Career Opportunities

The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (Bureau) is committed to hiring and retaining quality employees. Bureau employees help carry out the mission and vision of the Bureau: to protect students and consumers in California and beyond, through the oversight of California's private postsecondary educational institutions, by conducting qualitative reviews of educational programs and operating standards, proactively combating unlicensed activity, impartially resolving student and consumer complaints, and providing support and financial relief to harmed students. We recognize and value employee contributions and talent, and foster leadership development and the professional growth of our workforce. If you have any questions about working for the Bureau or the California State hiring process, please contact us at bppe@dca.ca.gov.

Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education offers many benefits:
  • Telework options
  • Yearly 5% pay increases
  • Retirement, 401K, and 457(b) plans
  • Health and dental benefits and cash in lieu of health and/or dental benefits
  • Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • And more!
How to apply

How to Apply

The career opportunity job postings provide detailed instructions on the application process. It is recommended applicants create a CalCareer Account and apply online.

Applicant Process

Current Bureau Career Opportunities

DCA Career Ladders

Examinations

Examinations

You must take and successfully pass an examination to be eligible for appointment with the State of California.

DCA Examination Plan

DCA Examinations

DCA Career Executive Assignment Opportunities

State of California Examinations