Program Assistant Chief, California Justice Information Services Division (C.E.A., B)

California Department of Justice; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

11 paid holidays

Flexible paid leave

Pension

Work-life balance

Job summary

California Department of Justice in Sacramento is seeking a Program Assistant Chief for the CJIS Division to oversee BCIA and JDIS policy development and implementation. The role requires coordinating with the IT team to align program operations with information initiatives and representing CJIS at multi-agency meetings.

Flexible schedules and telecommuting options may be available. This career executive assignment–non-tenured, full time position offers a stable state government role with

Qualifications

• Required Application Documents
• Desirable Qualifications

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Pending CalHR Approval.

Under the general direction of the Chief of the California Justice Information Services Division (CJIS), the Program Assistant Chief will direct the development and implementation of policies and programs of the business operations bureaus (Bureau of Criminal Information and Analysis (BCIA) and Justice Data and Investigative Services (JDIS)). The CJIS Program Assistant Chief will serve as a program expert and provide direction and policy guidance regarding JDIS and BCIA, while also collaborating with the CJIS Information Technology (IT) Assistant Chief. The incumbent will work with the IT Assistant Chief to bridge the gaps between the division's program operations that focus on criminal justice information analysis and the IT bureaus. The incumbent will develop, implement, and amend policy and procedures and provide guidance and direction to BCIA and JDIS staff related to projects, outreach and criminal justice information initiatives. The Program Assistant Chief will represent the CJIS division and the CJIS Division Chief at meetings involving federal, state and local matters related to criminal justice information programs.

Flexible schedules and telecommuting options may be available.

• Required Application Documents
• Desirable Qualifications

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

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533202

Position #(s): 420-705-7500-XXX

Working Title: Program Assistant Chief, California Justice Information Services Division (C.E.A., B)

Classification: C. E. A.

Salary: $16,618.00 - $18,031.00 B

Please note the Department of Justice has the discretion to negotiate the salary listed on this bulletin depending on the selected candidate's background and qualifications.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

Department Information

• This position is located in the Department of Justice, California Justice Information Services Division.
• Please visit the Attorney General's website for more information at https://oag.ca.gov / .

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR

Benefits of working for the State of California

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!