Job Posting: Chief Information Officer

Office of Tax Appeals

JC-460924
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Chief Information Officer
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I

$9,114.00 - $12,213.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Deputy Director, Administration (CEA B), the Information Technology Manager I serves as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and is responsible for the overall management of the information technology resources for the Office of Tax Appeals (OTA). The CIO directs the planning, organization, and implementation of enterprise IT services and systems, in support of OTA’s business operations to improve cost effectiveness, service quality, and business development. The incumbent is responsible for supervising all levels of IT staff in a combination of domains.


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

Working Conditions

  • This position is a hybrid telework schedule. The telework schedule is at the discretion of the Department and based on Office of Tax Appeal’s telework policy.
  • The workstation is equipped with standard or ergonomic office equipment, as appropriate.  
  • Travel may be required to support remote locations, attend meetings or training classes.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-460924
Position #(s):
292-200-1405-002
Working Title:
Chief Information Officer
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I
$9,114.00 - $12,213.00 Salary is not negotiable. 
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

BUILD A DEPARTMENT…BUILD YOUR FUTURE!! Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you like a challenge? Do you set standards for yourself and enjoy working in a fast-paced, evolving organization with great potential for personal development? The Office of Tax Appeals is looking for a person like you who will join our team and influence the organization’s culture for years to come.

 

Come join our team, apply today!

Special Requirements

In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following when submitting a current hardcopy or through CalCareers State application:

  • JC #460924 in the Examination or Job Title section of the State application (STD. 678)
  • Resume is required and mut be submitted.
  • Proof of Education is required if being utilized to meet Minimum Qualifications
  • Statement of Qualifications is required



The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as a narrative discussion to illustrate how the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills have prepared you for this position.  The SOQ also serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present a written response to the following questions, both clearly and concisely.  The written response should be typed and no more than two (2) pages in length, single spaced, and 12 Arial point font. 

Please answer the following in the SOQ:

1. Describe your information technology knowledge, citing clear examples of the IT domains you have experience.
2. Describe your supervisory/management experience, both of personnel and IT enterprise services and systems.
3. Explain why you would be the ideal candidate for this job given your understanding of the position.

 

Applicants who do not include a Statement of Qualifications will not be considered for the interview process. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of SOQs.

 

Application cut off dates when sets of applications are reviewed: 01/08/2025 ; 01/17/2025 ; 01/27/2025

Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through Calcareers.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed application will not be accepted.

 

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.

 

Application Instructions

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: Until Filled

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:

Office of Tax Appeals
Postal
Attn: Sarah Lopez-Bell JC#460924
P.O. Box 989880
West Sacramento, CA 95798-9880

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Office of Tax Appeals
App Drop Off
Sarah Lopez-Bell JC#460924
400 R Street
Suite 360
Sacramento, CA 95814
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 required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. This SOQ serves as a narrative discussion to illustrate how the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills have prepared you for this position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present a written response to the following question(s), both clearly and concisely. The written response should be typed and no more than two (2) pages in length, single spaced, and Arial 12-point font. Please review SOQ questions under "Special 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 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:
    • Knowledge of personnel management, supervision and training
    • Working knowledge of the following IT domains; business technology management (i.e., policy and program development, IT procurement, etc.), client services, information security, IT project management, software engineering, and systems/network engineering
    • Demonstrated experience supervising a team of IT professionals
    • Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance
    • Must be regularly available and willing to work the hours the Department determines are necessary or desirable to meet its business needs
    • May be required statewide travel via airplane or automobile up to 10% of the time.
    • Ability to communicate effectively to successfully achieve objectives.
    • Ability to gain confidence and cooperation of others to establish and maintain good working relationships.
    • Ability to exercise independent judgment and creativity.
    • Willingness to accept responsibility, exercise initiative, adapt to changes, and implement management’s decisions.
    • Work under tight deadlines in high volume offices
    • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload, for yourself and others.
    • Positive attitude, open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact.

    Benefits

    For information regarding available employee benefits, please visit the California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary page on the California Department of Human Resources' website at: California Employee Benefits Summary

     

    Contact Information

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

    Human Resources Contact:
    Sarah Lopez-Bell
    (916) 598-4423
    Sarah.Lopez@ota.ca.gov
    Hiring Unit Contact:
    Jeanna Wimberly
    (916) 206-3720
    jeanna.wimberly@ota.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:
    Rubena Khan
    (916) 282-3226
    rubena.khan@ota.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.

    Information Technology Manager I Exam and Minimum Qualifications Information

    Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications for the Information Technology Manager I and have certification (reachable) list eligibility, transfer eligibility, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) eligibility, reinstatement rights and/or State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) (please include SROA letter (attach letter if applicable).

     

    Candidates who have list eligibility (or are in the process of obtaining list eligibility) may also apply.  To obtain list eligibility, please review the following: Information Technology Manager I Exam Bulletin

     

    Candidates must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the following: Information Technology Manager I (1405) Classification Specification(s).


    Additional Application Information

    Please do not include personal information on your application, resume or Statement of Qualifications (social security number, date of birth, marital status, etc.)

     

    • In the "Employment History" section of the application, you must list your current employment history by providing the "to" and "from" dates with month, day and year, the hours per week that worked, which should be a whole number (not a range) and the total worked (years/months).

     

    • Applicants must complete the duties performed section on the application. Applications with "see resume" shall not be considered. Applications received without all information completed will be considered incomplete and will not be screened for the interview process.

     

    • A completed Employment Application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (i.e., unofficial transcripts, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers account.

     

    • Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (certification list, transfer, reinstatement, State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) and/Surplus eligibility) in the "Explanations" section located on the first page of your STD. 678.

     

    • Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed STD. 678. This page is for examination use only.

     

    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
    Print Job