What are the responsibilities and job description for the INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II position at CA Privacy Protection Agency?
Telework is available for this position; however, changes to the telework program are at the Agency’s discretion. Remote-centered employees may be required to report in person to one of the agency's multiple reporting locations, as determined by management, and may be required to utilize a shared workspace or “hotel” when working in the office.
The headquarters for this position is: Sacramento – 400 R Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Under the general direction of the Chief Information Officer (currently Deputy Director), the Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) will serve as a Product Owner being the primary liaison between multiple IT systems and the business programs. The ITS II will participate in multiple IT projects to provide expertise in system architecture, data integration, system administration, and contract management, and will directly participate in all project activities. The ITS II will work collaboratively with CPPA’s internal teams, other state agencies, such as the California Department of Technology (CDT), contractors, and stakeholders. The ITS II will analyze, design, implement, test, deploy, maintain, and document the operations of the agency’s most complex custom DROP application, and similar CPPA technology systems, utilizing commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), and software as a service (SaaS), infrastructure as a service (IaaS), Azure cloud-based development technologies, Azure Functions, and other technology systems. The ITS II will serve as a technical consultant and advisor while performing a wide variety of tasks requiring innovative problem-solving where guidance is not readily available.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
Department Website: https://cppa.ca.gov/
Special Requirements
The State of California is an eligible employer for the purposes of the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. To learn more, visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
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: 2/26/2025Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
- Other -
A Cover letter is required. A resume will not replace a cover letter. Please provide a cover letter that explains how your background and experience would help you perform the responsibilities of the job described in the duty statement.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience working on IT projects from initial analysis through implementation, including business analysis, project management principles and methodologies, the system development life cycle, and software testing practices.
- Understanding of data collection principles, storage and data analysis tools and technologies.
- Technical knowledge of operating systems, application development, and infrastructure.
- Understanding the business needs of a government organization to build effective ways to leverage public datasets and data.
- Three or more years of specialized technical expertise in software engineering and/or security and privacy policies and principles.
- Demonstrated ability to simplify complex technical subjects and communicate them to a non-technical audience and ability to lead meetings with diverse technical and non-technical staff.
- Ability to develop and maintain excellent customer service.
- Ability to troubleshoot production issues and assist developers with identifying the cause, root, and possible solution.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to multi-task.
- Access to a professional work environment or workspace.
Benefits
- Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Holidays and leave
- Defined benefit retirement program
- Saving Plus Program (401(k), 457)
- Commute Program
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://cppa.ca.gov/
Hiring Unit Contact:
Irene Regalado
(916) 572-2900
HR@cppa.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:EEO Main line
(916) 376-5127
DGSEEO@dgs.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.
Reporting Location
Sacramento - 400 R Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
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.