Job Posting: Network Services Supervisor

CA State Lottery

JC-521840
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Network Services Supervisor
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPERVISOR II

$8,504.00 - $11,395.00 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: 7/8/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the Information Technology Services Division (ITSD), Network Services Information Technology (IT) Manager l, the Network Services Supervisor provides technical support, consulting, and is fluent in activities related to voice, data, and video communications within the California State Lottery (Lottery). The Network Services Supervisor will plan, organize, and direct the activities of staff in supporting the Lottery’s networking infrastructure which include Cloud, Local Area Network (LAN), and Wide Area Network (WAN). Sets IT processes and standards; formulates future long-range vision and objectives; aligns, reviews implementation, and ensures conformance of the Unit with organizational policies and objectives. The duties for this position are focused in the Client Services, Software Engineering, IT Project Management, and System Engineering domains; however, work may be assigned in other domains as needed.

 

This position requires a current Information Technology Supervisor II exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.

 

This position is headquartered at the Sacramento Headquarters and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

 

May consider a Training & Development assignment.

 

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement.  The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements."  

 

It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. It is not necessary to return the contact letter if you applied electronically. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission.

 

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours for Personal Leave hours each month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

 

The Lottery is less than 30 minutes from all that Downtown Sacramento has to offer. Amenities include an onsite restaurant, free gym, close to the light rail station, electric car charging stations, and free parking!! Apply today to join a dynamic organization that is not only passionate about its mission, but also its people!!

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

Working Conditions

The Network Services Supervisor will work in a fast-paced environment, with competing priorities, and critical deliverables.

 

  1. Schedule: This position has work hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise approved by the unit manager. Weekends, long and/or irregular work hours, after-hours work, and holiday work may be required.
  2. Travel: Statewide overnight travel may be required.
  3. Other: This position is required to carry a Lottery issued cell phone.  This position is required to be reachable outside of normal business hours.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-521840
Position #(s):
358-539-1404-001
Working Title:
Network Services Supervisor
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPERVISOR II
$8,504.00 - $11,395.00
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:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state organizations that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding for California’s public schools and colleges. We are passionate about creating a better tomorrow - one child at a time. The mix of talented people within our workplace reflects the rich diversity inherent within the State of California. We celebrate the contributions of each individual and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming. We believe in California For All. 

 

In fiscal year 2023-24, the California Lottery generated sales of more than $9.2 billion with approximately $2.2 billion earned for California public schools. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state, from independent neighborhood shops to convenience stores, liquor stores to supermarkets, and more. Retail product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers® games and several draw games, including jackpot games such as Powerball®, Mega Millions®, and SuperLotto Plus® and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot®.

Department Website: http://www.calottery.com

Special Requirements

  • The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commission if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense.
  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
  • If you are basing your eligibility on education, (http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx), provide your transcripts and/or diploma. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent.  Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial; official transcripts will be required upon appointment.  Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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: 7/8/2026

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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:

CA State Lottery
N/A
Attn: Human Resources, JC 521840
700 N. 10th Street MS#6-5
Sacramento, CA 95811

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

CA State Lottery
N/A
Human Resources, JC 521840
700 N. 10th Street MS#6-5
Sacramento, CA 95811
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 - Please see below for Statement of Qualification (SOQ) instructions. 
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:
  • Experience in team leadership, cultivating a high-performing team culture, and constructively resolving conflicts.
  • Experience with procurement processes, budget development/monitoring, and vendor relationship management.
  • Experience designing, implementing, and administrating the most complex and technical network infrastructure devices and systems.
  • Experience implementing and troubleshooting switches (including core and data center), firewalls, routers, client VPN terminators, network access control systems, wireless controllers and access points, DNS, authentication and authorization servers, network monitoring and management systems, IDS/IPS systems.
  • Experience configuring and implementing network equipment from pre-defined policies and procedures based around best business and security practices.
  • Experience architecting and managing statewide networks, cloud services, and related connections.
  • Experience developing network documentation, including topologies, processes, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of or experience with IT Service Management, such as ITIL, Incident Management, Change Enablement.
  • Experience administrating networking systems and solutions, such as Wi-Fi controllers, Firewalls and Managed Switches.
  • Experience leading network or infrastructure projects and developing high-performing teams.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

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

Department Website: http://www.calottery.com
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources, JC 521840
(916) 822-8158
careers@calottery.com

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:
Equal Employment Opportunity Office
(916) 822-8458
eeooffice@calottery.com
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.

Position Location

Headquarters
700 N 10th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) instructions

A SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the minimum qualifications for this position.  The SOQ serves as a document of the candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length, and in 10 point font or above. Resumes and Cover Letters do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should specifically address each of the questions in the order they are presented. Applicants who fail to submit the SOQ or who do not follow the instructions of the SOQ will not be considered.

 

1. After reviewing the duty statement, please describe your experience, knowledge, and capabilities that make you a strong candidate for this position. Be specific and provide examples that highlight: the complexity of the networks or network services you have worked with; your proficiency with key technologies such as Domain Name System, Virtual Private Networks, and Network Access Control; and examples of how you have managed and secured network infrastructure while ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and availability.

 

2. Please describe in detail how you built or developed a team into a high-performing unit. What was the situation, what specific actions did you take to improve morale and collaboration, and what measurable results did the team achieve? How did you sustain those improvements over time?

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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