Careers - DFPI

Careers - DFPI Careers DFPI is committed to establishing a work culture in which diversity, equity, and inclusion are valued and promoted throughout the organization. We believe our long-term success is rooted in attracting a talented workforce that mirrors the diverse composition of the Californians we serve. We believe in fostering an environment where employees from all different cultures, backgrounds, and individual life experiences are valued and can thrive. Who we are What we do What we offer Where we work (EEO) Policy Equal Opportunity Employer The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Current DFPI Career Opportunities There are no current DFPI opportunities at this time. We encourage you to check back soon. Search Vacancies on CalCareers Current DFPI Executive Career Opportunities Chief Information Officer Information and Technology Office Location– Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or San Diego CEA Level B Final Filing Date- 4/28/2026 JC- 514028 Learn more about the CEA recruitment process (PDF) Current DFPI Exam Opportunities Financial Institutions Examiner – Open Final Filing Date: Continuous Filing Learn more about the Financial Institutions Examiner recruitment process (PDF). Financial Institutions Examiner (LEAP) – Open Final Filing Date: Continuous Filing Senior Financial Institutions Examiner – Open Final Filing Date: Continuous Filing Senior Financial Institutions Examiner (LEAP) – Open Final Filing Date: Continuous Filing Financial Institutions Manager – Open Final Filing Date: Continuous Filing Financial Institutions Manager (LEAP) – Open Final Filing Date: Continuous Filing CalCareers Online Exams Internship Opportunities with the DFPI The Human Resources Office has established a Volunteer Internship Program (VIP) to assist individuals in fulfilling their career development goals. The VIP is open to college students, graduate-level students, recent graduates, and non-student career professionals. It is designed for students and professionals of all majors and backgrounds who have an interest in the DFPI. The volunteer internship is an unpaid opportunity. A volunteer internship is a way to gain up to 16 weeks of on-the-job training while performing meaningful service for the DFPI. It is an excellent way to access various fields, become familiar with work environments, acquire work-related references, and increase marketability for future employment. Volunteer internships are offered on a continuous basis with placement availability determined by the needs of the DFPI. Internship placements are matched to align with the intern’s academic and professional goals. For more information or to apply for a DFPI volunteer internship, email a resume to [email protected] and include the following information: Full Name Semesters you are interested in volunteering School and major/minor Area of interest (finance, administration, IT, legal, etc.,) CalCareers Online Exam-Assessment Opportunities For a complete listing of exam-assessment opportunities with the State of California, please visit CalCareers at www.jobs.ca.gov Search for a specific exam-assessment via Exam / Assessment Search on CalCareers Public Service Loan Forgiveness The U.S. Department of Education Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program forgives the remaining balance on eligible federal student loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments are made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for the State of California. Veterans’ Preference Veterans’ Preference can be applied to a veteran’s eligibility for qualifying open and non-promotional examinations. To determine if the exam being administered qualifies for Veterans’ Preference, please review the examination bulletin. Veterans’ Preference will be awarded as follows: Any veteran, widow or widower of a veteran, or spouse of a 100 percent disabled veteran, who achieves a passing score in an entrance examination, shall be ranked in the top rank of the resulting eligibility list. Any veteran who has been dishonorably discharged or released is not eligible for Veterans’ Preference. An entrance examination is defined, under the law, as any open competitive examination. Veterans’ Preference is not granted once a person achieves permanent civil service status. For more information about Veterans’ Preference, please visit CalCareer’s Veterans’ Preference page Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion DFPI is committed to establishing a work culture in which diversity, equity, and inclusion are valued and promoted throughout the organization. We believe our long-term success is rooted in attracting a talented workforce that mirrors the diverse composition of the Californians we serve. We believe in fostering an environment where employees from all different cultures, backgrounds, and individual life experiences are valued and can thrive. For more information about these DFPI initiatives, please visit the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion page Other Resources Job Seeker Application Resources – Work for California video tutorials, checklists, downloadable resources, and much more! CalCareers – Seeking a State Job? Learn more about the steps to apply for jobs with the State of California. CalCareers Frequently Asked Questions State Application (Std. 678) (PDF) – Standard State Application Form My Rank – Eligible List Disclosure – Find out where you rank on an eligible list. State Retirees Boomerang – Working after retirement. Career Executive Assignment (CEA) Flyer (PDF) Financial Institutions Examiner Flyer (PDF) Frequently Asked Questions – Financial Institutions Examiner Hiring – Recruitment Process (PDF) Updated: April 7, 2026