation

JC-534661 -

JC-534661 - Deputy Commissioner, Digital Financial Assets Law Division

C. E. A.

$12,131.00 - $14,453.00 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: 12/7/2026

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

The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) is seeking a Deputy Commissioner, Digital Financial Assets Law Division (CEA Level B) to join our leadership team!

This Division oversees regulatory compliance over digital financial assets (also known as cryptocurrency or crypto assets), provides consumer and investor protection, and fosters innovation in the digital financial assets sector. Key functions include reviewing, approving, and declining DFAL license applications, supervising existing DFAL licensees, working with the DFPI Legal Division on developing and enforcing regulations, and conducting research on emerging trends.

Under the general direction of the Senior Deputy Commissioner, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) is responsible for the formulation, operation, and evaluation of program policies for the DFPI. This includes planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and reviewing professional program staff working on the implementation of the DFAL.

The Digital Financial Assets Law ( DFAL) Division is dedicated to overseeing AB 39 and SB 401, collectively known as the Digital Financial Assets Law.

Consider a rewarding career as a CEA with the DFPI to help us build and promote outstanding leadership and a highly engaged, collaborative workforce.

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

Working Conditions

This job requires reporting on site, however, telework may be available once established.Will consider all DFPI office locations headquartered in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or San Diego.

Sacramento Location: The Sacramento office is in the new state-of-the-art May Lee State Office Complex in Sacramento's River District, conveniently located next to Light Rail. On site parking available for a fee.

San Francisco Location: The San Francisco office is