Job Posting: State Geographic Information Officer

Department of Technology

JC-394909
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State Geographic Information Officer
C. E. A.

$11,102.00 - $13,226.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 11/13/2023

Job Description and Duties

Must pass a fingerprint background criminal record check completed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

 

Under the general direction of the Deputy Chief Technology Innovation Officer, the State Geographic Information Officer (GIO) at the California Department of Technology (CDT) is responsible for overseeing the State’s Geographic Information System (GIS) program by leading the strategic development, management, and utilization of geospatial information and data across the state. The State GIO's scope of work encompasses the development and governance of high-quality geospatial data, management of the State’s GIS policies and programs, collaboration with stakeholders, collection, and dissemination of geospatial data, thought leadership and policy advocacy, and team management. By providing visionary leadership, fostering collaboration, and ensuring the effective use of geospatial data and technologies, the GIO plays a pivotal role in advancing the state's geospatial information management and driving innovation in geospatial applications and services.  

 

The State Geographic Information Officer’s responsibilities are:

Develop, implement, and manage all aspects of the State’s GIS program and create and implement statewide policies and strategies related to geographic information and data. Provide thought leadership on opportunities to expand the efficiency and effectiveness of the use of geographic data statewide while promoting a data and innovation culture. Oversee the creation and implementation of statewide policies related to geospatial data privacy and security.   Develop open data policies.

 

Lead the development, maintenance, and promotion of high-quality geographic data, information, technology, and governance throughout the state. Lead geographic data governance and GIS Community of Practice. Oversee geographic data collection, development, visualization, and publishing including from and to State agencies, legislature, municipalities, and other State entities. Create and promote GIS services, including aerial imagery, elevation, and parcel information.

 

Collaborate with CDT stakeholders, and partner with the Deputy Chief Technology Innovation Officer to create and enforce geospatial data standards, guidelines, and procedures. Support economic development efforts through the availability of geographic data. Foster collaboration with state agencies, legislature, municipalities, and other State entities for data sharing and integration. Support the availability and accessibility of geographic data to advance key State policy initiatives and the development and implementation of the State's GIS strategy to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of GIS services. Advocate for policy enhancements or adjustments to align geospatial data governance with industry standards and practices.

 

Serve as a member of the department’s Executive Staff, act as an advisor to the Director/State CIO and Chief Deputy Director/Deputy State CIO and the Department’s executive management team. Advise the Executive Staff on the State’s geospatial data and systems. Forge strong partnerships with department directors, Agency Information Officers, departmental CIOs, Presidents and Vice Presidents of private sector companies, and executive staff to advance the State’s GIS agenda and initiatives.

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-394909
    Position #(s):
    695-532-7500-XXX
    Working Title:
    State Geographic Information Officer
    Classification:
    C. E. A.
    $11,102.00 - $13,226.00 B
    # of Positions:
    1
    Work Location:
    Sacramento County
    Telework:
    Hybrid
    Job Type:
    Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

    Department Information

    California Department of Technology provides IT infrastructure services to its customers for their public facing and mission critical systems, and offers a myriad of cloud and on premise services. The Department also employs a strategic focus on innovation, enterprise, and workforce development solutions to expand the state's operational capacity and provide the agility and scalability necessary to keep pace with the ever changing demands of doing business.

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

    Special Requirements

    • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

    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: 11/13/2023

    Who May Apply

    Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.

    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
    Attn: Human Resources Branch, Chris Medina JC# 394909
    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
    Attn: HR - Chris Medina JC# 394909
    10860 Gold Center Drive
    Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
    Drop-off 2nd Floor Security Desk
    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 -

      A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. Please see the area of this bulletin titled STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS for specific instructions and the three categories that must be addressed.

    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.

    Examination Qualification Requirements

    All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement.

    Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.

    Minimum Qualifications

    CEA Examinations are open to all applicants who possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements as described in the examination bulletin. Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in civil service. Applicants must possess the ability to perform high administrative and policy-influencing functions effectively. 

    General Qualifications

    State civil service employees must possess essential general qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.

    Knowledge and Abilities

    Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy – influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:

    1. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

    Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government, including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; facilitation and negotiation techniques to promote collaboration amongst diverse groups; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager’s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program; current technology, including the business needs of stakeholders and their organization, political, administrative, and fiscal environments to understand potential impacts of issues and parameters of solutions; best practices in IT projects and support services and knowledge of typical risk areas in project life cycle to bring quality approaches to the most vulnerable project tasks; comprehensive understanding of state administrative policies, strategic and operations planning, and best management practices; project and state contract management practices; state policies and procedures, including developing and negotiating budget proposals; principles related to cost recovery for provided services; state control agency requirements for project/program approval and oversight; Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) and Organizational Change Management.

