Job Posting: Manager, Web Consulting

Department of Technology

JC-476356
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Manager, Web Consulting
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I

$9,114.00 - $12,213.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 5/19/2025

Job Description and Duties

The California Department of Technology (CDT) is focused on improving how state government develops and implements innovative solutions to meet the public’s evolving needs, enrich customer experiences, and improve critical technological applications. CDT’s Office of Digital Services (ODS) plays a critical role to enhance digital government and build a California that works for all Californians. We do this by providing foundational platforms and technology (such as Geographic Information Systems/Open Data, Web Portals, Software Engineering and Open Source code curation) for organizations to provide innovative digital services

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager II (IT Mgr II) over Web Services, the Information Technology Manager I (IT Mgr I) serves as the Manager over Web Consulting. CDT is responsible for the design, development, and operation of many state department websites through the CA Web Publishing Service, the state web portal (www.ca.gov) as well as other web based applications. The IT Mgr I plays a key role in the State of California’s digital transformation and helps ensure positive digital experiences for the people of California. Specifically, this includes: increased web accessibility; improved user experience; effective content curation and delivery; high website stability and performance; greater utilization of data and website analytics; and increased collaboration

Telework
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule within California based on departmental policy and operational needs. The telework policy is subject to change depending on business needs, and/or reporting to the work site may be required with minimal notification given.

Visa Sponsorship
 Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or to take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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

Working Conditions

CA Residency:
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

  • During state emergencies or activation by the California Office of Emergency Services, incumbents may be asked to work extended hours, 12-hour shifts, and/or off-site and occasionally out-of-town.
  • May be required to work outside of normal work schedule.
  • May be required to carry and respond to cell phone or mobile device in a timely manner.
  • Travel to internal and external customer locations for meetings is required.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-476356
Position #(s):
695-531-1405-188
Working Title:
Manager, Web Consulting
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I
$9,114.00 - $12,213.00
# 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

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

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You must provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Each individual response must be numbered and include the full text of the numbered items prior to your response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. Limit your SOQ to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Cover letters and résumés do not take the place of the SOQ.
  1. Based on duties stated in the duty statement, describe your relevant work experience, education, and achievements. Include examples of your work and leadership experience related to the duties for this position.
  2. Share how you have motivated team members to work collaboratively toward shared goals, particularly during challenging or high-pressure projects. How do you balance individual strengths and team dynamics across multiple competing priorities to drive success?

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: 5/19/2025

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 24-188/JC-476356
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 24-188/JC-476356
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Statement of Qualifications - Required. Please see “Special Requirements” section for further information. 
  • Other - If you are using EDUCATION to meet the minimum qualifications, you MUST provide your unofficial transcripts as proof of meeting the education requirements as listed in the Classification Specification. Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide a foreign transcript evaluation. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org. Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.
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:

  • Expert level experience in emerging digital platforms, interactive marketing or digital platform management, UX design, and/or technical web development in a highly complex and matrixed organization
  • Expert level experience managing Web Content Management as a Service, WordPress as a service or other service offerings.
  • Expert level knowledge and demonstrated experience managing web development, content management/design, web services delivery..
  • The ability to work in an environment that often operates at a fast pace where demands require managing multiple high priorities simultaneously, each with tight deadlines.
  • Ability to be adaptable to new technologies and trends in Information Technology (IT) and learn new skills to keep current.
  • Strategic and analytical thinker with exceptional execution and problem-solving capabilities; comfortable with doing work in the trenches while still maintaining a strategic perspective.
  • Experience leading significant change in complex, matrixed organizations. Inspire leadership in an agile environment, with a constant pursuit of speed, flexibility, and quality.
  • Experience managing technical delivery teams, including digital solution development and design, web application design and implementation and systems integration.
  • Experience innovating Digital channel platforms including Web and emerging technologies leveraging AI/Machine Learning and advanced analytics.
  • Ability to clearly visualize and present technology road maps, use cases, models, frameworks, processes, tools, and delivery structures.
  • Proven experience working with enterprise digital platforms and architectures as they relate to the deployment of web-based solutions. Must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of balancing technical complexities with executive needs.
  • Knowledge of various scripting, markup and programming languages including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, ASP.NET, SQL, et cetera.
  • Posses a clear understanding and knowledge of state government and issues critical to the state including, but not limited to, climate change, natural disaster, smart growth, infrastructure development and homelessness.
  • The ability to establish and maintain effective and beneficial relationships on behalf of the State of California with state, local and Federal governments, regional stakeholders, non- governmental organizations and the vendor community as it relates to web and digital platform technologies and policy.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others as demonstrated by strong written and verbal communication skills, strong negotiating skills and the ability to represent the State of California to stakeholders, key customers and internal staff.

  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Sciences, Information Technology (or a closely related field) is desired. A Master’s degree preferred

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:
David Hodson
(916) 898-0461
David.Hodson@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.

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. The position number and job control number must be identified in the job title line of the STD 678 (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title of the STD 678 if submitting an electronic application through CalCareers Account). The hard copy application MUST be signed. Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.

Note: Applications MUST include the “From dates“ and “To” dates, “Hours Per Week”, and “Duties Performed” fields for all job listed in the “Employment History” fields, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles). Applications that are submitted blank will be considered incomplete. 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.

The Fine Print

Training and Development Assignment may be considered.

 

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

 

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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