Job Description and DutiesUnder the general supervision of the Information Technology Supervisor II (IT Sup II). The incumbent provides expertise in requirement gathering and business analysis. The incumbent will work with the Bureau of Firearm (BOF) program staff and project team members to gather requirements and produce system requirement specifications for the development of application functionality. The incumbent will serve as the subject matter expert in the business rules and functionality of the systems built and will provide on-going support and maintenance of project documentations. The incumbent will facilitate Joint Application Development sessions.
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Duty Statement .
Working ConditionsThis 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 SPECIALIST I
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position DetailsJob Code #: JC-440404
Position #(s): 420-860-1402-901
Working Title: Systems Analyst Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
$6,139.00 - $8,228.00 A
$6,751.00 - $9,048.00 B
$7,413.00 - $9,932.00 C
# of Positions: 2
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Telework
Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Work Shift: Day Shift
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Department InformationThis position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Applicant Development Bureau, Firearms & Enterprise Systems Branch, Managed Application Services Section, Firearms Applications and Support Unit.
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.
This is a 12 month limited term position, but may be extended to a maximum of 24 months and/or may become a permanent position based upon operational needs.
This position is effective 7/1/2024, pending Governor approval. Special Requirements A fingerprint check is required.
Clearly indicate JC - 440404 in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section of your State Application.
Application InstructionsCompleted 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: 7/30/2024
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: Dunya Jamshed JC-440404
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
Dunya Jamshed JC-440404
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 Statement of Qualifications section below to complete the requirements.
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 QualificationsIn 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:
• Experience in working with management on resource allocations and maintain the project schedule through all phases of the project.
• Experience with implementing and utilizing project management lifecycle methodologies such as, change control, scope management, time management, cost management, quality management, resource management, and risk management.
• Ability to lead joint application design (JAD) sessions with program staff and project team members to gather requirements necessary to build software systems to meet program needs.
• Ability to analyze requirements gathered and produce documentations including but not limited to use cases, business rules, report specifications, and test cases.
• Ability to prepare presentation and demoing system functionality to stakeholders to ensure the system built and client expectation remains aligned through all phases of the project.
• Ability to create impact analyses for defect resolution and enhancement requests, and in the creation and maintenance of system documentation, test scripts and data for software changes that take place to address production problems and program needs.
• Ability to perform data collection and analysis for the purpose of generating ad hoc and on demand report requests from the client.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issue and assist developers with identifying the root cause and possible solution.
• Ability to utilize SQL to query, analyze, and correct data as necessary to resolve production issues and address the clients operational concer.
BenefitsBenefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact InformationThe Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Dunya Jamshed
(916) 210-5219
dunya.jamshed@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 FilingPlease 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:Please include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that answers the following questions below. The SOQ should not be more than two pages and the font no smaller than 12 pt. Your application may be disqualified from consideration if your SOQ does not adhere to the requirements.
1. Describe your background, knowledge, and experience with working on a team that supports multiple applications and databases. Please provide details of your roles and responsibilities, and the skill set you possess that contributed to the success of the team.
2. Please describe your knowledge and experience with the System Development life cycle. Include years of experience and role that you had.
3. Please describe your experience with working with a client to gather business rules and writing functional requirements.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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: 7/30/2024
