Job Description and Duties
Under general direction of the Information Technology Manager II, the incumbent independently plans, organizes, controls, and directs all operational services that are associated with the Firearms Modernization Section, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The incumbent is responsible for the management and control of a variety of electronic data analysis, reporting, and processing services which are provided to clients throughout the Department of Justice to assist them in meeting their program objectives. The ITM I is a highly skilled technology manager with experience directing legislative analysis, knowledge of strategic and tactical planning; knowledge of federal and State IT policies; knowledge of cost benefit analysis; ability to plan and oversee subordinate supervisors; and to prioritize and implement the department’s strategic IT plan. The ITM I assist with the bureau’s overall management, budget and organizational components. The services provided include the analysis of user needs, system design, development of system and program specifications, software tool selection, software development and maintenance, testing, problem resolution, development of user guides, monitoring the performance of operational systems, and user consulting.
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Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
- This position is eligible for telework up to 5 days a week, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. A teleworker is considered Remote-centered if they work fifty percent or more of their time from an alternate work location. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
- This position is designated for telework under Government Code section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California and may require reporting to headquarters or field offices and facilities to fulfill operational needs. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Justice policies.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-431103
Position #(s): 420-869-1405-001
Working Title: Section Manager Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I
$8,849.00 - $11,857.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Telework
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift: Day Shift
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Department Information
This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Application Development Bureau, Firearms & Enterprise Systems Branch, Firearms Modernization Section.
Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov .
Special Requirements
A fingerprint check is required.
Clearly indicate JC - 431103 in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section of your State Application.
This is a re-advertisement for JC - 415055. If you have previously applied for JC - 415055, it is not necessary to re-apply. Your original application for JC - 415055 will be included in this candidate pool for JC - 431103.
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: 5/29/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Justice
Attn: Malina Velarde JC - 431103
PO Box 160608
Sacramento , CA 95816-0608
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Justice
Malina Velarde JC - 431103
4949 Broadway
Sacramento , CA 95820
08:00 AM - 05:00 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications - Please see Additional Job Related Information Section.
- Other - List of Professional References.
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.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
• Proficient managerial or supervisory experience
• Experience in leading development team(s)
• Experience in planning, organizing, directing, and delegating complex work activities
• Experience designing and implementing multi-tier applications
• Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Knowledge of performance, stress and load testing processes
• Knowledge of state contracting, i.e. drafting SOW, tracking deliverables and/or project management
• Knowledge or experience in developing applications using web/application servers such as JBoss
• Knowledge or experience in the use of defect tracking and management tools such as JIRA
• Proficient verbal skills, can give presentations to executive levels
• Proficient written skills, can develop and edit high quality technical documentation
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet critical deadlines with changing priorities
• Ability to conduct problem analysis and provide alternative solutions
• Ability to take initiative and manage multiple assignments
Benefits
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.
Human Resources Contact:
Malina Velarde
(916) 210-2513
malina.velarde@doj.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.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.
Additional Information about Application Filing
Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.
Statement of Qualifications
Your response should be typed in Arial 12 point font and no more than two pages in length. Resumes will not be considered a substitute for the SOQ.
Failure to follow instructions may result in disqualification of your application.
1. Please describe your leadership experience.
2. Please describe your system development life cycle experience.
3. Provide a specific example to describe your experience setting team goals and expectations and how your management style allowed you to achieve those goals.
4. Provide a specific example to describe your experience in planning, organizing, coordinating, or leading a matrix team for an IT development effort including management of contractor resources; What was the project annual budget, project duration, team size, number of contracts, and number of end-users?
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California 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.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Closing Date/Time: 5/29/2024
