Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the administrative direction of the Deputy Chief, Apprenticeship Expansion of the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS), the Assistant Chief, Apprenticeship Operations provides executive leadership and direction related to apprenticeship operations and also to CA Apprenticeship Council (CAC) associated apprenticeship programs, which includes programs in the building and fire trades occupations. The incumbent acts as the key advisor to the Chief for policy decisions related to CAC apprenticeship programs and leads any CAC related rule making processes, and the operational implementation of any policy or rules changes. The incumbent leads the work of the CAC and serves as the DAS Staff Liaison to the CAC, managing all communications with CAC Commissioners and ensuring proper meeting preparations. The incumbent also directs DAS operations including office administration, budgeting, complaints process management, program evaluations, data and information technology systems for apprenticeship and division operations. The incumbent advises on all funding related to building and fire trades programs, including but not limited to the CAC Training Funds and the Equal Representation in Construction Apprenticeships Grants. The incumbent provides thought leadership and direction related to expanding access to high quality and equitable apprenticeship in the building and fire trades, including representing DAS in forums to increase the representation of women in the building trades. (Travel Required)

Telework Information: This position is currently eligible for telework up to three days per week and is required to report in person a minimum of two days per week. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change consistent with the DIR Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200 – 14203. Telework is available to California residents, and proof of residency may be required.

The incumbent is expected to communicate effectively with team members and program leaders and to foster a culture that supports the mission and vision of the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS). Provide outstanding customer service to stakeholders.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

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.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

In addition to the Standard State Application (STD 678), all interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualification (SOQ).  Within each response, include specific information as to how your professional experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the qualifications and desirable qualifications of this position. 

Please limit your SOQ to a maximum of 5 pages, single spaced, 11 point Arial font, and 1 inch margins . The SOQ should be numbered in the same order as the Statement of Qualification and should address each of the desirable qualifications. Each response should be in their own paragraph(s). Applicants who do not follow these requirements may be disqualified from the examination. Applicants who do not provide responses to the 5 specific questions below will be disqualified. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

Please respond to the following questions in your SOQ with specific information in each of your responses. 

1. Describe your experience, including the number of years, in working with building and/or fire trades apprenticeship programs. Please provide specific examples of your experience.

2. Describe your experience, including the number of years, collaborating with diverse internal and/or external advisory and policy making groups, who may have divergent perspectives, on complex policy or regulatory issues, including navigating politically sensitve or controversial matters. Please provide an example(s) of your experience.

3. Describe your leadership experience, including the number of years, administering public funding or grant programs, developing budget proposals or managing budgets. Provide examples on how you created relevant benchmarks, performance measurements, and milestones to support sustainable outcomes.

4. Describe your experience, including the number of years, using specific examples, of implementing a new software, or IT System rollout, or data analysis project that informed a significant organizational decision. What tools or systems did you utilize? What stakeholders did you engage in the process? What strategies did you use to keep the project on target.

5. Describe your direct managerial experience, including the number of years. Provide specific examples of your experience developing a strategic workplan with timelines, and how you supported your staff and the organization to meet milestones.

Applicants will also be evaluated on how clearly and concisely their qualifications were presented throughout the SOQ (including grammar, spelling and punctuation).

Applications received without a Statement of Qualification shall be rejected.

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: 12/14/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.

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:

Department of Industrial Relations

Cert - Mailing Address

Attn: Examination Unit

1515 Clay St., Suite 901

Oakland , CA 94612

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Industrial Relations

Cert - Drop Off Address

Examination Unit

1515 Clay St., Suite 901

Oakland , CA 94612

Please ring bell for service.

08:00 AM - 04:00 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 - A Statement of Qualification is required for this job posting. All applicant must follow the guideline listed on this job posting to be accepted for evaluation. Candidates who did not follow the direction outline may be disqualified.

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.

Benefits

DIR is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse and interactive.

Here are a few ways we stay engaged with our team:

• Continuous and ongoing training
• Employee Assistance Program

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

• Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Defined retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Benefit information can be found on the  CalHR website and the  CalPERS website. 

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
Examination Unit
(800) 564-0771
Exam@dir.ca.gov

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:
Diversity and Inclusion Office
(916) 559-6999
DIO@dir.ca.gov

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.

Special Instructions

The results of this examination will be used only to fill this position and may be used to fill subsequent vacancies for this position for a period of up to twelve months.    

Results of this examination may be used to fill the C.E.A. Level A – Assistant Chief, Apprenticeship Operations position should there be a vacancy, for a period of up to twelve months. 

Job Tags

Full time, Apprenticeship, Work at office, Remote work, 2 days per week, 3 days per week,

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