Job Posting: DxP Project Director - Telework Hybrid

Department of Motor Vehicles

JC-454855
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DxP Project Director - Telework Hybrid
C. E. A.

$11,778.00 - $14,032.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 12/2/2024

Job Description and Duties

This job posting is for a Career Executive Assignment (CEA) examination. The CEA examination uses an alternative examination and selection process for filling specified positions.

This examination requires applicants to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) which must include responses and specific examples related to the Desirable Qualifications listed. Please carefully read the Desirable Qualifications and Statement of Qualifications Instructions sections for more details.

This position is located in Sacramento with part-time telework available. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position.

Under the general direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Career Executive Assistant (CEA) B serves as the Digital eXperience Platform (DxP) Project Director and head of the Modernization Project Office. The incumbent provides executive and strategic leadership to direct, manage and support DMV's modernization projects with updated technology broadly supported by the industry. The CEA B recommends, develops and administers the DMV's modernization applications and infrastructure and will direct the formulation and implementation of new technology services to meet the future needs of the DMV.

This position may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch and/or Department of Finance approval.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Part-time telework may be available. Telework requires California residency.

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

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-454855
Position #(s):
525-716-7500-942
Working Title:
DxP Project Director - Telework Hybrid
Classification:
C. E. A.
$11,778.00 - $14,032.00 B
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

Department Information

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a recognized leader in public service and has existed for over 100 years. The DMV is responsible for registering approximately 36 million vehicles in California, serving 30 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $11 billion in annual revenue. The DMV also maintains and oversees many other functions. The DMV provides quality licensing and motor vehicle-related services in its field offices located throughout California and online at www.dmv.ca.gov.

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Applicants must be eligible for appointment (e.g., must take and pass examination); see Who May Apply section below for more information. Additionally, applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

Using the online application system as specified in this announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Advertisement may be used for subsequent vacancies within 180 days.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), resume, or educational transcripts.  Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), photograph, basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, gender, marital status, ethnicity, and age.  Confidential information on STD. 678s submitted electronically online, such as SSN, will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of the Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position.  Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies.

 

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: 12/2/2024

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 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 Motor Vehicles
DMV - HRB - Talent Assessment Unit
Attn: Lindsay Brouwer, #716-7500-942
2415 First Avenue, MS E678
Sacramento, CA 95818

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Motor Vehicles
DMV - HRB - Talent Assessment Unit
Lindsay Brouwer, #716-7500-942
2415 First Avenue, MS E678
Sacramento, CA 95818
Place in the MS E678 Drop Box located at the 1st Floor Lobby.
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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Statement of Qualifications - See Desirable Qualifications and Statement of Qualifications Instructions sections below for more information.

    In addition to the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), all interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications in accordance with the instructions listed under Statement of Qualifications Instructions below. A Statement of Qualifications is a narrative discussion of how the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the Desirable Qualifications for the position, and serves as documentation of each candidates’ ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

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.

Examination Qualification Requirements

All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement.

Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.

Minimum Qualifications

CEA examinations are open to all applicants who possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements as described in the examination bulletin. Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.

General Qualifications

State civil service employees must possess essential general qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.

Knowledge and Abilities

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy – influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:

  • Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager’s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.

These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies (experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, other government settings, or in a private organization):

CEA Level A - Responsible for broad administrative and program activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program policies.

CEA Level B - Responsible for extensive managerial and program administration or broad program manager experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of program policies.

CEA Level C - Responsible for extensive highly professional influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the mission of the State department and often exercising technical and or professional skills that are required at this level.

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:

Please Note: Your Statement of Qualifications must include responses and specific examples for each of the Desirable Qualifications listed below.
  1. Describe your experience in formulating and implementing policy related to statewide information technology (IT) business processes and programs.

  2. Describe an enterprise IT modernization project where you directed, analyzed, and developed complex project plans and budgets to ensure the project was completed on time and within available resources. Please explain the project, budget, your roles, and the steps you took to achieve a positive outcome.

  3. Describe your experience in reviewing operational performance as it pertains to meeting specific objectives and goals; and your demonstrated ability to train staff on changes to policies, procedures, and laws.

  4. Describe your demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement policies that provide guidance to ensure the projects that you are working on will have a successful outcome, and what your mitigation strategy would be if the intended outcome is not successful.

  5. Describe your demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships on behalf of a department with representatives from all levels of government, various organizations, and the public.

  6. Describe your demonstrated decision-making abilities, including your demonstrated ability to analyze and solve complex problems and issues, and your demonstrated ability to make decisions involving varied levels of ambiguity and risk.

  7. Describe your educational background and primary course of study, and how they relate to the duties of this position.

Examination Information

The Statement of Qualifications will be reviewed and rated by an examination panel. Candidates will be competitively ranked according to their qualifications using predetermined evaluation criteria consistent with the minimum and desirable qualifications for the position. The department may elect to consider new applicants in addition to those previously screened.

Applicants who fail to follow the Statement of Qualifications Instructions and/or fail to provide the required application documents will receive a failing score from this examination process.

Statement of Qualifications Instructions:

 

  • Must be clearly titled "Statement of Qualifications" at the top of the first page.
  • Must number and restate verbatim each Desirable Qualification statement before the corresponding response in the same order as listed on this job posting.
  • Must include specific examples addressing each of the Desirable Qualification statements.
  • Must be typed with font no smaller than Arial 10 point.
  • Must be no more than three (3) pages in length (one 8 ½” x 11” paper with print on front and back is considered two [2] pages).
  • Margins must be no less than half (.5) inch.
  • Resumes do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications.

If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the performance of others who take this examination, and all successful candidates will be ranked according to their scores.

A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results.

The results of this examination will only be used to fill this position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.

Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most qualified candidates.

The examining Department reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.

Special Testing Arrangements

If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, answer the Reasonable Accommodations question appropriately on your Application (STD 678). You will be contacted to make specific arrangements. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this announcement.

Benefits

The Department of Motor Vehicles and the State of California offer many benefits to its employees. These include health, vision, and dental benefits; retirement plans (CalPERS); savings plans (401K and 457b); leave benefits; insurance (such as group legal insurance and group long term disability insurance); and employee assistance program. Benefits may be based on the job classification, bargaining unit, tenure, time base, and length of appointment. Click on each web link below for more information.

Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact:
Lindsay Brouwer
(916) 957-2049

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:
Office of Civil Rights and Resolution
(916) 657-7553
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.

Eligible List Information

The results of this examination will be used only to fill the position of CEA B, DxP Project Director, Enterprise Modernization Project Branch, Information Systems Division with the Department of Motor Vehicles and may be used to fill subsequent vacancies for this position for a period of up to 12 months. Examination/Employment Applications (STD. 678) and Statement of Qualifications will be retained for 12 months. The Department of Motor Vehicles may elect to consider new applicants in addition to those previously screened.

Application Package Checklist

Contrary to the “How To Apply” and “Alternate Application Process” sections of this job posting, the Job Application Package Checklist is not required.  However, applicants must submit all Required Application Documents identified under the “Application Instructions” section by the final filing date.

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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