Job Posting: Deputy Director, Chief Project Officer, Office of Statewide Project Delivery

Department of Technology

JC-512011
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Deputy Director, Chief Project Officer, Office of Statewide Project Delivery
DEPUTY DIRECTOR/CHIEF PROJECT OFFICER

$16,060.00 - $17,891.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 4/17/2026

Job Description and Duties

This is an exempt executive assignment (at-will) position, non-tenured, full time, and is appointed by the Governor’s Office. All applicants are required to apply on the Governor’s website in order to be considered:  https://govca.avature.net/en_US/GOVCACareers/JobDetail/Sacramento-California-United-States-Department-of-Technology-Deputy-Director-Chief-Project-Officer/18829

Applicants that fail to submit an application through the California Governor's Office will not be considered for this position. Please disregard the application instructions in the “Application Instructions” section, and instead, apply using the link above.


Under the general direction of the California Department of Technology’s (CDT) Chief Deputy Director/Deputy State Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Deputy Director/Chief Project Officer (CPO) oversees CDT's project approval and oversight functions and owns the supporting project approval oversight policies and processes. 

The CPO is responsible for supporting state agencies and departments in the planning and successful delivery of IT projects and related procurements. This role ensures that California’s technology investments are well-coordinated, aligned with statewide priorities, and deliver meaningful value to the public. The CPO provides leadership over program and portfolio management, risk management, and project remediation efforts for highly complex and sensitive IT initiatives and procurements. In addition, the CPO oversees governance processes, including the development and implementation of associated policies, standards, and procedures.

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

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-512011
Position #(s):
695-420-9652-001
Working Title:
Deputy Director, Chief Project Officer, Office of Statewide Project Delivery
Classification:
DEPUTY DIRECTOR/CHIEF PROJECT OFFICER
$16,060.00 - $17,891.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Exempt Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

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

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: 4/17/2026

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs. Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Exempt Position by the State of California.

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: Donna Aguilar - JC-512011
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: Donna Aguilar - JC-512011
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.
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 the structure and operations of government and expertise in public administration including the roles, responsibilities, and processes of both the Legislature and the Executive Branch.
  • Ability to successfully deliver large-scale, complex IT projects and initiatives and demonstrate comprehensive understanding of effective project management methods and best practices. 
  • Ability to to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively under pressure to meet critical deadlines.
  • Strong leadership skills are essential, including the ability to develop and guide high performing teams, manage enterprise-level programs, solve complex multifaceted problems, and apply effective personnel and resource management practices to achieve measurable outcomes.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships are essential.

Benefits

The California Department of Technology and the State of California offer many benefits to their employees. These include health, vision, and dental benefits, retirement plans (CalPERS), savings plans (401K and 457b), leave benefits, insurance (such as group legal insurance andlong term 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 weblink below for more information.

Benefits summary - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx

Benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-CivilService-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx (click on “CalPERS”)

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:
Donna Aguilar
(916) 480-5059
donna.aguilar@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:
Melissa Carlin
(916) 460-9867
melissa.carlin@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.

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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