     

    1. REQUIRED ABILITIES:

    Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures, and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; meet customer demand for services, during competing priorities; communicate with customers and identify CDT services that will help them meet their business objectives; gain the confidence and support of top-level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; effectively contribute to the department’s Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.

     

    These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies (experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, other government settings, or in a private organization):

    CEA Level A - Responsible for broad administrative and program activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program policies.

    CEA Level B - Responsible for extensive managerial and program administration or broad program manager experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of program policies.

    CEA Level C - Responsible for extensive highly professional influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the mission of the State department and often exercising technical and or professional skills that are required at this level.

    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:
    • A bachelor's degree or higher in geography, GIS, geospatial sciences, information technology, computer science, or a related field.
    • Extensive professional experience in geospatial information management, GIS, or related fields.
    • Demonstrated experience in leading and managing geospatial projects or programs.
    • Proficiency in geospatial software and tools, such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or other GIS platforms.
    • Strong knowledge of geospatial data standards, data modeling, and spatial analysis techniques.
    • Familiarity with web mapping technologies, spatial databases, data integration, and data visualization.
    • Proven track record of developing and implementing strategic plans for geospatial information management and GIS programs.
    • Ability to align geospatial initiatives with organizational goals and objectives.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex geospatial challenges.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex geospatial concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
    • Ability to facilitate cross-departmental collaboration and promote a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing.
    • Knowledge of geospatial data governance frameworks, policies, and best practices.
    • Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and standards related to geospatial data management and privacy.
    • Experience in developing and implementing data standards, guidelines, and procedures.
    • Demonstrated ability to stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and advancements in the field of geospatial information management.
    • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and requirements in a dynamic environment.
    • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team of GIS professionals.
    • Experience in providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities to team members.
    • Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work culture that encourages collaboration and innovation.
    • Experience in engaging with diverse stakeholders, including state agencies, private sector partners, and community organizations.
    • Proven ability to understand and address the needs and priorities of stakeholders to drive successful geospatial initiatives.
    • Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools, with the ability to effectively manage geospatial projects from initiation to completion.
    • Experience in developing and managing budgets for geospatial programs or projects.

    Examination Information

    For complete details about this position and the examination please visit our website to view our customized Examination Bulletin:


    https://cdt.ca.gov/career-opportunities/state-hiring-process/examinations/

    If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the performance of others who take this examination, and all successful candidates will be ranked according to their scores.

    A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results.

    The results of this examination will only be used to fill this position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.

    Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most qualified candidates.

    The examining Department reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.

    Special Testing Arrangements

    If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, answer the Reasonable Accommodations question appropriately on your Application (STD 678). You will be contacted to make specific arrangements. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this announcement.

    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://cdt.ca.gov
    Human Resources Contact:
    Chris Medina
    (916) 898-0351
    christopher.medina@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:
    Thomas Willis
    (916) 898-0119
    Thomas.Willis@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.

    STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

    A “Statement of Qualifications” not to exceed two pages and no smaller than 12-point font. This “Statement of Qualifications” is a narrative discussion of the candidate’s education and experience that would qualify them for the State Geographic Informaiton Officer, Office of Digital Services, CEA B position.  

     

    Each candidate must prepare a Statement of Qualifications document that clearly and concisely identifies experience in the 3 categories and must be formatted in the same manner shown below:

     

    3 CATEGORIES TO ADDRESS ON SOQ

    1. Experience in Strategic Development and Management of GIS Programs:

    Please describe your experience in developing, implementing, and managing GIS programs. How have you ensured the alignment of geospatial initiatives with organizational goals and objectives? Provide specific examples demonstrating your thought leadership in expanding the efficiency and effectiveness of geographic data utilization.

     

    1. Geospatial Data Governance and Policy Advocacy:

    Explain your experience creating and implementing geospatial data privacy, security, and open data policies. How have you advocated for policy enhancements or adjustments to align geospatial data governance with industry standards and practices?

     

    1. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

    Discuss your experience in fostering collaboration among various stakeholder groups for data sharing and integration. How have you engaged with diverse stakeholders to advance key policy initiatives and overall GIS strategy?

    Note: A resume does not serve as a Statement of Qualifications.

    Candidates who do not follow the filing instructions will be disqualified from the examination.

    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.