Executive Assistant to Directorate

Job Posting:
Executive Assistant to the Directorate

Department of Pesticide Regulation

Job
-503318

Classification: ANALYST II

Salary: $6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 1/17/2026

Application Methods:
Electronic (using your Cal Career account) or Mail Drop-off

Are you interested in a meaningful and impactful career? Would you like to contribute to protecting people and the environment and accelerating a statewide transition to sustainable pest management? The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) could be the place for you! Under general direction of the Director and Chief Deputy Director, the Analyst II performs especially difficult administrative assignments or tasks with a high degree of responsibility.

Performs administrative tasks involving research of facts on which decisions or recommendations may be based. Assignments are routinely sensitive and typically specialized. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with numerous private and government agencies, authorities, boards, and commissions, as well as the public. Essential functions of the role include providing dedicated support and assistance to the Director and Chief Deputy Director and relieves him/her of administrative detail by performing the more complex research and analysis of issues of major consequence in a fast‑paced and high performing environment.

The position also independently prepares correspondence, issue papers or presentations on sensitive and/or controversial subjects, coordinating with relevant members of the executive team. The incumbent will be expected to continually perform assessments of existing administrative systems and processes and formulate and make recommendations for new or revised administrative procedures, policies, and business processes to address any gaps, errors, vulnerabilities, or discovered issues.

The duties for this position are primarily performed indoors in an office setting in a high‑rise office building. This position requires prolonged sitting in an office-setting environment with the use of a telephone and personal computer. This position requires daily use of a copier, telephone, computer, and general office equipment, as needed. This position may require the use of a handcart to transport documents and/or equipment over 20 pounds (i.e., laptop, computer, projector, reference materials, handouts, flyers, etc.).

NOTE:

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

Minimum requirements are detailed in the Class Specification.

Hybrid telework is available for California residents under Government Code 14200. The position may also be performed in the office located in the CalEPA Building at 1001 I Street in Sacramento, CA.

Permanent, Full Time

DPR is part of the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), and our vision is for pest management that is safe, effective, and sustainable for all Californians and our environment. Our core values include accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and integrity. We are innovative and passionate about the work we do.

DPR 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 human health and the environment by regulating pesticide sales and use, and by fostering reduced‑risk pest management.

Join DPR to improve the lives of all Californians.

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