Job Posting: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE

Department of Technology

JC-457013
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE

$4,791.00 - $8,485.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 11/25/2024

Job Description and Duties

Telework is available.  

Under the general supervision of the Information Technology Manager I (IT Mgr. I) in CALNET Program Management (CPMgmt), the Information Technology Associate (IT Assoc.) will perform tasks associated with the analysis, development, modification, and administration of the CALNET Program’s statewide technical and business artifacts which include contracts, service catalogs, program forms, and policy. In alignment with CPMgmt Information Technology Specialist II (IT Spec. II)lead, the IT Assoc. will perform Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) remediation of CALNETProgram’s technical and administrative contract amendments and other program artifacts prior topublication on the CALNET Program’s webpages or dissemination by the CALNET Program.Additionally, the incumbent shall process CALNET Program exemptions and delegations submittedby Executive Branch entities. Finally, the IT Assoc. will perform in a backup and supportive roleprocessing Individual Price Reductions and CALNET contract amendments, as needed. The ITAssoc. performs all work in accordance with the California Department of Technology (CDT) andState goals, objectives and policies, the California Government Codes, the State AdministrativeManual (SAM), the State Telecommunications Management Manual (STMM), CALNET policies, andother related laws and policies.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment


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

Working Conditions

  • Work effectively in a hybrid telework environment which requires working from home and at CDT office locations as directed by the department.
  • Work effectively with a wide variety of people and personality types.
  • Possess proficiency with a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Excel,PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Project, and Access).
  • Work outside of normal business hours, if needed

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-457013
Position #(s):
695-390-1401-076
Working Title:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE
$4,791.00 - $6,421.00 A
$5,266.00 - $7,058.00 B
$5,757.00 - $7,716.00 C
$6,331.00 - $8,485.00 D
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00AM-5:00PM
Work Week:
MON-FRI

Department Information

 

The California Department of Technology (CDT) is the guardian of public data, a leader in information technology (IT) services and solutions, and has broad responsibility and authority over all aspects of technology in California state government, including policy formation, interagency coordination, IT project oversight, information security, technology service delivery, and advocacy. 

 

As an industry leader, we are committed to partnering with state and local government and educational entities to deliver digital services, develop innovative and responsive solutions for business needs, and provide quality assurance for state government IT projects and services. Our success and legacy of service is reliant upon our highly talented, dedicated, and diverse workforce, for it is our individual cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities that spark our collaborative strength and innovative approach to serving the State of California. 

Department Website: http://cdt.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed state application (STD. 678) – For exam use only.  

Please do NOT include your Social Security Number on any of the submitted documents.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) REQUIRED 

Submission of the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is mandatory for this recruitment. Following directions for this SOQ and the candidate’s response content will be evaluated and part of the application screening process. Submission of a resume or failure to directly respond to the provided SOQ question will disqualify the applicant from the interview phase of this recruitment.

Your response to the Statement of Qualifications question should not exceed one (1) page in length. It should be formatted with a 12pt Arial font and single spaced. In addition, “Statement of Qualifications” and the applicants first and last name should be centered at the top of the page.

The candidate should provide a written narrative that directly responds to the following question.

The candidate is required to number each response for this two-part question:

Based on the two desirable qualifications listed below, explain your experience and rate your level of expertise from low, medium, or high:

  1. Telecommunications or network services
  2. Procurement or contract management


When applying for a Job Opening, you must be sure to submit one state application per RPA #. You must indicate the RPA # you are applying for on your application, as well as your eligibility in the Explanations box; otherwise, your application may not be processed.
 

If you have questions about the State Hiring Process visit our Career Opportunities webpage at https://cdt.ca.gov/career-opportunities/state-hiring-process

Training and Development Assignment may be considered.  Additional positions may be filled from this recruitment. 

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: 11/25/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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 Technology
Human Resources
Attn: Human Resources/MK– RPA 24-036/JC-457013
Selection Services Unit
P.O. Box 1810
Rancho Cordova, CA 95741

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Technology
Drop Off 2nd Floor Security
Human Resources
10860 Gold Center Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Drop Off at 2nd Floor Security - Attn: MK – RPA 24-076/JC-457013
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 -

    Required. Please see “Special Requirements” section for further information.

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:

•Training and experience remediating ADA compliant documents

•Ability to analyze information and situations, reason logically, identify and solve problems,draw valid conclusions, and develop effective solutions.

•Experience with contract lifecycle management. Lifecycle management shall meancontract creation, execution, contractor and service performance, amendments, expiry, andrenewal.

•Knowledge of State of California contracting principles, policies, directives, and manuals.

•Knowledge of telecommunications and networking technologies, components, andprocessing environments.

•Ability to effectively manage contractors and validate reporting.

•Ability to work remotely, both independently and in a team environment, on projects inwhich confidentiality is critical.

•Understanding of State and Federal oversight organizations and their policies and sourcedocuments related to IT and telecommunications.

•Act responsibly with independence, open-mindedness, flexibility, diplomacy and tact toachieve desired results.

•Possess basic proficiency with a personal computer and Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,Project, Power Point, and Visio.

 

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://cdt.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Robin Davis
(916) 228-6453
robin.davis@state.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:
Lisa Cooper
(916) 926-7657
Lisa.Cooper@state.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.

The Fine Print

When applying for a Job Opening, you must be sure to submit one state application per RPA #. You must indicate the RPA # you are applying for on your application, as well as your eligibility in the Explanations box; otherwise, your application may not be processed. 

If you have questions about the State Hiring Process visit our Career Opportunities webpage at https://cdt.ca.gov/career-opportunities/state-hiring-process

Training and Development Assignment may be considered.  Additional positions may be filled from this recruitment

Additional Application Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the 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. 

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State Application (STD. 678) revised 10/2023.  Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.  Employment Application STD. 678 

Note:  Applications must include a description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties will not be accepted. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. 

Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. For all other questions regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer Unit at (866) 844-8671. 

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